Chicago Bulls Shopping Coby White Before Deadline

The Bulls may be willing to trade Coby White after a 12 15 start to the season. Marc Stein reports the team "has left the impression with rival teams inquiring about White that they are more open to trading White than they've ever been." White is averaging a career high 21.2 points and 5.2 assists while on an expiring contract, but Chicago is just 5 6 in games since his return and the backcourt pairing with Josh Giddey raises defensive concerns. Merlin sees a clear crossroads. White’s scoring and cheap short term control make him attractive, but the Bulls must weigh potential returns against the price he could command in free agency. Expect calls for picks and young players as Chicago decides if it wants payroll flexibility or to keep chasing a fix now.