Lonzo Ball’s Triumphant Return to Basketball
After a two-year hiatus, Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is poised to make a comeback to the court. According to sources, Ball will suit up for the Bulls’ preseason home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.
A Long and Challenging Road to Recovery
Ball, 26, has been sidelined since January 14, 2022, due to a series of procedures on his left knee, including a rare double cartilage transplant in May 2023. This surgery marked a significant turning point in his recovery journey.
Career Highlights and Expectations
Before his injury, Ball was having a remarkable season with the Bulls, averaging career-highs in field goal percentage and 3-point field goal percentage. He had also established himself as a key player, with averages of 13.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.8 steals in 35 starts.
A Fresh Start with the Bulls
Acquired by the Bulls in a trade with New Orleans prior to the 2021-22 season, Ball has career averages of 11.9 points, 6.2 assists, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 252 games (239 starts) with the Los Angeles Lakers, Pelicans, and Bulls.
The Road Ahead
With his return to basketball, Ball is expected to bring a new level of energy and enthusiasm to the Bulls. As he takes to the court once again, fans and teammates alike will be eager to see him in action.
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