After the departure of star players, including DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso, from the Chicago Bulls in the offseason trade, speculations were made about whether the franchise plans to tank this season. However, Bulls executive Artūras Karnišovas recently resolved the assumptions, claiming they will “try to win every game.”
Following DeRozan and Caruso’s departures, Chicago Bulls guard Zach Lavine emerged as the highly-anticipated summer trade. However, the franchise and the two-time All-Star have been reportedly mending their relationship ahead of the 2024-25 season.
Many believed the Bulls’ trading their star player would result in them losing games on purpose next season to get higher draft picks. Responding to the rumors, the Bulls executive claimed the team has no plans to tank and will aim for victory in every game on the 670 The Score show. On Wednesday morning, Arturas told Mike Mulligan and David Haugh, “We’re going to try to win every game.”
Delusional: Fans React To The Chicago Bulls Executive’s Comment
Following a season-ending injury, Bulls forward Patrick Williams suffered a setback in his surgery. The 23-year-old power forward was expected to join the Bulls’ mini-camp in Miami, but a discomfort in his left foot forced him to rest, according to The Athletic. Considering the injury crisis, NBA fans on social media called the Bulls “delusional” and “mediocre.”
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The fans also observed that the Bulls’ tanking in the 2024-25 season will help them earn a high pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, which could help them acquire young talent, Cooper Flagg.
Arturas reportedly made the comment considering young players like Matas Buzelis, the Bulls’ 11th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, and Coby White, who stepped up during the Bulls’ injury-ridden season. The Bulls remain uncertain about Lonzo Ball’s health status despite his excitement for training camp.
