Vucevic obviously didn't let the ongoing trade rumors surrounding him and Zach LaVine distract him Friday. He had a dominant first quarter to set the tone.

“However, at least until the Johnson news, the Hawks were once again trying to create a market for Clint Capela. Two sources shared that the Hawks had contacted the Bulls about a swap of Capela’s expiring contract for Nikola Vucevic, but that the Bulls wanted other assets attached, presumably because of other deals he’s discussed.”

Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic have been two of the Chicago Bulls ' standout performers this season. Despite that, it might be in the best interest of the organization to trade them, as they seek to rebuild after several years of mediocrity and struggles to get into the playoffs.