Frequently Asked Questions
What is wrong with Lonzo Ball and when did he get hurt?
Lonzo Ball suffered a partially torn meniscus back in January. His recovery has not been going in the right direction, and the Bulls' staff had to stop his running program for 10 days after his knee did not respond positively to rehabilitation ramp-up.
Will Lonzo Ball play again this season?
It's uncertain whether Ball will return this season. Coach Billy Donovan said the team will have a better feel for Ball's status after the next 10 days, but with only six games remaining in the regular season after that point, the outlook looks bleak.
How have the Chicago Bulls been affected by Lonzo Ball's absence?
Without Ball, the Bulls dropped out of the top 10 in fast break points per game after averaging 13.7 while he was healthy. They are also missing one of their top passers, assist creators, and a defender capable of guarding positions 1 through 4.
What kind of shooting season was Lonzo Ball having before his injury?
Ball was having the best shooting season of his career, hitting 42.3 percent from three on 7.4 three-point attempts per game. He also posted career-best effective field goal and true shooting percentages before going down.
Where do the Chicago Bulls currently stand in the Eastern Conference standings?
The Bulls are currently fifth in the Eastern Conference, sitting 2.5 games behind the Celtics for fourth place and just 0.5 games above the Cavaliers for the sixth spot.