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5 Players Chicago Bulls Should Consider Trading This Offseason

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Who Should Stay? Who Should Go

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The Chicago Bulls suffered a disappointing exit in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Despite a heroic return for Derrick Rose and the offseason addition of Pau Gasol, the Bulls could not overcome injuries and, of course, LeBron James. However, with the end of a season comes the time for change. Rumors are already surrounding Chicago, so here are five players who they should trade. Just add to the speculation.

5. Doug McDermott

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5. Doug McDermott

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Doug McDermott is a young player in development for the Bulls. He didn't exactly average lots of minutes during the season or playoffs. Chicago can continue to hold onto McDermott, but I expect them to use him in a multi-player trade.

4. Tony Snell

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4. Tony Snell

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Tony Snell is another young player, but saw more of the court than McDermott did. Snell actually become somewhat of a valuable piece in the playoffs, but don't think he is safe in Chicago. Snell could also be used in a multi-team/player deal along with some other players still to come in the countdown.

3. Nikola Mirotic

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3. Nikola Mirotic

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Nikola Mirotic is a power forward that can spread the floor and shoot from range. He became a staple off the bench for Chicago during the regular season, but completely fell apart in the playoffs. If Tom Thibodeau isn't safe, then I wouldn't expect any players to be safe. Mirotic could easily draw interest in a trade scenario and could see some decent offers.

2. Taj Gibson

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2. Taj Gibson

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It has already been rumored that big man Taj Gibson could be on the trading block and he could easily draw multiple buyers. He is a rough and tough power forward who will protect the paint and be the garbage man. He isn't exactly a scorer, but off of offensive rebounds and dump passes, he can average double digits. He is a great player to have coming off the bench and the Bulls would get value in return.

1. Joakim Noah

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1. Joakim Noah

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After his playoffs performance, it would come as no surprise if there is some disdain between the Bulls and center Joakim Noah. The high energy, defensive-minded player just wasn't himself against the Cleveland Cavaliers. With only one year left on his contract, there is no guarantees he will stay in Chicago or they will even re-sign him. Owed over $13 million next year, it wouldn't surprise me if the Bulls at least looked at offers for Noah.

Shane Phillips is a Miami Heat Writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow Shane on Twitter @ShaneRantSports, “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google. You can also email Shane at [email protected].

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