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An updated look at free agents for the Chicago Bulls and what they should do with them

By Bennett Halpin

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 26: Rajon Rondo #9 of the Chicago Bulls reacts on from the bench during the third quarter of Game Five of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on April 26, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - APRIL 26: Rajon Rondo #9 of the Chicago Bulls reacts on from the bench during the third quarter of Game Five of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on April 26, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /
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Joffery Lauvergne

Joffrey Lauvergne could be a reasonably priced fifth big man up front for the Bulls.

Markkanen and Bobby Portis will soak up the majority of the minutes at the 4, but Lauvergne is a nice insurance piece to have.

There’s not likely to be a bidding war for Lauvergne’s services this offseason, making him a cheap option as injury insurance. Lauvernge could even eat up some minutes at the 5 if the Bulls decide to move on from Robin Lopez.

With his 6-foot-11 size and improving 3-point stroke, Lauvergne could act as a stretch-five if and when needed. While Lauvergne is no one’s idea of a starter, he could fill a useful role for the rebuilding Bulls.

Having a cheap contract on the books could also be used for salary matching in future deals. Besides, the Bulls need to get to the salary cap floor anyways.

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