Lonzo Ball makes long-awaited return from knee injuries, scores 10 in Bulls' preseason game
Lonzo Ball got a rousing ovation in his long-awaited return for the Chicago Bulls after being sidelined for nearly three years because of a knee injury
By ANDREW SELIGMAN
Published - Oct 16, 2024, 11:52 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 06:16 PM EST
CHICAGO (AP) — When the moment finally arrived, after multiple knee surgeries and one grueling rehab, Lonzo Ball raised his right arm and blew a kiss to the cheering crowd.
Fans rose to their feet as the announcement echoed through the arena: “Checking in for the Chicago Bulls! No. 2! Lonzo Ball!”
It was a moment nearly three years in the making.
Ball made his long-awaited return, scoring 10 points in 15 minutes in the Bulls' 125-123 preseason victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. The point guard also had an assist, a steal and a block in his first appearance since Jan. 14, 2022.
