John Lucas III has been invited to Bulls' training camp with a partially guaranteed one-year deal.  

Coach Tom Thibodeau called Lucas an "ideal" choice to serve as the third-string point guard behind Derrick Rose and C.J. Watson.  

Chicago's contract with Lucas might not be signed until closer to the start of camp later this month, which would afford the Bulls an open roster spot in case the team is able to swing a deal for Rudy Fernandez.

Lucas' contract becomes fully guaranteed if he can remain on the roster past January 10.