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Lonzo Ball News
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Lonzo Ball
CLE • Guard • #2
6 days ago
Lonzo Ball (knee) has been ruled out against the Wizards on Friday.
Ball will miss Friday’s game, which is the first leg of a back-to-back, meaning he should be back to play on Saturday against the Bulls. Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill should take on extra reserve minutes with Ball unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CLE • Guard • #2
12 days ago
Lonzo Ball, Jaylon Tyson, De’Andre Hunter, Dean Wade and Evan Mobley will start Friday’s game against the Raptors.
Already without Darius Garland (toe), the Cavaliers will not have Donovan Mitchell (hamstring) or Jarrett Allen (finger) for Friday’s game. They’ll be replaced in the lineup by Ball, who’s already rostered in 13 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and Wade. Both players are worth considering in deep leagues, with Ball being the priority addition. Also worth a look is Craig Porter Jr., as Ball won’t be asked to take on a starter’s workload.
Source: Serena Winters
Lonzo Ball
CLE • Guard • #2
15 days ago
Lonzo Ball (knee) is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Celtics.
Ball is available after sitting out Monday’s win over the Pistons, Cleveland’s second game in as many days. While he’ll come off the bench, Lonzo should help the Cavaliers account for Sam Merrill’s (hip) absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CLE • Guard • #2
16 days ago
Lonzo Ball (knee) is out for Monday’s game against the Pistons.
Unsurprisingly, Ball will not play in Monday’s game after logging 23 minutes off the bench in Sunday’s win over the Bucks. Craig Porter Jr. should assume the backup point guard responsibilities, boosting his playing time. Also, rookie Tyrese Proctor could re-enter the rotation after picking up a DNP-CD on Sunday. Neither player qualifies as a must-stream option, especially on an 11-game night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CLE • Guard • #2
29 days ago
Lonzo Ball had nine points (3-of-5 FGs, 1-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, three blocks and two three-pointers against the Pistons on Tuesday.
Unfortunately for Ball, he’s going to be on minutes restriction due to his injury history to begin the season. With Darius Garland (toe) possibly unavailable to start the year, Ball is an option to pick up the slack with 20 minutes off the bench at a time. While the minutes restriction undoubtedly caps Ball’s fantasy upside, the Cavaliers’ offense is good enough for him to produce. He showed as much by nearly recording a double-double in 20 minutes against the Pistons on Tuesday. Ball is a late-round flyer at best in fantasy basketball drafts.
Lonzo Ball
CLE • Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Lonzo Ball will be restricted to 20 minutes and not play both games of back-to-backs to begin the season.
Due to Ball’s injury history, Monday’s report that he’ll be under a minutes restriction to begin the season is unsurprising. As for back-to-backs, Cleveland will play its first on October 26-27, the team’s third and fourth games of the regular season. Ball, acquired from the Bulls in late June, has dealt with knee issues and injured his wrist late last season. With Darius Garland (toe) not a lock to be available to start the regular season, some pinpointed Ball as a potential late-round option as he helps fill the void. However, the minutes limit lowers his fantasy ceiling in the short term. Look for Craig Porter Jr. to be in the mix for rotation minutes early on if Garland cannot play.
Source: Cleveland.com
Lonzo Ball
CLE • Guard • #2
5 months ago
ESPN’s Shams Charania reports Lonzo Ball has been traded to the Cavaliers in a deal that will send Isaac Okoro to the Bulls.
Injuries have limited Lonzo in recent seasons, but he’s still an impactful player when he’s on the floor. Now, he’ll be a strong reserve playmaking option behind Darius Garland. Ball’s addition likely means that Ty Jerome will sign elsewhere in free agency after being one of the best bench options in the league last season. Ball’s departure should also open up minutes for Ayo Dosunmu off the bench as the primary reserve in the backcourt. Reports from April indicated that Ball should be ready to go for training camp after missing the final two months of last season with a wrist injury.
Source: Shams Charania
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) said he won’t need surgery.
Ball said he is excited for his “first normal offseason in awhile.” He has been plagued by numerous injuries but was able to play 35 games during the 2024-25 season after not playing at all during the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons. Ball was sidelined for all of March and April, but since he won’t require any procedure during the offseason, he should be ready to go for training camp.
Source: K.C. Johnson
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Bulls coach Billy Donovan said Wednesday that Lonzo Ball (wrist) could be available for the first round of the playoffs if Chicago advances out of the play-in tournament.
Chicago would have to win two play-in tournament games to reach the postseason, beginning with Wednesday’s matchup with the Heat. Ball has not appeared in a game since February 28, and the Bulls have been without two rotation point guards, Tre Jones being the other, since March 20. Kevin Huerter has been the third starter on the perimeter for the Bulls, with Josh Giddey and Coby White being the top playmakers. Given the time Ball has missed, he’s unlikely to play significant minutes if Chicago can advance and face Cleveland in the first round.
Source: Jared Weiss
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Bulls coach Billy Donovan said Wednesday that Lonzo Ball (wrist) could be available for the first round of the playoffs if Chicago advances out of the Play-In tournament.
Chicago would have to win two Play-In tournament games to reach the postseason, beginning with Wednesday’s matchup with the Heat. Ball has not appeared in a game since February 28, and the Bulls have been without two rotation point guards, Tre Jones being the other, since March 20. Kevin Huerter has been the third starter on the perimeter for the Bulls, with Josh Giddey and Coby White being the top playmakers. Given the time Ball has missed, he’s unlikely to play significant minutes if Chicago can advance and face Cleveland in the first round.
