2015-16 Bulls roster outlook

Contract status: Two seasons left, $41,416,316

2014-15 stats: 51 games, 17.7 points, 40.5 percent FG, 28 percent 3-PT FG, 4.9 assists

Outlook: Remains the franchise centerpiece who will have to show more consistency after a strong postseason in which his physical gifts looked largely intact after three knee surgeries.

Contract status: Four seasons left counting qualifying offer, $8,158,474

2014-15 stats: 36 games, 3 points, 40.2 percent FG, 31.7 percent 3-PT FG, 1.2 rebounds

Outlook: In an offseason the Bulls draft 22nd, management views McDermott as adding a lottery pick for nothing after an injury-plagued, mostly idle rookie season. He must prove his worth.

Contract status: One season left, $2,854,950

2014-15 stats: 66 games, 5.7 points, 37.3 percent FG, 34.5 percent 3-PT FG, 2.2 assists

Outlook: Assuming he doesn’t retire and exercises his player option, the veteran still can deliver hard-nosed defense in limited minutes. Save for streaky 3-point shooting, his offense has become a liability.

Contract status: One season left, $13,900,000

2014-15 stats: 67 games, 7.2 points, 44.5 percent FG, 9.6 rebounds, 4.7 assists

Outlook: Find an offseason rehab and maintenance program that makes his surgically repaired left knee less of a factor next season. The Bulls also must figure a better pairing than Noah and Pau Gasol.

Contract status: Two seasons (player option) left, $15,218,280

2014-15 stats: 78 games, 18.5 points, 49.4 percent FG, 11.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists

Outlook: It may be hard for Gasol to top his health and production from his first season in Chicago. His defense won’t progress beyond rim protection, but his steady offense is crucial.

Contract status: Three seasons left counting qualifying offer, $3,904,207

2014-15 stats: 72 games, 6 points, 42.9 percent FG, 37.1 percent 3-PT FG, 2.4 rebounds

Outlook: The former first-round pick remains a mixed bag, capable of long-armed defense and 3-point shooting one night and lack of physical play and mental lapses the next.

Contract status: Restricted free agent, $3,013,123 qualifying offer

2014-15 stats: 65 games, 20 points, 46.2 percent FG, 37.3 percent 3-PT FG, 5.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists

Outlook: The Bulls plan to be proactive and offer Butler a maximum contract, and will match any creative offer sheets he signs if he enters restricted free agency. Who knew the team’s second star would be a 30th pick?

Contract status: Two seasons left, $17,450,000

2014-15 stats: 62 games, 10.3 points, 50.2 percent FG, 6.4 rebounds

Outlook: The perfect backup and occasional starter remains on one of the most budget-friendly contracts in the league for his production.

Contract status: Unrestricted free agent

2014-15 stats: 63 games, 9.4 points, 43.5 percent FG, 40.7 percent 3-PT FG, 3.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists

Outlook: He signed for less money to play two seasons with the Bulls. Will he do so again? The Bulls would love to have him back but he will attract strong interest in free agency.

Contract status: Two seasons left with partial guarantees, $1,825,490

2014-15 stats: 18 games, 0.6 points, 21.4 percent FG, 0.4 rebounds

Outlook: A cheap practice player, his contract is only partially guaranteed for next season.

Contract status: Two seasons left, $11,326,175

2014-15 stats: 82 games, 10.2 points, 40.5 percent FG, 31.6 percent 3-PT FG, 4.9 rebounds

Outlook: He’s a building block for the future but must shoot a higher percentage and become more consistent. His March flashed his highest potential.

Contract status: Unrestricted free agent

2014-15 stats: 23 games, 1.2 points, 43.3 percent FG, 1.7 rebounds

Outlook: He told the Tribune he plans to return for an 18th season. Whether that’s with the Bulls is unknown at this point.

Contract status: One season left with partial guarantee, $1,015,421

2014-15 stats: 56 games, 2.7 points, 44.6 percent FG, 34.2 percent 3-PT FG, 0.6 assists

Outlook: He proved a dependable backup who can play both guard positions. He’s likely to return.