Sign-and-Trade Coming?

With negotiations between the Bulls and restricted free agent Ben Gordon apparently stalled, the best option at this point may be to find a partner for a sign-and-trade.  Gordon has reportedly said that there have been talks with other teams concerning that option.  Gordon averaged 18.6 points per game last season, leading the Bulls in scoring.

Gordon and the Bulls do not appear to be on the same page as far as how much he’s worth financially.  Gordon is probably seeking a deal in the $50 million range and it looks like the team is not ready to give him that kind of money.  The club could sign him to a one-year qualifying offer, but that would make him an unrestricted free agent next summer and the Bulls would likely lose him without getting anything in return.  The Bulls now have a crowded backcourt after drafting Derrick Rose, so trading Gordon makes a lot of sense.  Gordon is a one-dimensional player, yes, but he can score.  There are always teams that need guys to put the ball in the basket, bottom line.  Were the Bulls to find a team willing to pay Gordon in the range he is seeking, Chicago could get something in return for Gordon instead of just letting him walk next summer.

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