The Chicago Bulls squad, which looked like a dream early last season, is likely seeing the last flickers of a soon-to-be broken-up squad. Previously, reports of a fallout between Zach LaVine and Chicago had emerged. However, it seems the extent of their issues has reached a tipping point.
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As per KC Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago, during the half-time of their loss to the Timberwolves, multiple Bulls players argued with LaVine. The ‘strong’ exchange apparently drew the flak of the coaching staff. Though, that is all that has been made public as of now.
Can confirm @JCowleyHoops Tweet that players had strong exchange at halftime of Timberwolves loss, which drew coaches’ attention. Sources said multiple teammates directed frustration at Zach LaVine, and the situation intensified.
— K.C. Johnson (@KCJHoop) December 20, 2022
The news of the argument has sent NBA Twitter into a frenzy. Fans have shared their own insight into what led to this fracture and what future awaits the Bulls.
Fans contemplate Bulls’ future after fall-out with Zach LaVine
The intensified ‘beef’ between teammates is a cause for concern. Zach LaVine is a prized asset for Chicago, whether on the team or as a trading chip. Fans realize this. They know the implications of such an argument during an ongoing game.
After the reveal of these reports, fans have speculated the various repercussions of the argument and the reasons that led the Chicago Bulls here.
Zach LaVine has been causing troubles since he signed with Rich Paul!
— Spam (@warriors4ly) December 21, 2022
y’all saying trade zach and not acting like demar derozan without iso ball is a role player. we need ball movement. deebo is the worst defender and floor spacer on the team. him and vooch need to go bye bye
— Andrew Carlson (@AndrewC16772843) December 20, 2022
This team had some of the best team chemistry in the league at the start of last season .. Lonzo’s extended absence has crushed that chemistry .. there’s no facilitator .. the ball ain’t moving, we ain’t playing team defense and now egos are ballooning .. Billy gotta do something
— Therapy & Reparations (@MrGRichardson) December 20, 2022
Sounds like they need a players only meeting https://t.co/x588tN404D
— Jon (@Statspeg) December 21, 2022
Trade him asappppp. Recoup those picks we traded Vuc for. Tank for Victor Wem. https://t.co/ajpjkZ3hHN
— DeeksView (@DeeksViewOG) December 20, 2022
The Chicago Bulls can’t afford any more mistakes
Chicago stands 11th in the Eastern Conference. It’s surprising how, with the same games played, the Bulls had 19 wins and 10 losses. This year though, they have managed to win only 11 and lost a whopping 18 games.
Zach LaVine, not unlike his chemistry with the team, is in trouble. The 6ft 5″ guard’s performance has fallen this season. Maybe it’s because he isn’t getting as many touches as he enjoyed before. However, even then, LaVine averaging just 36.5% from the three is unacceptable.
The 2-time All-Star needs to find his rhythm back soon. With teammates aligning against him, he needs to up his demand in the trade market or resolve the issue at hand with his performance.
