The Chicago Bulls are heading into another pivotal offseason, and uncertainty surrounds the future makeup of their roster.
Key decisions involving Josh Giddey and Coby White are at the heart of the speculation, with both having played vital roles last season. However, it’s becoming increasingly doubtful that both players will return to the Windy City next year.
Giddey’s late-season breakout has complicated matters for the Bulls. While he was consistently one of the team’s top performers, his post-All-Star Break form elevated him to another level.
In March, he was recognized as the Eastern Conference Player of the Month, highlighting his standout play.
Following his strong finish, Giddey is now in pursuit of a significant contract, and many anticipate the Bulls will move to secure him.
However, doing so could come at the expense of retaining Coby White. Growing speculation suggests that the Bulls may not be able to keep both players on the roster.
“This is outside speculative, but two different East personnel figures believe that the Bulls are unlikely to retain both Josh Giddey and Coby White,” Matt Moore said in a report. “If Giddey gets locked in, White could be moved. I’m skeptical of that idea because that sounds like a radical concept for the Bulls and that doesn’t sound like them. Saving money sounds like them, but not like this.”
While the speculation surrounding Coby White’s future is fueled by chatter from around the league, it’s far from confirmed.
Nonetheless, talk of the Chicago Bulls potentially trading White this offseason has gained traction—especially if Josh Giddey secures a major pay increase. In that scenario, parting ways with White could be the most practical move.
White has been a standout for the Bulls in recent seasons, steadily increasing his value with strong performances.
Should the front office prioritize re-signing Giddey, White would likely draw significant interest from teams across the NBA.
The decisions involving Giddey and White are expected to be central to Chicago’s offseason strategy. However, the team faces several other pressing matters as well.
With plenty of moving parts, the makeup of the Bulls’ roster could look markedly different by the start of next season.
