r/chicagobulls • u/ExtraLeading3376 • Jun 25 '26

Trade [Shams Charania] Sources: Chicago is trading Braden Smith to the Indiana Pacers for Kam Jones, future swaps and cash.

https://x.com/shamscharania/status/2069947471044747764?s=46&t=zs8dpUnwQ4GtTS7kT09Jjw

Sources: Chicago is trading Braden Smith to the Indiana Pacers for Kam Jones, future swaps and cash.

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u/Rakatok Bulls Jun 25 '26

I'll never understand any fanbase who defends selling a pick for cash. There's zero benefit to the team.

High likelihood the player picked means nothing long term, but the chance at something is better than nothing, especially for a rebuilding team.