Why The Chicago Bulls Do The Deal
Poor Eric Gordon. The veteran swingman has been the subject of many trade rumors lately.
It’s largely agreed that the Rockets should send him to a contender. This deal has them moving him to a sinking ship.
Call it a business decision. The Bulls have no interest in acquiring Gordon, either. They’re doing this deal for that first-round pick.
Granted, it belongs to Milwaukee – barring injury, this will be the 28th to 30th pick in the draft.
LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Lonzo Ball, Chicago Bulls & Houston Rockets Updates
Unfortunately, given Ball’s health problems, that’s probably the most Chicago will receive for him. They might as well make this deal – rather than risk losing Ball for nothing.