2017 NBA Draft: 3 dream targets for Chicago Bulls at No. 16

Malik Monk, SG, Kentucky

As I previously hinted at, the Bulls need a boost in the scoring department heading into 2017. They boasted one of the worst scoring offenses in the NBA last season, which simply can’t continue to be the case moving forward.

If Malik Monk were to bring his talents to the Windy City, it would be a different story in 2017-18. The Kentucky product proved in his one collegiate season that he’s a scoring dynamo, using absurd athleticism and a sweet stroke to put points on the board in a hurry.

Especially with Wade not being a lock to return and Butler’s future uncertain, Monk would be an exciting addition to this Chicago lineup. He offers reliable firepower from anywhere on the court, and knows how to create his own opportunities. While he’s still working on some of the finer points of his game, all of the necessary tools are there for him to be a scoring machine.

At this moment, though, most don’t see him falling out of the top 10 for those reasons. Chances are he comes off the board well before the Bulls pick at No. 16 overall. For the sake of this exercise, that doesn’t matter.

In a dream world where anything is possible, Monk seems like a great fit for this franchise. He helps get their offense back on track while giving fans something to be excited about. Regardless of what happens with Wade and Butler, Monk would be welcomed to Chicago with open arms.