NBA Rumors: Latest Buzz Surrounding Top Targets in League

The NBA playoffs are in full swing, and the league’s draft lottery is quickly approaching.

But we shouldn’t forget about the upcoming offseason, one that offers plenty of intrigue. There should be big-time signings and blockbuster trades galore in about two months, in addition to some coaching changes that are already happening.

Let’s check in with the situations of two key Chicago Bulls and one head coaching vacancy.

Jimmy Butler’s Bulls Situation

The Chicago Bulls had a wildly disappointing 2015-16 campaign, missing the postseason for the first time in eight seasons. The prospect of large-scale changes is naturally on the minds of the Bulls front office, and it starts with the franchise’s best player, Jimmy Butler.

Per the Chicago Tribune’s K.C. Johnson, the Bulls are still open to trading Butler, and their approach toward offers remains the same as it did at the trade deadline. According to Johnson, “That means it would take a significant offer involving at least one high-profile player and multiple first-round picks to pry him loose.”

While that’s a steep price tag for one player, Butler is a special talent. He’s a workhorse on the defensive end and can take over games offensively as a slasher and willing passer. Provided he’s flexible with his offensive role (which may not be a safe assumption), Butler’s two-way game and no-nonsense demeanor would be a good fit for most teams in the league.

The Bulls just want to make sure they’re getting a solid, youth-heavy return in …

continue reading in source www.bleacherreport.com