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sports1 year ago

"NBA Trade Deadline: Bulls' Inaction and Sixers' Rumors Analyzed"

Chicago Bulls executive Arturas Karnisovas is facing criticism for the team's lackluster performance, but the franchise's focus on maintaining a competitive yet mediocre product has led to strong business success. Despite fan frustration, Karnisovas opted to stay the course at the trade deadline, prioritizing the team's current formula over potential improvements. The Bulls' approach reflects a business-minded mentality, prioritizing short-term success over long-term championship aspirations.

sports1 year ago

"Bulls' VP Karnišovas Opts to Sit Out Third Consecutive Trade Deadline"

Chicago Bulls' VP Artūras Karnišovas opted to sit out the trade deadline for the third straight year, emphasizing his commitment to building a competitive team and expressing confidence in the current roster's potential. Despite a sub-.500 record, Karnišovas highlighted the positive developments within the team and stressed the importance of continuity and cohesiveness. While acknowledging the team's past struggles, he remains focused on making a push for the playoffs and believes in the current group's ability to compete, despite criticism and the team's ongoing quest for success.

sports1 year ago

"Bulls Maintain Trade Deadline Inactivity Streak for Third Consecutive Year"

The Chicago Bulls opted to sit out the NBA trade deadline for the third consecutive season, despite exploring potential deals for players like Zach LaVine, Alex Caruso, and Andre Drummond. Executive vice president Artūras Karnišovas stated that the team didn't see any opportunities that would significantly improve their competitiveness. While there was internal discussion about reshaping the roster, management decided to defer major decisions to the offseason. The Bulls currently sit ninth in the Eastern Conference and have maintained a relatively stable roster since making significant moves in 2021.

sports2 years ago

"Bulls' Lost Season Defined by Trade Returns, Slumping Performance, and Criticism"

The Chicago Bulls' lost season will be defined by the trades made by executive vice president Artūras Karnišovas before the trade deadline, rather than their win-loss record. With the roster likely to undergo significant changes, including the potential trade of Zach LaVine, Karnišovas is focused on reshaping the team for the future. The upcoming games against the Charlotte Hornets and San Antonio Spurs offer an opportunity, but the main storyline of the season is the roster overhaul and potential trades.

sports2 years ago

Chicago Bulls Sign Torrey Craig to Two-Year Contract

The Chicago Bulls have continued to revamp their "shot profile" by agreeing to a two-year deal with forward Torrey Craig. Craig, known for his aggressive defense and outside shooting, joins Javon Carter as a new addition to the Bulls' roster. The team hopes that these acquisitions will improve their three-point shooting and defensive efficiency, addressing weaknesses from the previous season. The signings also allow coach Billy Donovan to maintain their defensive schemes and cover up their rim protection shortcomings.

sports2 years ago

"Chicago Bulls: Free Agency Targets, Re-Signing Coby White, and Contract Concerns"

As NBA free agency begins, the Chicago Bulls have limited resources and a history of underwhelming signings. While Arturas Karnisovas has expressed the need for continuity, fans remain skeptical. With limited cap space and roster spots, the Bulls face challenges in addressing their needs for rim protection and shooting. The team recently signed shooting coach Peter Patton but must focus on adding legitimate 3-point threats. In other news, ESPN has reportedly laid off Jeff Van Gundy and Jalen Rose, and the Bulls may consider signing Darius Bazley, a young swingman who played under Billy Donovan.

sports2 years ago

"Bulls' Free Agency Uncertainty: Contracts, Trades, and Rumors Swirl"

The Chicago Bulls, led by executive vice president Arturas Karnisovas, enter free agency with the goal of making the team a desired destination for players. With limited cap space, they will be competing with other cap-strapped teams for veteran shooters and a playmaker. The Bulls may have to settle for lower-tier options, but they could also explore trades, with Damian Lillard being a potential target. The asking price for Zach LaVine remains high, but if the Bulls want to reload their roster, this offseason presents the best opportunity.

sports2 years ago

Julian Phillips a Top Pick for Bulls and Wizards in 2023 NBA Draft.

