Here’s a summary of five potential trades between the Golden State Warriors and the Chicago Bulls:
1. Zach LaVine for a package without Jonathan Kuminga or Andrew Wiggins
Warriors get: Zach LaVine, Talen Horton-Tucker, Julian Phillips
Bulls get: Dennis Schröder, Gary Payton II, Buddy Hield, Kyle Anderson, Kevon Looney, 2025 GS 1st (Unprotected)
The Warriors can acquire LaVine without giving up Wiggins or Kuminga, staying under the cap. The Bulls might agree to this trade, considering LaVine’s injury history and salary concerns.
2. Just Nikola Vučević
Warriors get: Nikola Vučević, 2025 SAC 2nd, 2028 CHI 2nd
Bulls get: Gary Payton II, Kyle Anderson, Lindy Waters III, 2025 GS 1st (Top-5 protected)
While the Warriors have reportedly shifted focus to LaVine, they could consider Vučević if they view him as a top priority. However, the Bulls may demand a first-round pick.
3. Zach LaVine trade built around Andrew Wiggins
Warriors get: Zach LaVine
Bulls get: Andrew Wiggins, Kyle Anderson, Kevon Looney, 2025 GS 1st (Top-5 Protected), Right to first-round pick swap 2029 (Unprotected), 2025 MIA 2nd
This trade could work if the Bulls want to take on Wiggins’ contract. The Warriors would lose wing depth, but LaVine would provide a valuable upgrade
4. Funky Patrick Williams deal
Warriors get: Patrick Williams
Bulls get: Gary Payton II, Kyle Anderson, 2025 MIA 2nd
This trade, though unconventional, could appeal to the Warriors if they are looking to develop Williams as a 3-and-D player for the future.
5. The Complete Makeover
Warriors get: Zach LaVine, Nikola Vučević, Coby White, Torrey Craig, Talen Horton-Tucker, Julian Phillips, 2025 SAC 2nd
Bulls get: Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schröder, Gary Payton II, Buddy Hield, Kyle Anderson, Kevon Looney, Jonathan Kuminga, 2025 GS 1st (Unprotected), 2027 GS 1st (Top-5 protected)
This major overhaul could benefit both teams. The Warriors would revamp their roster with more scoring, while the Bulls reset with a youth movement and financial flexibility.
These potential trades highlight the growing trade discussions between the Warriors and Bulls, with the February 6th NBA trade deadline fast approaching.
