The Chicago Bulls find themselves in a precarious position—too good to tank, but not competitive enough to contend. One way to embrace a full rebuild would be moving Zach LaVine, their star player who's under contract for $138 million over the next three years. While LaVine is a two-time All-Star and one of the Bulls' best players, his hefty contract is a burden for a team without championship aspirations. Injury concerns have complicated finding a trade partner, but the Los Angeles Lakers have emerged as a potential destination.

With LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers need another key piece to contend, and LaVine could fit the bill. A proposed trade would send LaVine to L.A. in exchange for D'Angelo Russell, whose expiring contract could benefit the Bulls financially. As Eric Pincus from *Bleacher Report* suggests, this move could be a win for both teams in addressing their current roster needs.