Zach LaVine of the Chicago Bulls is currently stuck in a difficult position. Rumors suggest that he will be traded to another team.
While LaVine has not asked or requested to leave the team or be traded to another team, the Chicago Bulls are actively working to improve their roster.
The Charlotte Hornets are currently under fresh ownership, and there are chances that the Hornets may acquire LaVine if he’s available.
The Zach LaVine Trade Proposal
- Chicago Bulls will receive the forward Gordan Hayward, the Guard James Bouknight, the 2026 First-Round Pick (CHA), the 2027 First-Round Pick Swap (CHA), and the 2028 First-Round Pick (CHA).
- In exchange, the Charlotte Hornets will receive the guard Zach LaVine.
Why Charlotte Hornets Want to Aquire Zach LaVine?
While the Charlotte Hornets have a solid roster with players like Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball on their roster, they still lack a 2024 first-round pick because of their last trade, which has limited their potential trading options.
Not just that, but the Hornets can’t offer their 2026 first-round pick, either. To acquire a player like Zach LaVine, the Hornets may need to include their star players like Miller or Ball in the trade deal.
Adding LaVine to the roster will improve the overall performance of the Hornets and lead to better results in the future.
Why Chicago Bulls Are Interested in Trading Zach LaVine?
It would be difficult for the Chicago Bulls to get a high value for a player like Zach LaVine if the Bulls decide to rebuild their roster.
Other NBA teams would be hesitant to trade for Zach LaVine due to his large contract with the Bulls and his injury history, which makes sense.
Even though the Hornets can’t offer the top draft picks to Chicago Bulls and help them rebuild their roster, they could help the Bulls by acquiring Gordon Hayward, as his contract is expiring soon.
And since Gordon’s contract is going to end soon, this would lift up his salary cap, making him an ideal option to acquire. This trade will be beneficial for both the Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets.
