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Ranking the top 18 shooters available on NBA trade market

By Holden Walter-Warner

DALLAS, TEXAS - MARCH 27: Jordan Clarkson #00 and Mike Conley #11 of the Utah Jazz talk during a time out in the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on March 27, 2022 in Dallas, Texas. 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 Tim Heitman/Getty Images)
DALLAS, TEXAS - MARCH 27: Jordan Clarkson #00 and Mike Conley #11 of the Utah Jazz talk during a time out in the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on March 27, 2022 in Dallas, Texas. 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 Tim Heitman/Getty Images) /
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Nikola Vucevic, NBA
Nikola Vucevic of the Chicago Bulls with Marques Bolden of the Milwaukee Bucks (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

10. C Nikola Vucevic, Chicago Bulls

While he doesn’t fit the profile of a traditional shooter, Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic is good for a three-pointer or two each night. His ability to space the floor makes him a potentially dangerous weapon for a contending team.

The two-time All-Star is one of several significant trade chips the Bulls have. If the franchise decides to blow it all up and rebuild, Vucevic is one of the first who will be out the door, especially with unrestricted free agency on the horizon.

The 32-year-old is starting to see a small downturn in his counting stats, which is saying something about how good he’s been. He’s averaging 17.3 points and 11 rebounds per game, ranking toward the top of the league in total defensive rebounds.

Vucevic has improved from last year’s shooting struggles, hitting 36.5 percent of his threes this season. Considering he had no three-point shot to speak of at the beginning of his career, his 35 percent career percentage is rather impressive.

The eyeball test doesn’t do Vucevic many favors on the defensive end, but he’s serviceable enough on that end that it shouldn’t deter any suitors from pursuing the big man’s services.

A reunion with the Orlando Magic feels like a dream, but the trade deadline doesn’t seem like the time for it. The Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns appear to be more logical destinations for the center.

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