<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/ranking-best-lonzo-ball-trade-destinations-after-bulls-return');   ga('set', 'title', 'Ranking best Lonzo Ball trade destinations after Bulls return');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Ranking-best-Lonzo-Ball-trade-destinations-after-Bulls-return.jpg"></figure><h1>Ranking best Lonzo Ball trade destinations after Bulls return</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-18T10:50:54-08:00">December 18th, 10:50am</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-18T10:50:54-08:00">December 18th, 10:50am</time><address><a>Scotty White</a>Scotty White is a graduate of the University of Michigan and has been in the sports journalism industry since 2020. He has covered athletics at the University of Michigan and is now serving as an Associate Editor, Chicago Bulls beat writer, and Michigan football reporter at ClutchPoints.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Chicago Bulls</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Chicago Bulls are still in the middle of their rebuild, and it is taking longer than fans were hoping. This season is off to a rough start once again, and it’s clear that Chicago doesn’t have a team that is going to compete for a championship. The Bulls still need to make some moves to get where they want to be, and a <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-lonzo-ball-joins-zach-lavine-nikola-vucevic-on-bulls-trade-block">player to watch in that regard is Lonzo Ball</a>.</p><p>Lonzo Ball went a long time without playing in the NBA because of a knee injury that kept him off the court for over two years. He was finally able to return to play this season, but he has been limited and also dealt with some new injury trouble.</p><p>Ball has only played in nine games this year as a wrist injury has been a problem for him. When he has played, he is getting limited minutes as he is still easing his way back in after his lengthy absence from his knee injury.</p><p>In nine games this year, Ball is averaging 17 minutes per game. He is also averaging 5.4 PPG, 2.9 RPG and 3.4 APG. He is shooting 37.2% from the floor and 34.3% from deep.</p><p>The issues that Lonzo Ball has had with injuries will certainly have an impact on his trade value. Ball has been a good player in the NBA when he is healthy, but he hasn’t been healthy in a long time. He missed the previous two seasons and he is immediately dealing with a new injury while still dealing with the last one. That definitely isn’t a positive.</p><p>Ball is having some injury trouble, but there are still a lot of rumors swirling about a potential trade. If his value isn’t as high, this might be a good chance for a team to come in and pick him up. Here are some potential destinations.</p><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Lonzo-Ball.jpg"><figcaption>© Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><h2><b>Milwaukee Bucks</b></h2><p>One team to watch for Lonzo Ball is the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks got off to a slow start this season but they have settled in and are starting to look better. Milwaukee is now 14-11 and they have been looking like the team that everyone expected them to be.</p><p>If the Bucks want to win another championship, they probably need to do something differently as things haven’t worked out the last couple years. Ball could be a valuable addition for them and he would likely be a fan of going to a team that could have a potential playoff run.</p><h2><b>Phoenix Suns</b></h2><p>Another team to watch here is the Phoenix Suns. The Suns have had some elite talent for a while, but they haven’t been able to get over the hump. They have Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, but it looks like they might need one more piece. Ball could end up being a valuable addition to the team if he can join and stay healthy.</p><h2><b>Philadelphia 76ers</b></h2><p>Lastly, the 76ers could be a good fit as they have been battling some injury trouble themselves. Obviously bringing in another player that has been struggling with injuries wouldn’t be ideal, but hopefully Ball can stay healthy on a consistent basis as the season goes on.</p><p>Lonzo Ball hasn’t been able to play a lot this season, but it will be interesting to see how his draft stock changes in the coming months before the trade deadline as he can hopefully start to play more.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Ranking best Lonzo Ball trade destinations after Bulls return

