Wizards Believed to Be in Hunt for Chicago Bulls? In-Demand Champion Defensive Ace: Rumors

The February 9 trade deadline is days away and there have been some interesting trade negotiations resonating in the NBA circles. Many teams are looking to strengthen their roster before the deadline ends in order to provide themselves with a chance to contend for the title this season. Meanwhile, several other teams would try to trade away their assets before their deal runs out as well. One such team that is associated with their rivals the Chicago Bulls regarding a possible trade deal are the Washington Wizards. A recent rumor has suggested that the Wizards could be the frontrunners in the race to acquire the Bulls’ championship winner defensive guard.

Chicago Bulls‘ 6’5 point guard Alex Caruso is believed to be one of the hottest trade targets of the NBA teams as the trade deadline approaches. While the 2020 NBA champ expects to stay with the Bulls, Chicago is likely to receive some lucrative offers for Caruso’s trade. However, as per a recent report, Caruso might end up with the Washington Wizards.

Washington Wizards could trade for Chicago Bulls defender Alex Caruso

According to a prediction made by Bleacher Report’s Dan Favre, “The Washington Wizards emerge as a finalist, and potentially acquire, Alex Caruso, Mike Conley, Kyle Lowry, D’Angelo Russell, Collin Sexton or Fred VanVleet.”

Further, Favre narrowed down the list of trade targets for Washington. The NBA analyst suggested that the Wizards could soon end up shipping away Kyle Kuzma, Bradley Beal, and Kristaps Porzingis during their attempt to rebuild the franchise. However, he did not believe that the move would happen as the Wizards may try to get a shot at the championship this season.

Dan Favre wrote, “I’d keep my eyes peeled on VanVleet, Conley and maaaybe Caruso, specifically.” Moreover, Favre had a feeling that Washington might end up getting closer to trading for Alex Caruso than other teams, if they don’t pull it off. Thus, it would be thrilling to see if the Wizards would be willing to offer something lucrative to make the trade happen.

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What could the Wizards offer for Caruso?

The best offering the Washington Wizards have in the bag is their 2026 first-round pick. Moreover, Favre felt that the Wizards could offer conditional selections if their obligation to the New York Knicks played out well.

Additionally, Washington also has Daniel Gafford, Deni Avdija, and Corey Krispert, apart from the short-term contracts of Monte Morris and Delon Wright, along with an expiring deal involving Will Barton. Thus, the Wizards might devise a lucrative trade package to get Alex Caruso on their side before the deadline, as per rumors

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