The Philadelphia 76ers are not interested in trading for Zach LaVine, according to a report from PHLY Sports’ Kyle Neubeck. This news comes as the Chicago Bulls are actively looking to make a deal involving their shooting guard.
Chicago’s executive vice president of basketball operations, Artūras Karnišovas, has reportedly presented multiple trade proposals for LaVine, including one to the 76ers. However, Philadelphia has shown no interest in acquiring the veteran player.
The Bulls recently made a trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder, sending Alex Caruso in exchange for Josh Giddey. This move indicates that Chicago is open to making changes to their roster, with LaVine being a potential trade piece.
Despite being involved in trade rumors throughout the past season, LaVine remains with the Bulls as no deal has materialized. His trade value may have been impacted by a season-ending ankle injury that limited him to just 25 games last season.
During his limited playing time, LaVine averaged 19.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.9 assists. While his scoring average was lower than previous seasons, he still presents a valuable offensive skill set for potential suitors.
At 29 years old, LaVine could be a valuable asset for teams looking to bolster their scoring capabilities. However, the 76ers have determined that he does not fit their offseason plans and are not pursuing a trade for him at this time.
Philadelphia’s decision to pass on LaVine opens up opportunities for other teams to potentially make a move for the talented guard. As the NBA offseason progresses, it will be interesting to see if any team is willing to meet the Bulls’ asking price for LaVine and secure his services for the upcoming season.