DeMar DeRozan typically doesn’t get involved in the Bulls‘ front office decisions, but he might change that stance if it means bringing long-time friend Kyle Lowry to Chicago, writes K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago.
Lowry, who was DeRozan’s teammate for many years in Toronto, was traded from Miami to Charlotte on Tuesday and could be on the move again before the February 8 deadline. It’s unlikely that the Bulls would deal for Lowry’s $29.7MM contract, but they have an open roster spot and DeRozan is willing to help facilitate a signing if Lowry reaches a buyout agreement with the Hornets.
“If it was asked of me, whether from him if that was something he wanted to do (or management), for sure. Why not?” DeRozan said. “That’s one of my closest friends, one of the smartest players I’ve played with since I been in the league.”
DeRozan revealed that Lowry called and informed him of the impending trade before the news broke Tuesday morning. DeRozan offered support to the 37-year-old guard, who is facing an uncertain basketball future for the first time in many years.
“For me, it flips to being there for him more so as a friend. Basketball kind of goes out the window,” DeRozan said. “Even last night, I just texted him before I went to sleep and asked him how he was feeling mentally. That’s all I care about first.”
There’s more from Chicago:
- While several Eastern Conference rivals have already made significant moves, the Bulls’ trade outlook continues to be quiet, Johnson adds. No market has developed for Zach LaVine, who is currently sidelined with a sprained ankle, and the front office hasn’t shown any inclination to trade Alex Caruso despite interest around the league, according to Johnson.
- Caruso was honored to be included in the 41-player pool for the 2024 Olympics that was released Tuesday, tweets Julia Poe of The Chicago Tribune. “Hopefully I’m lucky enough to get selected and go,” Caruso said. “That would be an even bigger accomplishment and exciting adventure.”
- In a full story for The Chicago Tribune, Poe looks at whether Coby White should be given a larger role in the Bulls’ clutch possessions considering his improvement this season. Even when White is having a huge scoring night, DeRozan is typically the focus of the crunch-time offense.
Bulls are afraid to make a move.
Nah Jerry is just too tight…
Bulls ain’t gonna do a thing, just gaslight the fanbase like they have for the last 3 deadlines and 2 offseason, AK is garbage at his job, eversley is garbage at his job, Zach Lavine is garbage at his job, reinsdorf is satan
What did Satan ever do to you to be insulted that badly!
The only way the Bulls should even consider bringing Lowry in is if the Bulls can ship LaVine out in a trade.
What the Bulls need is a true PF and not another PG, but if it helps move LaVine then find the right package and get’er done!
I was going to say the same. Shedding LaVines contract in return for an expiring contract like Lowry could be perfect for them.
They are not getting a first round pick for him and should be happy to shed his salary whenever they can.
I disagree on the free agent move though. If they can sign him to a minimum deal: why not?
Man, I’ll never not wonder what this group would have looked like with a healthy Lonzo.
It’s just depressing lol
DeM DeR and Drummond >>>>
——— to Knickerbockers ———
Mitch Robinson, Fournier, two #1 picks
———- to Bulls ———-
Reinsdorf says add cash and it’s a deal. What would Coach Thibs give for Caruso ?
Seems like an overpay by the Knicks to me…
Bulls don’t need nor should want Lowry. Ayo should continue to play. They need an athletic PF, at least 6’8 tall. Preferably 6’9 with a large wingspan that can rebound and hit 3s.
Those are not easy to find but I’m highlighting another guard is super against what they need. Anything other than a PF should be really be rejected
Exactly. Bulls need like Kevin Durant. Obviously, there is only one Durant.
Kyle Lowry, Bryce McGowens and a second for Lonzo Ball and Patrick Williams
Lowry and DeRozan both reunited with LaVine Whute Vuce Caruso all still there maybe they try make a late push (imo it’ll be unsuccessful)
If it fails you’ve got spending money for the offseason with DeRozan and Lowry both on expiring deals
Hornets join the two Ball brothers togther. Lonzo has a massive injury concern but it’s not really costing you anything and if he manages to return he’d make a great partner in the backcourt. Plus you get to take a chance on Patrick Williams before he hits FA. He’s a good 3 and D forward and would fit well with Melo and Miller.
Lowry can’t be traded with another player.
LaVine for Jalen Green