The Sixers thought they had a trade in place to acquire center Andre Drummond from the Bulls prior to last Thursday’s deadline, but Chicago pulled out of those talks hours before the deadline, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
League sources tell Scotto that Chicago had been seeking three second-round picks in exchange for the veteran center. It’s not clear if Philadelphia was unwilling to meet that asking price or if the Sixers’ offer wasn’t to the Bulls’ liking for another reason (such as perhaps the perceived quality of the second-rounders or a requirement that Chicago take back an unwanted contract in return).
The Celtics and Mavericks also made offers for Drummond, per Scotto, but ultimately went in different directions at center, with Boston trading for Xavier Tillman and Dallas landing Daniel Gafford. The Lakers, Suns, and Rockets were among the other clubs to express interest in the big man, sources tell HoopsHype.
Drummond, who is on an expiring $3.36MM contract, was considered the Bulls’ top trade candidate leading up to the deadline after Zach LaVine underwent season-ending foot surgery. The 30-year-old has averaged 8.1 points and 8.6 rebounds in 16.7 minutes per game across 55 appearance (nine starts) this season, and Chicago has posted a better net rating when he’s on the court than when he isn’t.
In the end, the Bulls stood pat at the trade deadline for a third consecutive year, while the Sixers are believed to still be on the lookout for a center to provide depth up front during Joel Embiid‘s injury absence.
The Bulls management are asleep at the wheel.
If they received a good offer of a young player or a draft pick worth it why not trade him. Instead their GM is only thinking about this year.
Well, the 76ers definitely would have given them Jaden Springer & 2#2s, or House/Korkmaz & 3 2nds. Chicago either has a sanity issue thinking they will contend this year, or did themselves and Drummond a disservice by not making a deal
Agree the bulls are foolish. Get what you can . Mediocrity breeds Mediocrity.
If so, then how would two or three second round draft picks makes better, and when?
the bulls are determined to be picking in the 8-13 range for as long as possible
Yes, Bulls ownership and managent suck but if the offer was only 2nd picks then I can see why they kept him.
Better to be in the playoffs if they can’t get a decent young player back.
When you have the opportunity to finish 10th in your conference you just have to go for it!
Agreed. Before the trade deadline the Bull’s front office had a dilemma. Bulls began the season 5-14. Then worked their way back into being in play-in game position. Have to just let the situation play out. Once in the playoffs, anything can happen. Look at how well Miami did the playoffs last season.
Suddenly Andre Drummond is Bill Russell or Wilt? Rebounds aren’t everything….three 2nd round picks is unrealistic. This is why my team’s front office is clueless and thinks everyone is a franchise player when they’re merely role players at best. SMH
What’s your team? The 3rd street YMCA boys rec league dainty daffodils?
The team I just spoke about.
No need for the Bulls to trade Drummond at this juncture. Chicago is going to the playoffs babe!!!
They aren’t going to the playoffs unless they make it out of the play in tournament. In one game, anything could happen — so best of luck!
Also, given where they are headed, the Sixers or maybe even the Bucks will greet them there in the play in.
I’m all in for a whacky play in.
Celtics would have iced a finals appearance had they gotten Drummond. Instead, they got two injured guys. And Stevens is doing just fine in Memphis.
Nice to see Lamar Stevens on the court, yay! No need to rush Xavier Tillman into playing, we’re doing all right, and Jaden Springer is only 21 with big potential. Trust in Stevens, Brad Stevens!
Bulls are delusional – they have been a rebuild waiting to happen for at least 3 years
Andre’s numbers are totally insane!!!