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/check-out-lonzo-ball-insane-642k-car-collection-with-photos');   ga('set', 'title', 'Check out Lonzo Ball’s insane $642K car collection, with photos');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Check-out-Lonzo-Balls-incredible-642K-car-collection-with-photos.jpg"></figure><h1>Check out Lonzo Ball’s insane $642K car collection, with photos</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-09T14:11:11-08:00">December 9th, 2:11pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-09T14:14:39-08:00">December 9th, 2:14pm</time><address><a href="https://www.facebook.com/spencersee10" rel="facebook">Spencer See</a>Spencer See is a part-time writer at ClutchPoints focusing on the NBA, evergreen content and celebrity lifestyle. He is also a lifelong fan of LeBron James. In his free time, he either goes fishing or watches basketball.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Chicago Bulls</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>Lonzo Ball has an insane car collection. Ball is a well-known basketball star who currently plays for the Chicago Bulls. He was the second-overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. He missed the previous two seasons due to knee injuries, but he’s now working his way back from the injuries as a backup point guard.</p><p>Given Ball’s accomplishments, have you ever wondered what kind of cars he drives? Well, wonder no more. Here is Lonzo Ball’s insane $642K car collection, with photos.</p><p>According to Celebrity Net Worth, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/lonzo-ball-net-worth">Ball has a net worth</a> of around $35 million. With a respectable NBA career that saw him rake in lucrative contracts, there’s no doubt that Ball can afford to live a lavish lifestyle. In fact, the former second-overall draft pick opted to <a href="https://21motoring.com/lonzo-ball-car-collection-cars-of-chicago-bulls-lonzo-ball/#more-30145" rel="noopener">splurge on some high-end vehicles</a> to suit his lifestyle.</p><h2><b>3. Dodge Challenger SRT Demon</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2019_dodge_dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat_2019_dodge_dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat_443fe501-bb87-4c08-bfbd-479213adf446-v6CKcc-57348-57349-scaled-5.webp"></figure><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2019_dodge_dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat_2019_dodge_dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat_9ac573ec-513e-487c-8d27-33d258c89e36-AXzFSx-57041-57042-scaled-5.webp?w=620"></figure><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2019_dodge_dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat_2019_dodge_dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat_4581490f-70ed-468f-bde4-ef07f57eb583-VUrRvt-57064-57065-scaled-5.webp?w=940"></figure><p><a href="https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2019-dodge-dodge-challenger-srt-hellcat/" rel="noopener">For more photos, click here</a></p><p>The cheapest car in Ball’s collection is a Dodge Challenger SRT Demon, which made the NBA All-Rookie Second Team player pay around $87,000. The Challenger SRT Demon is an elite muscle car coveted by many car enthusiasts for its aggressive design combined with its performance. But more importantly, it’s specifically designed to outclass the majority of the cars in the market.</p><p>As a top-tier muscle car, the Challenger SRT Demon possesses plenty of positive highlights. Aside from a look that instantly turns some heads, the Challenger  SRT Demon is designed to give any driver a premium driving experience. In fact, this muscle car has some heated and ventilated front seats, which is suitable for long drives.</p><p>The Challenger SRT Demon derives its power from a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine. This allows it to produce 840 horsepower and 707 lb-ft of torque. With a six-speed manual transmission, the Challenger SRT Demon can go as fast as 201 mph. In just more than 9½ seconds, the Challenger SRT Demon has no problems accelerating from 0 to 60 mph with ease.</p><h2><b>2. Mercedes-AMG G63</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/CAC60MBS531A01350.webp"></figure><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/USC60MBS531A021002.webp?w=1024"></figure><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/USC60MBS531A021001.webp?w=1024"></figure><p><a href="https://www.autoblog.com/buy/2018-Mercedes_Benz-AMG+G+63/photos/" rel="noopener">For more photos, click here</a></p><p>When it comes to top-tier SUVs, the Mercedes-AMG G63 deserves to be in the conversation. In fact, Ball has a Mercedes-AMG G63 parked in his garage. For this elite beast on the road, the Bulls star paid around $157,450. Given that it’s one of the top SUVs in the market, it isn’t surprising to see that the Mercedes-AMG G63 is also a notable favorite among big-time celebrities.</p><p>The Mercedes-AMG G63 was built for luxury, providing a handful of amenities for the utmost comfort. But aside from allowing any owner to ride comfortably, the Mercedes-AMG G63 is also versatile enough to pass through the most unforgiving conditions thanks to its off-roading capabilities. This should give Ball an ideal vehicle for long road trips in the outdoors.