Chicago Bulls Receive: G/F Evan Fournier, G Derrick Rose, 2026 First-Round Pick (NYK), 2028 First-Round Pick (Top 4 Protected – NYK)
New York Knicks Receive: G/F DeMar DeRozan
In some respects, these teams are in similar positions. In others, they couldn’t be further apart.
Think about it. Neither of these groups features a true superstar. At the same time, they both have plenty of star power.
The roster-building processes for each were similar – the results were simply different.
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The Knicks advanced to the second round of this year’s playoffs. They exceeded expectations. On the other hand, the Bulls didn’t make it to the big dance at all.
Perhaps it speaks to the importance of team chemistry. These Knicks just clicked. By contrast, the Bulls didn’t appear to be on the same page all season.
Is it time for them to blow it up?