Lonzo Ball has secured his future with the Chicago Bulls after agreeing to a two-year, $20 million contract extension, as reported by NBA insider Shams Charania. The deal comes after Ball was in the final year of his previous four-year, $80 million contract with the Bulls.
The 27-year-old point guard made his long-awaited return to the court this season after more than two years sidelined due to knee injuries. Ball has faced challenges in his comeback, averaging a career-low 7.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 21.6 minutes per game. Despite these struggles, the Bulls’ front office has shown confidence in his potential moving forward.
Chicago currently holds a 22-30 record, sitting 10th in the Eastern Conference. The team has been in transition mode, with recent moves indicating a shift in their roster’s direction. The Bulls were part of a massive three-team trade that saw Zach LaVine sent to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for key players and future picks.
As part of the trade, the Bulls acquired Zach Collins, Kevin Huerter, and Tre Jones from the San Antonio Spurs and Sacramento Kings. In addition, Chicago gained a 2025 first-round pick from the Spurs, which will help bolster their future draft assets.
For Ball, the contract extension represents a significant vote of confidence, especially as he continues to work his way back to full health. The deal also positions him to remain in Chicago through the 2026-27 season, provided his knee issues don’t resurface and he can regain his previous form.
While Ball’s return has been slow, his defensive prowess and leadership have been critical to the Bulls’ identity. His ability to facilitate the offense and distribute the ball effectively when healthy is highly valued by Chicago’s coaching staff.