</p><p>The Mercedes-AMG G63 derives its power from a 4.0-liter bi-turbocharged V8 engine. This allows it to produce 577 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. It has a seven-speed automatic transmission, and the Mercedes-AMG G63 can attain a top speed of 130 mph. On the other hand, it can easily go from a standstill position to 60 mph in just a little more than five seconds.</p><h2><b>1. Rolls-Royce Dawn</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2017_rolls-royce_dawn_p7247-rock-24-88271.webp"></figure><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2017_rolls-royce_dawn_p7247-rock-1-88141.webp?w=620"></figure><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2017_rolls-royce_dawn_p7247-rock-12-66054.webp?w=940"></figure><p><a href="https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2017-rolls-royce-dawn-3/" rel="noopener">For more photos, click here</a></p><p>The most expensive car in Ball’s collection is a Rolls-Royce Dawn, which made the former UCLA standout pay around $398,000. The Dawn is an elite convertible, which should allow Ball to cruise around the city with style. In fact, its top-down feature paves the way for any owner to enjoy some much-needed fresh air. Additionally, the Dawn can be used to effortlessly drift.</p><p>In terms of features, the Dawn possesses a sharp exterior design, giving some sporty vibes. But more importantly, its lavish interior should allow some comfortable rides, unlike any other regular convertible. In fact, its interior is capped off by an endless list of luxurious amenities that should spoil any passenger and driver.</p><p>The Dawn operates on a 6.6-liter twin-turbo V12 powertrain. This allows it to produce 563 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. It takes just less than five seconds to move from a standstill position to 60 mph. On the other hand, this top-of-the-line convertible can reach a top speed of 155 mph with the assistance of an eight-speed automatic transmission,</p><p>Nevertheless, this is all the information that we have on Lonzo Ball’s insane $642K car collection.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Check out Lonzo Ball’s insane $642K car collection, with photos

<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xml:lang="en" lang="en">    <head>        <script>   (function(i, s, o, g, r, a, m) {     i["GoogleAnalyticsObject"] = r;     i[r] = i[r] || function() {       (i[r].q = i[r].q || []).push(arguments)     }, i[r].l = 1 * new Date();     a = s.createElement(o),       m = s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];     a.async = 1;     a.src = g;     m.parentNode.insertBefore(a, m)   })(window, document, "script", "https://www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js", "ga");   ga('create', 'UA-66147751-16', {     'storage': 'none',     'clientId': localStorage.getItem('ga:clientId')   });   ga(function(tracker) {     localStorage.setItem('ga:clientId', tracker.get('clientId'));   });   ga('set', 'checkProtocolTask', null);      ga('set', 'page', '/bulls-news-lonzo-ball-big-baller-brand-admission-injury-troubles');   ga('set', 'title', 'Lonzo Ball shares surprising Big Baller Brand admission amid injury troubles');   ga('send', 'pageview');</script>        <style type="text/css" media="all">            body {    background: transparent;    margin: 0px;}h1, h2, h3 {    color: #DDDDDD;    font-family: "SFUIText-Semibold";    margin: 30px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 21px;    line-height: 125%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}header {    margin: 0px;    height: 0px;    display: none;}p {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 15px 15px 15px 15px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}p > img {    margin-left: -15px;    width: calc(100% + 30px);}a {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;    text-decoration: underline;}ul {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 3px 10px 3px 10px;    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}ol {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    font-size: 17px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.23px;}img {    margin: 0px;    width: 100%;    height: auto;}blockquote {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8);    font-family: "SFUIText-Medium";    margin: 30px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 19px;    line-height: 135%;    letter-spacing: -0.41px;}blockquote p {    margin: 0px;}.op-tracker, .op-ad {    display: none;    height: 0px;}article > figure {    margin: 0px;}figcaption {    color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.7);    font-family: "SFUIText-Regular";    margin: 10px 15px 30px 15px;    font-size: 13px;}iframe {    width: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;    margin: 0px;    border: 0;}.vine-embed {    height: __SCREEN_SIZE_WIDTH__;}.twitter-tweet, .instagram-media {    margin-left: 15px !important;    margin-right: 15px !important;    width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;}.clutchpoints-widget {    /*margin: 10px 15px 10px 15px !important;*/    /*margin-top: 1px !important;*/    padding-top: 10px;    /*margin-left: 15px !important;*/    /*margin-right: 15px !important;*/    /*width: __SCREEN_CONTENT_SIZE_WIDTH__ !important;*/}        </style>        <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" />    </head>    <body>        <article id="mvp-content-main"><header><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Bulls-news-Lonzo-Ball-shares-surprising-Big-Baller-Brand-admission-amid-injury-troubles.jpg"></figure><h1>Lonzo Ball shares surprising Big Baller Brand admission amid injury troubles</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-12-05T22:06:38-08:00">December 5th, 10:06pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-12-05T22:06:38-08:00">December 5th, 10:06pm</time><address><a>Nathan Yasis</a>Nathan Yasis is an Associate Editor for ClutchPoints, specializing in the NBA.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Chicago Bulls</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>After a long rehabilitation process dating back to 2022, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bulls-news-lonzo-ball-return-first-basket-since-2022">Lonzo Ball has returned to action</a> with the Chicago Bulls. Selected as one of the premier talents in the 2017 NBA Draft, Lonzo’s career has drawn significant attention, partly due to his father, LaVar Ball. Beyond his son’s NBA achievements, LaVar pursued his entrepreneurial ambitions by launching his own footwear line, Big Baller Brand.</p><p>“But what was told to me, I guess, wasn’t what really happened. I was told that nobody wanted to partner with me, so my dad was like, ‘Just rock the brand.’ And I was like, ‘All right.'” Lonzo said.</p><p>LaVar had Lonzo wear Big Baller Brand shoes for a season, but eventually, Lonzo chose to stop using them.</p><h2><b>Lonzo Ball’s injuries being affected by Big Baller Brand shoes</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Lonzo-Balls-Big-Baller-Brand-shoes.jpg"><figcaption>Kirby Lee-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>Lonzo’s dissatisfaction with his father’s shoes was already known, but he <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/42762320/inside-lonzo-ball-unprecedented-1000-day-return-nba" rel="noopener">emphasized it further</a> in an ESPN article published Thursday that also detailed his prolonged injury struggles.</p><p>“They were like kickball shoes,” Lonzo Ball said.</p><p>Lonzo wore Big Baller Brand shoes just twice that summer. To switch things up, he and his manager, Darren Moore, shopped at Foot Locker in Las Vegas, picking up a different pair of top-tier sneakers for each game. On his way to earning summer league MVP honors, Ball laced up the Air Jordan XXXI, Nike Kobe A.D., Adidas Harden LS, and Under Armour Curry 4, wearing each for a single game.</p><p>Although Big Baller Brand eventually collaborated with Skechers to manufacture the shoes, Lonzo Ball admitted they still failed to meet the performance standards he needed on the court. He even suggested that wearing BBB sneakers might have played a role in the persistent injuries that have impacted his career.</p><p>“I think it’s a possibility for sure, to be honest with you. I wasn’t really getting hurt like that until I started wearing them,” said the Chicago Bulls guard.</p><p>Lonzo also theorized that years of training on the unforgiving concrete surfaces at Chino Hills State Park might have contributed to the cartilage problems that have plagued his career. He missed two full seasons and underwent three separate surgeries, including a cartilage and meniscus transplant.</p><p>“My uncle used to always tell me, ‘Y’all play too much outside,’ because we were playing super hard in the backyard. That’s on concrete,” he said. “That was at least 15 years. So I mean, all that, over time, it can’t be good for your knees.”</p><h2><b>Lonzo’s return cut short with a wrist injury</b></h2><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bulls-news-lonzo-ball-nearing-return-injury-report-upgrade">Lonzo made his return this season</a> but has been limited to just six games due to a wrist injury, with his playing time falling well below his typical averages.</p><p>For the past several years, Ball has opted for Kobe Bryant’s retro basketball shoes, while his younger brother, Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball, is now on his fourth signature shoe with PUMA.</p><p>It’s difficult not to ponder what might have been for Ball’s career and potential impact in the sneaker industry if he had pursued opportunities outside of family ventures. As a standout prospect from UCLA, Ball could have likely secured a lucrative signature sneaker deal with major brands, particularly Adidas.</p><p>For instance, the Utah Jazz chose Donovan Mitchell with the 13th pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, and he later received his own signature sneaker line with Adidas. The following year, Trae Young was selected by the Atlanta Hawks and also secured a signature sneaker line with Adidas.</p><p>Meanwhile, Big Baller Brand has gone through multiple setbacks and attempts at recovery, with Lonzo’s investment playing a key role in keeping it afloat. The company has dealt with legal issues, fractured partnerships, and has earned a poor reputation, reflected in its “F” rating from the Better Business Bureau.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Lonzo Ball shares surprising Big Baller Brand admission amid injury troubles

