Luol Deng is still important. The Chicago Bulls have undergone a lot of changes and are preparing for Derrick Rose's return, but Deng is still important.
Not everyone understands that. With Rose coming back, the emergence of Jimmy Butler and the addition of the sharp-shooting Mike Dunleavy, fans are seeing made threes and championships in their sleep. Some may even see Deng being shown the door.
The free-agent-to-be in 2014 was previously discussing a contract extension with the Bulls, but according to CSN Chicago's Aggrey Sam, talks have stalled.
By no means does this mean Deng is on his way out. Talks could resume, or, more likely, the Bulls could allow Deng to set his own market next summer. Or they could even use his expiring deal as trade bait.
Butler has made him expendable after all, hasn't he? No sense in keeping him now or later. He's not a part of the future.
Before issuing Deng's pink slip, it's important to understand that nothing could be further from the truth.
Defensive Anchor
Even with Rose, the Bulls are a defense-first team.
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Article written by Dan Favale
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