One Team Has Already Spoken To DeMar DeRozan About New Deal

The exit of Alex Caruso appears to have solidified the decision of Chicago Bulls star DeMar DeRozan on what he will do in free agency. Some had held out hope he might consider a return. However, it is clear the organization is in the process of a youth movement. Josh Giddey (21) arrived in the Caruso trade. Matas Buzelis (19) became their 11th overall pick in the NBA draft. Now, Jalen Smith (25) has become their most significant free agent addition thus far. Arturas Karnisovas and the front office are committed to a new direction.