Not that long ago, the Chicago Bulls were a powerhouse in the NBA’s Eastern Conference – now they’re floundering in the middle of the pack. That has lead to a handful of players on the roster being shopped ahead of the NBA trade deadline, including Pau Gasol.
Gasol has an opt-out clause in his contract, something he’s likely to exercise at season end which is why the Bulls are attempting to get something of value for the veteran big man.
Per Yahoo Sports:
The Chicago Bulls are aggressively shopping All-Star forward Pau Gasol, league sources told The Vertical.
Gasol, 35, can opt out of his contract this summer and become an unrestricted free agent, and Bulls general manager Gar Forman seems determined to move him before Thursday’s trade deadline with the hope of bringing back value.
Gasol is expected to decline the player option on the $7.4 million owed him in 2016-17.
Gasol is averaging 17 points and 10.9 rebounds for the struggling Bulls.
While it’s very possible Gasol will be moved given his ability, his contractual status and age make it unlikely the Bulls will get much of value if such a trade is to go down.
