Bulls linked to compelling trade for player compared to Knicks star

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Bulls linked to compelling trade for player compared to Knicks star

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Matthew Schmidt | Last updated Jun 10, 2026 11:48 AM ET

The Chicago Bulls should be looking to do a lot of wheeling and dealing this summer. They possess expansive cap room and own pick Nos. 4 and 15 in the NBA Draft, so they should have plenty of opportunities to improve their roster.

While the Bulls are expected to be major players in free agency, they could also be very active on the trade market, especially with new top executive Bryson Graham aiming to build the team his way.

Chicago won’t be swinging any blockbuster deals for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but it could absolutely make significant trades elsewhere, especially for players that fit Graham’s mold. Graham specifically wants to improve the Bulls’ defense, so three-and-D guys could be on his radar.

There are no shortage of intriguing wings who fill that role in today’s game, so Chicago should be able to find a solution in the coming weeks.

On that note, Andrew Hanlon of Pippen Ain’t Easy has pitched one intriguing name in particular, tabbing Oklahoma City Thunder swingman Aaron Wiggins as a possible candidate.

Chicago Bulls linked to trade for Aaron Wiggins

Apr 25, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) drives around Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) in the first half during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Wiggins just completed his fifth NBA season in a supplemental role for the Thunder, playing in 65 games with 21 starts in 2025-26. During his time on the floor this season, he averaged 9.4 points and 3.1 rebounds over 21.8 minutes a night on 43.1/35.6/73.6 shooting splits.

It was actually a bit of a down year for Wiggins, especially after he registered 12 points and 3.9 rebounds per game while shooting 48.8 percent from the field and 38.3 percent from three-point range the season prior. So perhaps a change of scenery would do him some good.

“His averages jump to 17.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.8 assists per 36 minutes from 2024-26. Those numbers, including his 2.6 3-pointers made per night, would be more indicative of his potential production in Chicago, where he’d go from an end-of-bench option to a core rotation piece,” Hanlon wrote. “Wiggins is also a versatile point-of-attack defender. His length and athleticism allow him to switch and pester ball handlers across all three backcourt positions.”

Hanlon went as far to liken Wiggins to New York Knicks wing Mikal Bridges, a player who broke out once he was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Brooklyn Nets midway through the 2022-23 campaign. It’s also easy to see similarities based on their size and style of play.

Given that Thunder general manager Sam Presti surely wants to shed some money this summer, a Wiggins trade wouldn’t be out of the question, and if he does become available, the Bulls would be wise to inquire.

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