Gay's numbers are actually slightly weaker than Deng's.

While numbers don't tell the whole story, there would at least need to be ample evidence here for the Bulls to ponder such a deal. Luol Deng: 17.9 points per game (44.5 percent from the field), 6.6 rebounds per game, 2.9 assists per game, 1.1 steals per game Rudy Gay: 17.8 points per game (41.4 percent from the field), 5.7 rebounds per game, 2.5 assists per game, 1.4 steals per game There are numerous reasons to support this. Such a deal could look enticing to Bulls fans at first glance, but the reality is that this would be a downright foolish deal for the Bulls to even tinker with.