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The Chicago Bulls could look very different next season, with a couple key free agents who seem likely to leave and some notable potential trade pieces. At the top of the list of trade chips are Jimmy Butler and Derrick Rose, but the Bulls would reportedly (and understandably) rather move Rose. Here are five teams that could make a trade for Rose this offseason.
5. Memphis Grizzlies
Getty ImagesThe Grizzlies seem likely to lose Mike Conley in free agency, which would leave them with a void at point guard. Rose played his lone college season at Memphis, so acquiring him could be appealing for the Grizzlies from a fan interest view.
4. New York Knicks
Christian Petersen Getty ImagesIf new head coach Jeff Hornacek is allowed to run something resembling his own offensive system, a better point guard is an even bigger need for the Knicks. Rose, even in a past-peak state, would be an intriguing trade target.
3. Sacramento Kings
Getty ImagesIf the Kings lose Rajon Rondo in free agency, which seems likely, they'll be in the market for a point guard. When push comes to shove, Sacramento could easily come to the Bulls with the best trade offer for Rose.
2. Brooklyn Nets
Brett Davis-USA TODAY SportsThe Nets won 21 games this season, so changes are surely coming. Rose could fit the mold of a rebuild or a supplement to the current roster, at 27 years old (28 in October), and with one year left on his contract, a big commitment is not required.
1. Los Angeles Lakers
Getty ImagesDepending on how they view D'Angelo Russell, point guard may be a need for the Lakers this summer. Rose could find a way to bolster, or more accurately re-establish, open market value fitting his name recognition in Los Angeles.
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