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Analyzing the best NBA draft prospects at Bulls' areas of need

CHICAGO - When the Bulls traded Jimmy Butler to the Timberwolves last June, a top-three pick seemed a likelihood and certainly an internal topic of discussion. Instead, the Bulls outperformed in December and dropped one spot via the draft lottery to own the No. 7 pick in the NBA draft.

Executive vice president John Paxson has stated the franchise's two biggest draft needs are a "D-and-3" wing and a versatile big man. Along those lines, here are the top-five prospects at those positions. And yes, the Bulls would have to trade up if landing several of these names is in their plans.

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