The Chicago Bulls are 8-13 this season despite having some elite players on the roster. They have been in NBA trade rumors involving both Zach LaVine and Lauri Markkanen. As we get closer to the trade deadline, they could look to make some noise and the New Orleans Pelicans could be an interesting trade partner.
Chicago has been near the bottom of the Eastern Conference for years now. It is time that they shake things up and land a return for one of their big names. Zach LaVine has been the popular name. He is averaging 26.5 points per game to lead the team and would be an elite player for any team in the NBA.
In this deal, Lauri Markkanen would be the one going to New Orleans. He is averaging 19.1 points in 14 games while shooting 39.6% from the three-point line. Markkanen is a stretch-four that fits into the current trend in the NBA.
The Pelicans are in the same boat as the Bulls. They are a rebuilding team with two stars in their own right. Zion Williamson is averaging 23.5 points per game which is right behind Brandon Ingram, who leads the team with 23.7 per night.
These players are considered the future in New Orleans. The franchise could look to add another big-name player in hopes of speeding up the rebuilding process. It would be interesting to see what they would have to send Chicago in return for Lauri Markkanen.
When looking at this deal, it would help both teams right away. Let’s take a look at what it might take to land Markannen in New Orleans.
