Seven years after the Bulls came close to landing LeBron James and Dwyane Wade in free agency to play alongside an ascendant Derrick Rose, the threesome is on the verge of joining forces in Cleveland.
Once Wade clears waivers Wednesday, two sources familiar with his plans said the 12-time All-Star is nearing an agreement with the Cavaliers. The Bulls, who officially placed Wade on waivers Monday, formally agreed to a buyout Sunday night when sources said Wade agreed to forgo $8.5 million of the $23.8 million he stood poised to make.
Wade is eligible to sign a one-year, $2.3 million deal with the Cavaliers.
Wade's imminent arrival will add intrigue to an Oct. 10 exhibition in Cleveland, although veterans may skip such games. Either way, the Bulls ultimately will face the trio of James, Rose and Wade, the ultimate what might have been.
