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Chicago Bulls: 3 free agent targets to pair with Zach LaVine

By Zane Harris

PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 19: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls talks to head coach Billy Donovan against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on February 19, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Bulls 112-105. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 19: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls talks to head coach Billy Donovan against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on February 19, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Bulls 112-105. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) /
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Chicago Bulls, Zach LaVine (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
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Free-agency goals for the Chicago Bulls: 2. Bring back Derrick Rose

The second thing that the Chicago Bulls should do is bring Derrick Rose back to the team. Rose is a Chicago native and a player that fans rallied around during his time with the Bulls.

It was heartbreaking to fans and Rose himself when he was traded from the Bulls to the New York Knicks.

Besides just being a good storyline and a boost in ticket sales, there are on-the-court reasons why Rose needs to make a return to Chicago.

The first being he is a skilled veteran guard that in flashes looked like the prime D-Rose from his days with the Bulls.

He is beginning to adopt a veteran guard’s skill set. He is having his best shooting season from three at 38.8%.

Also, he would be a great veteran mentor and leader on the team. With the Bulls roster being flooded with young guards like Zach LaVine and Coby White, Rose would be able to teach and mold their games. This would be incredible for their development.

Being back in Chicago could be enough for Rose to start playing like his old self again. Obviously, this does not mean that he will be the high-flying MVP from 2011, however, he could be a more than capable starter or a 6th man of the year candidate.

Despite falling short to the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the playoffs, Rose proved that he could be a major contributor when the games matter the most, even when coming off of the bench.

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