An Eastern Conference executive believes that Dwyane Wade would excel alongside Derrick Rose in Chicago.

Wade is headed for free agency next summer and the Bulls are one of seven teams that are expected to chase a top-level free agent.

"I've heard some people say both need the ball in their hands too much to be effective," the executive told the Chicago Tribune. "I don't see that as an issue at all. Wade doesn't get credit for how well he moves without the ball. And great players always find a way to make it work."