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Latest NBA Cup injury update</h1><time class="op-published" datetime="2024-11-29T12:46:35-08:00">November 29th, 12:46pm</time><time class="op-modified" datetime="2024-11-29T12:46:57-08:00">November 29th, 12:46pm</time><address><a>Julian Ojeda</a>Julian Ojeda is an Orlando-based sports journalist with 3 years of professional writing under his belt, specializing in both NBA and NFL coverage. A devoted Orlando Magic fan, he deftly balances fervent fandom with insightful reporting, possessing a keen eye for compelling narratives.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Boston Celtics</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The Chicago Bulls (8-12) return to the United Center on Friday night to host the Boston Celtics (15-3) in a crucial NBA Cup matchup that could determine the outcome of East Group C. Guard Lonzo Ball is <a href="https://official.nba.com/nba-injury-report-2024-25-season/" rel="noopener">listed</a> as probable as he continues to recover from a right wrist sprain that sidelined him for nearly a month.</p><p><i><b>*Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/nba/?irad=356361&amp;irmp=492408" rel="noopener sponsored">(free trial)</a>*</b></i></p><h2><b>Lonzo Ball’s injury status for NBA Cup matchup vs. Celtics</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Is-Lonzo-Ball-playing-vs.-Celtics-Latest-NBA-Cup-injury-update.jpg"><figcaption>© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bulls-news-lonzo-ball-nearing-return-injury-report-upgrade">Ball had been out since October 28</a> but made his return in Wednesday’s loss to the Orlando Magic, contributing six points, four steals, three assists, two blocks, and one rebound. This marked his fourth game of the season after recovering from multiple knee surgeries that kept him out for the past two years.</p><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-lonzo-ball-joins-zach-lavine-nikola-vucevic-on-bulls-trade-block">In these four games, Lonzo Ball has averaged five points</a>, 3.5 assists, 2.2 rebounds, and one steal per game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 40% from three-point range. His return should bolster the Bulls’ defense and playmaking abilities against the Celtics.</p><p>Both teams hold 2-1 records in East Group C of the NBA Cup. The Bulls have a slight edge with a +15 point differential, compared to the Celtics’ +14. The winner of this game will gain a significant advantage in advancing in the second season of the in-season tournament, though final standings will depend on other results.</p><p>The Bulls’ performance in the NBA Cup has been a highlight in an otherwise inconsistent start to the 2024-25 season. Meanwhile, the Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, continue to dominate and currently boast one of the league’s best records.</p><p>Chicago is coming off a recent loss to the Magic and is beginning a two-game homestand. After Friday’s matchup against the Celtics, the Bulls will host the Brooklyn Nets (9-10) on Monday night. Inconsistencies on both ends of the floor have plagued the Bulls, and facing the Celtics’ top-rated defense presents a formidable challenge.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

Is Lonzo Ball playing vs. Celtics? Latest NBA Cup injury update

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A devoted Orlando Magic fan, he deftly balances fervent fandom with insightful reporting, possessing a keen eye for compelling narratives.</address><h3 class="op-kicker">Chicago Bulls</h3><figure class="op-ad"></figure></header><p>The <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/nba-rumors-two-young-bulls-brought-zach-lavine-nikola-vucevic-trade-chatter">Chicago Bulls are reportedly preparing for sweeping roster changes</a> ahead of the NBA trade deadline, with Lonzo Ball, Zach LaVine, and Nikola Vucevic emerging as potential trade candidates. According to a report by Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Bulls have communicated their <a href="https://marcstein.substack.com/p/jake-fischer-latest-all-eyes-on-the" rel="noopener">willingness</a> to discuss the majority of their roster in trade talks, signaling a potential pivot toward rebuilding or retooling the team.</p><p>“Bulls executives, according to league sources, have been messaging to rival front offices that they are willing to discuss the majority of their roster in trade talks leading up to the Feb. 6 trade deadline. Most notably, sources say, Chicago has expressed a desire to move LaVine, Vučević, and Ball,” Fischer reported.