The 2022-23 NBA season is almost over. The playoffs are taking shape. Some teams were hoping to be in a better position than they’re currently in.
For example, some teams will have to participate in the play-in tournament. They were hoping to avoid it. Nonetheless, that’s where they ended up.
The Chicago Bulls were certainly hoping to be a clear playoff team this season. They won’t be. As the 10th seed, they’re lucky to have even earned a play-in berth.
As the 7th seed, the Miami Heat almost avoided it. Regardless, they’ll be participating.
No matter the outcome, they also hoped to be in a better place at this point in the year.
Could they get into a better position by acquiring Zach LaVine from the Bulls this summer?