The fact that White can play off the ball, while also taking over possessions, makes him enormously attractive for teams that have ball-dominant superstars. If the Lakers see LeBron James retire in 2026, White would make perfect sense as a backcourt partner to Luka Dončić, and could occupy a big chunk of the salary slot left by James.

In a nail-biting showdown at the United Center, the Chicago Bulls outlasted the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 119-117. This game was a roller coaster of emotions, showcasing the resilience and firepower of both teams.

Coby White scored 37 points to lead the streaking Chicago Bulls over the short-handed Denver Nuggets 129-119 on Monday night. Josh Giddey had 26 points and nine assists for Chicago, which finished its season-long road trip 4-2.