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Why The Chicago Bulls Do The Deal 

Some Bulls fans will suggest that blowing up this core is premature. Perhaps so. 

At the same time, there does appear to be an obvious ceiling for this group. After an underwhelming 2021-22 and a disappointing start to 2022-23, this front office cannot feel that they’re a serious championship contender. 

Of course, this deal doesn’t force them to bottom out, either. As it stands, they owe the Magic their upcoming first-round pick with top 4 protection. With DeRozan and Vucevic on the roster, they can avoid the lottery if they prefer. 

They could also aim for next year’s lottery by letting Vucevic walk in free agency and trading DeRozan next summer.

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Meanwhile, this deal arms the Bulls with plenty of ammunition to either rebuild or make a big deal with. In other words, this is a soft reset with built-in options to transition into a harder one. 

It could lead to success in the future – whether that means an NBA championship or not. 

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James Piercey

James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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