The Chicago Bulls acquired University of Tennessee forward Julian Phillips in the second round of the NBA Draft, but Executive Vice President Artūras Karnišovas indicated that the team's most significant moves will likely come in free agency. Karnišovas also confirmed that Lonzo Ball is not expected to play next season as he continues to recover from injury. The Bulls are looking to address shooting and the lead guard position in free agency, while also considering re-signing Nikola Vučević and other free agents. Phillips is a potential 3-and-D wing player with strong defensive skills, but needs to improve his shooting.

sports2 years ago

Chicago Bulls: Karnišovas' Confidence, Blockbuster Trades, and Mixed Results.

Chicago Bulls executive vice president Artūras Karnišovas has expressed confidence that the team's ownership would pay the luxury tax to retain their free agents and improve the team in free agency. The Bulls have only paid the luxury tax once in franchise history, but Karnišovas intimated that he'd feel comfortable asking ownership to enter tax territory this offseason following a 40-42 campaign in which the Bulls didn't qualify for the playoffs. The Bulls need to address shooting and perhaps the point guard position, and if they re-sign their free agents and use the midlevel and biannual exceptions, they will enter luxury tax territory.

sports2 years ago

Bulls' Karnišovas Confident in Team's Future Despite Trade Possibilities.

Chicago Bulls' VP Artūras Karnišovas defends the Nikola Vucevic trade, saying it showed the team's commitment to winning. The Bulls are now focused on re-signing Vucevic and making moves in free agency to address their lack of shooting. Karnišovas is confident that ownership will allow them to enter luxury tax territory to improve the team. The Bulls did acquire the draft rights to Julian Phillips in the second round of the NBA Draft.

sports2 years ago

Chicago Bulls navigate draft day trades and potential blockbuster deals.

The Chicago Bulls opted for continuity on draft night, staying put through the first round before selecting Tennessee wing Julian Phillips with the 35th overall pick in the second round. Executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas admitted they looked to get into the first round, but nothing broke their way. The Bulls front office kept the roster intact at the February trade deadline, and Karnisovas himself praised the direction this team was headed. The focus is on changing the shooting profile to more three-pointers and improving from last season. The Bulls were in discussions with Vucevic on a three-year extension, and Karnisovas will turn his attention to the free-agent market.

sports2 years ago

The Uncertainty of Artūras Karnišovas' Plan for the Bulls.

Chicago Bulls' executive vice president of basketball operations, Artūras Karnišovas, needs to pivot and prove to fans he has a plan for the team's future after a disappointing season and a flawed roster. Despite opportunities to improve the team's asset base, Karnišovas did nothing last summer and at the trade deadline, leaving the Bulls with no draft capital and no salary-cap space. The team needs a reboot, but Karnišovas has failed to convey a cogent blueprint for what he's doing with the Bulls. The Bulls need a plan, not kick-the-can-style platitudes from a man with a growing list of egregious mistakes.

sports2 years ago

Chicago Bulls' Karnisovas Considers All Options for Offseason Improvement.

The Chicago Bulls are not planning to rebuild after a disappointing season and will focus on building a sustainable program. The team plans to re-sign as many of their free agents as possible, including Nikola Vucevic and Coby White. The Bulls have no update on Lonzo Ball's third knee surgery and have not decided whether to seek salary relief for his contract. Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan believe they can become a better combination with a healthy start to next season. The Bulls have a decision to make on Patrick Beverley's contract.

sports2 years ago

Chicago Bulls' Karnisovas hints at roster overhaul after playoff exit.

Chicago Bulls' executive vice president Artūras Karnišovas stated that the team will not undertake another full rebuild and will focus on improving the current roster to compete with top teams. Karnišovas emphasized the need to address the team's woeful 3-point shooting and add physicality to limit opponent second-chance points. He also expressed his desire to re-sign potential unrestricted free agent Nikola Vucevic and restricted free agents Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu. The Bulls' offseason will be critical for Karnišovas and his staff to find the right moves to augment the current core.