The 2024 offseason was a transformative one for the Chicago Bulls. Although the Bulls didn't transform their roster entirely, they traded impactful veterans Alex Caruso and DeMar DeRozan, who played the fifth and first most minutes, respectively.
Chicago acquired Josh Giddey in exchange for Caruso—a much-maligned trade at the time. Nonetheless, the DeRozan departure wasn't as straightforward. After missing the postseason in two consecutive seasons, it was evident the then-34-year-old DeRozan didn't have a future with a soon-to-be rebuilding team.
Thus, DeRozan instead signed with the Sacramento Kings (although that wasn't necessarily the better option) for three seasons and $74 million.