Timothy Rapp@@TRappaRTFeatured Columnist IVJune 30, 2022
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According to Shams Charania of Stadium and The Athletic, the Chicago Bulls are close to signing a veteran center.

The deal is worth over six million dollars over two years.

In his first season with the Philadelphia 76ers, he averaged 6.1 points, 8.8 rebound and 2.0 assists in 18.4 minutes per game, helping to anchor a weak Philly bench.

He was dealt to the Nets ahead of the trade deadline in the deal that sent James Harden to Philadelphia and started in 24 games.

Brooklyn was swept by the Boston Celtics in the first round of the playoffs, but like the rest of the Nets, he did well.

After declining in previous seasons, the two-time All-Star seemed to return to his former self. He's a good option for centers in need of help this winter.

The ability to get a bucket in the post, as well as his surprising playmaking, make him a good fit for the Bulls.

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He's no longer the type of player who can be the focal point of a team's scheme, but he adjusted well to his new role. Chicago hopes he stays on that path.