Chicago Bulls Receive: F David Nwaba, F Kenyon Martin Jr.
Houston Rockets Receive: G Coby White
Yes, these deals are listed in descending order of leaguewide significance. What a keen eye you have!
In stark contrast to the first trade, this deal wouldn’t garner a ton of conversation outside of the fanbases whose teams are involved. With that said, it would give Bulls and Rockets fans plenty to discuss.
It would also, once again, give two players who could use a change of scenery exactly that.
In some respects, it’s hard to believe we’re classifying Kenyon Martin Jr. as such. This is a second-round pick receiving significant minutes on an NBA team early in his career. If anything, one would think he’d found the perfect home.
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Apparently, his former NBAer father thinks differently. He’s publically angled for his son to be dealt. Meanwhile, Coby White has been the subject of trade rumors for some time now. If the Bulls are high on Martin Jr. and think Nwaba could crack their rotation, this might be a solid swap for both sides.