Not stern at all: Bulls, Heat get off easy

The NBA talks a big game when it comes to curbing tampering, but the penalties announced for the Bulls and Heat were beyond meek

Just one future second-round pick to get a jump on the acquisition of Lonzo Ball? A steal for the Bulls. (Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

One second-round pick lost and a six-figure fine for each team.

Or maybe two second-rounders docked along with a hefty fine.

That's what I was realistically expecting in terms of sanctions from the league office for what it…