Lonzo Ball was another player that teams were calling for, but the Bulls ended up signing him to a contract extension, keeping him around for years to come. There could have been a chance he was dealt, and the Bulls would have received a pick in return, according to The Athletic's John Hollinger.

According to a league source, the Bulls had a firm offer to get a first-round pick and take on future money for Lonzo Ball and extended him instead. Source: New York Times Bulls list Lonzo Ball doubtful vs.