The Chicago Bulls signed and traded DeMar DeRozan to the Sacramento Kings in the 2024 offseason, but their minimal return suddenly and predictably looks go. DeRozan signed a three-year deal worth $73.9 million. The Kings wanted to trade him (subscription required) this summer, but couldn’t find a taker. Now, Sacramento is stuck with a middling roster and nowhere to go.
The Bulls got Chris Duarte and two second-round draft picks in this deal. The 6’6 wing is no longer in the NBA, and Chicago traded one of the second-round picks to move back in the 2025 draft and pick up some cash.