The Golden State Warriors have emerged as a potential suitor for Vučević ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline, according to an ESPN report. The Warriors are engaging in initial trade conversations as the Bulls take calls on offers for both Vučević and Zach LaVine.

Mar 27, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) controls the ball against Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) and forward Patrick Williams (44) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Bulls haven't made a trade deadline deal since 2021 when they sent Wendell Carter Jr. and two first-round picks in exchange for Nikola Vucevic. Chief executive Arturas Karnisovas can't afford to continue that inactivity for a third time.