Chicago's offseason remains quiet, but the Bulls are decision-ready on a few thorny questions. Patrick Williams has become the central trade rumor, with whispers that Chicago could pivot away from the high-draft bet as the team weighs how to maximize a compressed cap sheet and a still-young core. Billy Donovan’s extension keeps the front office aligned, signaling a plan to squeeze more efficiency from a defensive-minded group. The absence of major moves around Noa Essengue and the unsettled Josh Giddey restricted free status add layers to a season that could pivot on Williams’ next destination and how the Bulls reallocate minutes and money.