</p><p>Together, the contracts of LaVine, Vucevic, and Ball total nearly $85 million. While this creates challenges in navigating the trade market, their varied skill sets and roles provide opportunities for contending teams seeking midseason reinforcements.</p><h2><b>Zach LaVine’s contract complexities contrast with Nikola Vucevic’s tradeable value</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Zach-LaVine-8-and-center-Nikola-Vucevic-9-talk-on-a-time-out.jpg"><figcaption>© Stephen Lew-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p><a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bulls-news-zach-lavine-coby-white-nikola-vucevic-make-chicago-history-vs-pistons">Zach LaVine, 29, remains a centerpiece of the Bulls’ offense</a> but has proven to be a difficult asset to move. His five-year, $215 million contract, combined with his injury history and uneven production in past seasons, has led to skepticism among potential suitors. Despite this, Fischer reports that the Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors, and Detroit Pistons have expressed varying levels of interest in the dynamic guard.</p><p>This season, LaVine is delivering one of his most efficient offensive performances, averaging 21.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists while shooting 51% from the field and an impressive 43.4% from beyond the arc. However, his contract still includes two more guaranteed seasons, creating significant financial commitments for any acquiring team.</p><p>Nikola Vucevic, 34, offers a more tradable contract structure, with a $20 million salary this season and one more year remaining at $21.5 million in 2025-26. A consistent performer, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bulls-news-nikola-vucevic-resurgence-fans-dreaming-trade-possibilities">Vucevic is having a standout season</a>, averaging 20.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 3.2 assists. His shooting efficiency, at 57.1% from the field and 44.9% from three-point range, is among the best of his career, making him an attractive option for teams in need of frontcourt help.</p><p>“One GM told me he would put the two-time All-Star’s likely price point in a trade at two second-round picks,” Fischer noted, highlighting Vucevic’s appeal as a reliable contributor without a prohibitive cost.</p><h2><b>Lonzo Ball’s injuries complicate potential Bulls’ roster overhaul</b></h2><p>The inclusion of Lonzo Ball, 27, in trade discussions introduces a complex dynamic. After missing significant time due to knee injuries, <a href="https://clutchpoints.com/bulls-news-lonzo-ball-nearing-return-injury-report-upgrade">Ball made a limited return</a> at the start of the 2024-25 season but has faced additional setbacks, including a wrist sprain suffered in late October. Ball’s availability has been sporadic, and his performance has yet to return to his previous levels. Through four games this season, he is averaging five points, 3.5 assists, 2.2 rebounds, and while shooting 41.2% from the field and 40% from three-point range.</p><p>Despite his injury history, Ball’s defensive instincts and playmaking abilities may still attract interest from teams seeking a complementary guard. However, his $21.3 million salary this season and $21.4 million for the next remain potential obstacles.</p><p>The Bulls’ front office, led by Artūras Karnišovas, appears focused on maximizing the value of its trade assets, with reports suggesting that nearly every player on the roster is available for the right price.</p><p>“Arturas is trying to drive up attention for all of his guys — he’s smart,” a league source told Fischer. “The fact they were willing to move DeMar and [Alex] Caruso [this past offseason], they’re willing to move anybody [now].”</p><h2><b>Bulls face pivotal decisions ahead of February trade deadline</b></h2><figure><img src="https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Lonzo-Ball-2-brings-the-ball-up-court-against-the-Oklahoma-City-Thunder.jpg"><figcaption>© Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images</figcaption></figure><p>The decision to signal widespread availability, including key players like LaVine, Vucevic, and Ball, underscores Chicago’s urgency to recalibrate its roster. This approach could lead to a major overhaul by the February 6 trade deadline, depending on market interest and negotiations.</p><p>As the Bulls weigh their options, the futures of LaVine, Vucevic, and Ball will be pivotal in determining the direction of the franchise. While LaVine’s contract and injury history may complicate trade scenarios, Vucevic’s steady production and Ball’s upside — despite his injury concerns — offer intriguing possibilities for potential suitors. Whether the Bulls choose to fully embrace a rebuild or simply retool their roster, their activity leading up to the trade deadline will be closely watched.</p><figure class="op-tracker"></figure></article>    </body></html>

NBA rumors: Lonzo Ball joins Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic on Bulls’ trade block

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