Coby White has been low-key awesome this season. He’s averaging 18.1 points, 4.8 assists, and 3.6 rebounds while knocking down 42.4% of his shots and 37.1% from deep. The guy is a bucket and can run the offense when needed. But here’s the thing: the Bulls are clearly moving in a new direction. With Josh Giddey running the show (averaging 11.7 points, 6.9 assists, and 6.2 boards), White has taken a backseat, and honestly, he might be better off elsewhere.
The Bulls are sitting at 10-15 and look like they’re gearing up for a rebuild. Moving White, who’s on a two-year, $24 million deal, makes a ton of sense. He’s valuable enough to fetch a good return, and this trade brings in assets they can actually use moving forward. Precious Achiuwa is solid on defense and adds energy and versatility. Miles McBride is a scrappy young guard with the potential to breakout this season at 11.1 points, 2.7 assists, and 2.6 rebounds, and Jericho Sims is an athletic big who can fill out the rotation. Add in two juicy first-round picks in 2025, and the Bulls have a nice package to keep building for the future.
For the Knicks, White is the definition of a perfect sixth man. He’s a microwave scorer who can light it up off the bench, create his own shot, and space the floor. Plus, he’s still only 24 years old, so he fits with their timeline while bringing immediate impact. His contract is reasonable for what he offers, and he’s the type of player who could swing a playoff series with his scoring outbursts.
This deal works for everyone. The Bulls get pieces to help their rebuild, and the Knicks add a legit spark plug who can elevate their second unit. It’s a win-win that makes too much sense not to happen.