3 Possible trades for the Chicago Bulls to cash in on Coby White

Last week, we gave rationale as to why the Chicago Bulls should at least explore the possibility of trading Coby White. Today, we want to take a look at what might a Coby White trade might look like.

Much has been made this offseason that the Bulls have held on to their assets too long. Coby White's value could quite possibily be at its highest point between now and this season's trade deadline. A White trade would be proactive move if the Bulls are in fact in a rebuild mode.

What should the Chicago Bulls expect in a trade for Coby White?

White is 23 years old and will make $12-13 million for the next two seasons. He was the runner-up for most improved player this year after averaging 19 points per game on 38 percent from 3-point range. He has shown the ability to play point and play the off guard, while being a durable contributer by playing 153 games the last two seasons.

Most fans would not expect the Bulls to be able to pull off a Mikal Bridges trade package, but if you look more closely at the numbers you will see eirely similar offensive metrics.

Coby White
79 G - .447 FG% - 7.0 3PA - .376 3P% - 3.3 FTA
.838 FT% - 4.5 REB - 5.1 AST - .7 STL - 19.1 PTS

Mikal Bridges
82 G - .436 FG% - 7.2 3PA - .372 3P% 3.9 FTA
.814 FT% - 4.5 REB - 3.6 AST - 1.0 STL - 19.6 PTS

White is not an All-NBA defender, but he's younger and on a team-friendly contract. At a minimum, the Bulls should require two unprotected or lightly protected first round picks. If the Bulls were to take back a contract that it is not expiring, then more draft capital or young talent should be included.

Here are three realistic possibilities for the Bulls.

Bulls trade Coby White to the Warriors

Golden State Warriors Receive:

Coby White ($24.9 Million / 2 Years)

Torrey Craig ($2.8 Million/ 1 Years)

Chicago Bulls Receive:

Moses Moody  ($5.8 Million/ 1 Year, then restricted free agent)

Gary Payton II  ($9.1 Million/ 1 Year)

2025 1st Round Pick 

2026 2nd Round Pick

2027 1st Round pick

It is widely known that the Warriors are trying to acquire more talent. They struck out on Paul George and rumors are swirling that former Bull, Lauri Markkanen is their next target.  With the end of the Splash Brothers, White could be another combo guard to slide into the rotation to support Curry.

The West is a conference of big men, the Warriors appear to be taking the alternative route with quickness and great shooting. They understand this  might be their best chance to prevail in the playoffs and give Steph one last chance at another ring. This is why the Warriors need to consider White. He is considerably better than the free agent pickups of Buddy Hield and De'Anthony Melton and considerably cheaper than a Lauri Markkanen deal.

When needed, he can play on the ball to relieve some pressure from Curry, but also can slot in next to him or point forward Draymond and be a catch-and-shoot threat. Also, they keep the other key pieces in tact.

The Bulls get additional draft capital and Moses Moody, a player that has upside. The Warriors get to keep Jonathan Kuminga and Brandin Podziemski, two players they have been reluctant to trade.