Lonzo Ball has not played as an active NBA player for 942 days and counting, but the former second overall pick plans to end this streak in the upcoming season. Ball, a standout at UCLA before being drafted by the Lakers in 2017, has been sidelined due to multiple injuries, including a significant knee issue, and has not been on the NBA court since January 2022.
When Newsafro encountered Lonzo Ball at LAX, he shared positive news with Chicago Bulls fans. The 26-year-old guard mentioned that his recovery is progressing well. Asked about his readiness for the upcoming NBA season, which starts in the fall, Ball assured fans, “You can expect me back on the court. That’s all I want to do.”
Before his latest injury, Ball averaged 13 points and 5.1 assists per game. He signed a four-year, $85 million contract extension with the Bulls after being traded from the Pelicans in 2021. This upcoming season will be the final year of his contract, making him a free agent in 2025.
