Bulls Land Mike Conley Jr and Jaden Ivey

Merlin sees a three-team deal that sends Mike Conley Jr. and Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls, while Detroit receives Kevin Huerter, Dario Šarić and a 2026 protected first-round swap from Minnesota. All four players are on expiring contracts, and Šarić can still be moved before Thursday because his salary "is going into an exception and not aggregated." Conley is a 38-year-old veteran with declining production this season, and Ivey, the No. 5 pick in 2022, has struggled after a broken fibula and limited minutes. Merlin senses chess, not chaos. The Bulls gain a steady floor general and a young wing with upside; Conley’s veteran voice could unlock Ivey. The Pistons add shooting and depth to a 36-12 team, while the Wolves clear short-term cost and keep flexibility. Expect further small moves before the deadline.