Zach LaVine was labeled as a negative asset after a down season and now he is showing that that was a false narrative and that he can be of value to a team.

Now in his fifth season in the NBA, Williams has yet to take the leap many hoped for. Injuries have contributed to his stagnation. His career averages of 9.7 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game reflect this lack of growth.

The Chicago Bulls’ 2024-25 season hasn’t exactly gone according to plan, as the team recently finished up a five-game homestand at 1-4 following their loss to the Charlotte Hornets. The Bulls have seen solid production out of veterans like Zach Lavine and Nikola Vucevic,

A source told the Sun-Times the Bulls' front office is more than open to trading Williams if the situation presents itself. The issue, however, is the organization signed him to a five-year, $90 million extension last summer.

Subplot as Bulls mount furious comeback: Patrick Williams remains on bench and only has played 17 minutes. Other development projects Dalen Terry (6 minutes) and Matas Buzelis (4 minutes) have barely played - 10:12 PM

The New Orleans Pelicans could take a chance on Patrick Williams by pulling off a trade with the Chicago Bulls.

The sinking Bulls' season doesn't have much going on these days, but LaVine remains the exception. If only the Bulls could get other teams to understand what an asset he could be for a playoff contender.

Zach LaVine popped up on the injury report as probable on Sunday ahead of Bulls-Trail Blazers with a knee injury.

Zach LaVine scored 33 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the Washington Wizards 138-105. Nikola Vučević had 23 points and 13 rebounds, and Coby White and Jalen Smith each scored 15 points for the Bulls.

The Golden State Warriors have emerged as a potential suitor for Vučević ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline, according to an ESPN report. The Warriors are engaging in initial trade conversations as the Bulls take calls on offers for both Vučević and Zach LaVine.

The Phoenix Suns have had a terrible season thus far and they are expected to make some moves ahead of the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline to better their roster. Phoenix currently sits 10th in the Western Conference standings with a 21-21 record.