Source: Jared Weiss
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) has been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.
Ball hasn’t played since February and is set to miss Chicago’s Wednesday play-in game. Josh Giddey and Coby White will have to continue carrying the Bulls’ backcourt rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Bulls coach Billy Donovan said Lonzo Ball (wrist) is unlikely to be available for the play-in tournament.
Sidelined since February, Ball will resume basketball activities on Monday. However, he’s unlikely to be available for Wednesday’s play-in tournament matchup with the Heat. If Chicago can advance, they will play the Atlanta/Orlando loser on Friday for the eighth seed in the East. Kevin Huerter has started in Ball’s absence and should continue to do so.
Source: K.C. Johnson
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is out for Sunday’s game against the 76ers.
Ball will miss Sunday’s regular season finale and has not appeared in a game since February. The question is whether or not he’ll be available for Chicago’s play-in tournament matchup with Miami. Kevin Huerter will remain the starter, and the change has raised Red Velvet’s fantasy ceiling. However, since the Bulls are locked into the nine-seed, he may not play starters’ minutes on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) has been ruled out against the 76ers on Sunday.
Ball hasn’t played since February, so his absence for the regular season finale doesn’t come as a surprise. It’s unclear if he’ll be able to return for the Play-In Tournament, so we may not see Ball play against until the 2025-26 season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Cavaliers.
Ball last appeared in a game on February 28. Unlike the last two games, when the Bulls initially listed him as questionable, Lonzo is “out” on the injury report for Tuesday. With Coby White ruled out and Josh Giddey questionable, the Bulls could be severely shorthanded regarding on-ball playmakers. Talen Horton-Tucker is the player to watch, as he could figure prominently in the rotation if Giddey does not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Hornets.
Ball hasn’t played since the end of February and will remain on the shelf through the first week of April. Josh Giddey and Coby White will continue carrying heavy workloads in Chicago’s backcourt.
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is questionable to play against the Hornets on Sunday.
This is the second-straight game that Ball will initially be listed as questionable. Though he missed Friday’s game against Portland, there is certainly a chance that he is back to play against Charlotte. In that scenario, Kevin Huerter and Talen Horton-Tucker would likely lose out on minutes, with Huerter potentially being pushed back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is out for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.
According to Bulls coach Billy Donovan, there are still some things that Ball cannot do because of his wrist injury. While hope remains that he’ll return soon, that will not happen on Friday. Kevin Huerter will continue to start until that changes, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Cody Westerlund
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
7 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is questionable to play against the Trail Blazers on Friday.
Ball hasn’t played since February, but there is a chance that he suits up against Portland. Due to the lengthy layoff, Ball’s role will likely be limited, which means he may not return to the starting unit in his first game back. Kevin Huerter and Talen Horton-Tucker may lose out on a few minutes if Ball returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) and Dalen Terry (calf) are out for Tuesday’s game against the Raptors.
Ball and Terry have been downgraded to out, which means the Bulls will once again lack perimeter options. Kevin Huerter is available and should play plenty against the Raptors. The good news for Ball is there’s optimism he’ll be able to play against the Trail Blazers on Friday. How his wrist responds to Wednesday and Thursday practices will determine whether he can play.
Source: K.C. Johnson
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is doubtful for Tuesday’s matchup with Toronto, and Jevon Carter (shoulder) is questionable.
Nearly all of Chicago’s backcourt is banged up, out, or expected to sit out Tuesday. Coby White figures to see monster minutes and usage, while Talen Horton-Tucker could see a big spike in playing time depending on the absences.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is out for Saturday’s game against the Mavericks.
Ball continues to miss games with a wrist injury that’s kept him out since February 28. While the 27-year-old point guard is out again, he could return soon. Kevin Huerter figures to continue to see an increased role in his absence.
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is out for Thursday’s game against the Lakers.
Ball was initially listed as questionable, which shows he at least had a chance of returning from a wrist injury that’s kept him out since February 28. Ultimately, the 27-year-old point guard will sit out again, but his return isn’t far off. Ball’s eventual return will cut into Kevin Huerter’s playing time.
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is questionable for Thursday’s game against the Lakers.
Ball has not played since February 28, but that may change as soon as Thursday night. His absence opened up a place in the starting lineup for Tre Jones, who was recently sidelined by a sprained foot. Kevin Huerter has moved into the starting five, and his playing time will likely decrease if Ball returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is out for Saturday’s game against the Rockets.
Ball will miss a seventh straight game with a sprained right wrist. With Josh Giddey (ankle) doubtful to play, Tre Jones will continue to take on a more prominent role as a starter. He should be streamed while Ball and Giddey are unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) has been downgraded to out against the Nets on Thursday.
As expected, Ball will remain sidelined for a sixth-straight game. Tre Jones should remain in the starting unit, and he has played well as a starter over Chicago’s last four games, averaging 13 points, 5.3 rebounds and six assists during this stretch.
Source: Drew Stevens
Lonzo Ball
CHI • Guard • #2
8 months ago
Lonzo Ball (wrist) is doubtful for Saturday’s game against the Heat.
Ball appears likely to miss a fourth straight game with a sprained right wrist. Tre Jones should remain in the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. Jones is worth streaming in deep leagues until the Bulls clear Ball to return.
Source: NBA Injury Report