The Bulls aren't locked into drafting a big man despite the obvious need, the Chicago Tribune is reporting. Given their activity in trade talks, they could draft for another team at No. 9 if a certain player is available after the first eight selections are made.
GM John Paxson said on Monday that trade talks have been surface level thus far, although there were some indications those intensified on Tuesday. One thing is sure: Paxson isn't tipping his hand.
"There are some skilled bigs in this draft," Paxson said. "It goes back to: Are they really ready to contribute? We answer that by saying can we provide them with the right structure to be successful? I'd like to think we can do that."
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The Chicago Bulls are bringing 7-footer Spencer Hawes back to Chicago on Tuesday for a second visit, two league sources said, inspiring belief that they're committed to taking him with the ninth pick.
Hawes is a back-to-the-basket center with offensive skills who complements the Bulls' vast perimeter talent. Still, it will be hard to pass up Noah if he's still available at No. 9 for Chicago. "That kid was born to play for Skiles," one Eastern Conference executive said.
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Marcus Camby's agent, Rick Kaplan, said he has heard all the wild trade rumors surrounding his client that have included Indiana, Chicago, Atlanta, Washington and the Los Angeles Lakers. Kaplan, however, doesn't believe Camby will get dealt and said his client wants to remain a Nugget.
"It would really surprise me if Marcus was traded. From everything the team is saying publicly, that's not a likely option," Kaplan said. "It makes little sense to trade Marcus. While he is the most tradable commodity, he might be their most important or second most important player at a decent price. Marcus is probably their best value.
"He really doesn't want to be traded."
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Bulls Jun 2007 Archive
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AP | Jun 25, 2007
Although Kobe Bryant apparently would like to join the Bulls, Chicago GM John Paxson sent a message to the Lakers' superstar on Monday: Don't count on it.
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Arizona Republic | Jun 25, 2007
The Suns balked at giving Shawn Marion, Joe Johnson and the No. 7 pick (Luol Deng) to Orlando for Tracy McGrady in 2004, according to the Arizona Republic.
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Chicago Sun-Times | Jun 20, 2007
According to sources, the Bulls still are very interested in Kevin Garnett, but the offer they would put together for him now wouldn't be as good as it was last February.
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Daily Herald | Jun 20, 2007
While ESPN is reporting that the Bulls and Lakers are talking trade for Kobe Bryant, John Paxson says otherwise
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Ric Bucher/Sports Center | Jun 19, 2007
Could Kobe Bryant be on his way to the Windy City to follow in Michael Jordan's footsteps?
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Journal Times | Jun 19, 2007
According to several NBA officials Gery Woelfel of the Journal Times has spoken to in the last week, Yi Jianlian camp (agent Dan Fegan) — would love nothing more than to see Yi wind up a major market, preferably one with a significant Chinese population.
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Ric Bucher/ESPN | Jun 18, 2007
In an interview on ESPN's Sports Center, Ric Bucher says that Kobe Bryant remains adamant about being traded by the Lakers.
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Chicago Tribune | Jun 18, 2007
The Cavs have salary-cap issues and might be unable to re-sign Anderson Varejao and Sasha Pavlovic, two of their top six players.
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The Daily Herald | Jun 17, 2007
Neither Kirk Hinrich nor Ben Gordon is necessarily a true point guard, but it’s not likely the Bulls would look to fill that position with the No.
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Chicago Sun-Times | Jun 17, 2007
Kobe Bryant visited the Bulls when he was a free agent in 2004.
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Ric Bucher/ESPN | Jun 16, 2007
Ric Bucher reports some GM's expect a trade to be completed before the draft.
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PE.com | Jun 16, 2007
Kobe Bryant is the only player in the NBA whose contract contains a no-trade clause.
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Chicago Tribune | Jun 14, 2007
Chris Duhon has helped return the Bulls organization to the playoffs, but as the team looks to improve, his name has been appearing in trade rumors.
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Chicago Tribune | Jun 13, 2007
League sources have said Chris Duhon, who has one year at $3.25 million remaining on his contract, is on the trading block.
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Chicago Tribune | Jun 12, 2007
The place to look is Phoenix, which has a bulging payroll and some apparent chemistry issues.
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Memphis Commercial Appeal | Jun 12, 2007
Jerry West and Griz owner Michael Heisley recently returned from a weeklong golf trip to Scotland, and both said Monday that the team will interview at least two additional candidates.
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Chicago Tribune | Jun 9, 2007
According to the Chicago Tribune the Bulls are discussing trade scenarios, with Chris Duhon the most likely player being shopped and Kirk Hinrich being made off limits.
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Chicago Tribune | Jun 8, 2007
If general manager John Paxson didn't make matters clear enough recently when he first said Thabo Sefolosha needs to play more next season and then added the Bulls' smallish backcourt isn't ideal, try this on for size:
Thursday's first draft workout at the Berto Center featured Acie Law and Javaris Crittenton, two of the biggest point guards who will be available when teams make their picks June 28 in the NBA draft.
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Chicago Tribune | Jun 7, 2007
Bulls management has made it clear this off-season that adding a skilled big man who can contribute right away is a priority.
