The next two steps for Zach LaVine to climb in his evolution will be critical.
Not only for the Bulls guard, but the entire organization.
First, he has to show that he is a worthy max player. He’s closed the gap on that from the start of the season because of his willingness to try and be a two-way player, but he’s not there yet.
More importantly, he has to prove to be a destination player. Other superstars from around the league have to look at his game and the make-up of the roster and say, “I need to be a part of that.