Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is set to return to the lineup after a foot injury that has kept him out of action since November 28. As the Bulls have grappled with the absence of key players such as LaVine, Nikola Vucevic, and Lonzo Ball, trade rumors have surfaced, with the Lakers and Warriors among the interested parties. Despite the challenges, the Bulls have shown resilience, notably in LaVine's absence. LaVine and Vucevic are both on track to play against the Charlotte Hornets, albeit with a minutes restriction of 25-30 minutes. In his return game, LaVine scored 15 points, helping the Bulls secure a 104-91 victory over the Hornets.
Bulls list Zach LaVine, Alex Caruso and Patrick Williams probable vs. Rockets. Nikola Vucevic is off the injury report.
Bulls open to Zach LaVine trade, nix full rebuild; Lonzo Ball’s fate uncertain #ChicagoBulls #LonzoBall #ZachLaVine https://t.co/vTZysVc3aQ
Bulls beat Hornets in overtime as Zach LaVine comes off the bench #CharlotteHornets #ChicagoBulls https://t.co/AvwYKUtDNA
Terry Rozier poured in 39 PTS as the Hornets fell to the Bulls in overtime! https://t.co/BJHO3mRRnt
Bulls win in OT! 🚨 BEEP BEEP! https://t.co/gbBMFCoe1q
BULLS WIN 🏀 The Chicago Bulls beat the Charlotte Hornets on the road 119-112. More: https://t.co/6JzOxTMlOi https://t.co/qWyGsux5Bv
Bulls 119, Hornets 112 (OT) White 27 pts, 6 rebs, 5 assists Vucevic 21 pts, 10 rebs, 4 assists Drummond 21 pts, 15 rebs DeRozan 18 pts, 7 rebs, 7 assists, 3 steals LaVine 9 pts, 5 assists, 35 minutes (good D, including strong contest on final shot in regulation) Rozier 39 pts
LaVine and Vucevic start OT. Minutes restrictions be damned?
Too much DeRozan isolation down stretch. Bulls don't have a FG over 3:39. Hornets with a chance to win here.
Vucevic, meanwhile, is feasting on injury-riddled Hornets. Bulls are doing decent job recognizing favorable matchups. https://t.co/iaiBGJC7wg
LaVine and Vucevic off bench again. Donovan said after practice yesterday they’d likely have slightly more minutes added to their restrictions tonight https://t.co/q4FFYsvfzs
Bulls list Caruso, Williams, Vucevic available in latest injury report. LaVine remains questionable with shoulder injury.
Bulls downgrade Zach LaVine from probable to questionable, same status as Alex Caruso and Patrick Williams, for Monday vs. Hornets. Nikola Vucevic remains probable.
Zach LaVine returns, vows to help Bulls continue winning. Can he do it? https://t.co/TdMAgxO1aM
Nikola Vučević on Zach LaVine's return: “Zach’s ability to shoot and drive and get out in transition opens up so much for us. It gives us a totally different outlook offensively.” 📰 | @SamSmithHoops game recap:
Bulls secure victory against Hornets in LaVine and Vucevic’s return #CharlotteHornets #ChicagoBulls #CobyWhite https://t.co/gL8Kwr5ynJ
Coby White scores 22 points as the Chicago Bulls beat the Charlotte Hornets 104-91 https://t.co/HJKnjmQ5WQ
Bulls drive past Hornets in Zach LaVine's return https://t.co/gjIIVbeHGv https://t.co/s6kKqrWOR5
Zach LaVine is confident he can fit into what the Bulls have been doing over the last month. Friday marked one positive step in that direction. For @NBCSChicago: https://t.co/CpyOitJX9u
Zach LaVine on his conditioning in his return from a 17-game absence tonight against Charlotte and whether he can be as effective making quick decisions and relying on less usage. https://t.co/TXVmWGcQ9X
Zach LaVine isn't short of suitors. 👀 Which team should make a move for him? 🤔 https://t.co/9qCKniuEG3
Zach LaVine said he felt fine physically and just needs to develop his game shape. Said his initial focus was on defensive end and passing.
BULLS WIN 🏀 Coby White's 22 points and 10 rebounds helped the Bulls beat the Charlotte Hornets 104-91. https://t.co/6JzOxTMlOi https://t.co/opwHFtbYlF
Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic returned and the Bulls defeated the Hornets. 10 observations: https://t.co/tfSQes7T8k
Zach LaVine in his first game back: 15 points on 6 of 11 shooting, 4 rebounds and 4 assists in 30 minutes off the bench Bulls win over Hornets 104-91
Bulls 104, Hornets 91 White 22 pts, 10 rebs, 6 assists DeRozan 17 pts, 6 assists LaVine 15 pts, 4 assists Dosunmu 12 pts, 5 rebs, 4 assists Vucevic 11 pts, 8 rebs, 3 assists Bulls 54.1% FG, 29 assists, 25 fast-break points
Welcome back Zach LaVine 💪 https://t.co/xSJGKLt9L8 https://t.co/M74e2obqf9
Bulls 47, Hornets 41 at half White 11 pts LaVine 9 pts, 2 rebs, 1 assist Vucevic 2 pts, 4 rebs, 2 assists
LaVine looks like he's almost overcompensating offensively to try to fit in. Has passed up some shot opportunities to try to move the ball. He's 1-3 with 1 assist in 13 minutes.
Zach LaVine checks in with 6:49 left for his first action since Nov. 28.
Bulls' Zach LaVine returns to lineup Friday on minutes watch https://t.co/5xtuwiAWZt https://t.co/jAq4EHtVye
Zach LaVine is back. And after nearly six weeks off the court, the star guard returns to the court to face a litany of questions surrounding his future with the Chicago Bulls. https://t.co/XR0rGohH7U
LaVine and Vucevic set to return from injuries when Bulls host Hornets https://t.co/We7lF96KVw
Warriors interested in Bulls’ Zach LaVine? https://t.co/nzB8l0OjpG https://t.co/dN5JEXgmq8
Zach LaVine: “I feel good” #ZachLaVine https://t.co/Cg2EuZoduH
After extended absences, Bulls' Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic will return to the lineup against the Charlotte Hornets. https://t.co/Gk2N9n892a
Zach LaVine returns after absence since Nov. 28 #ZachLaVine https://t.co/Kuk1ctBnU9
Zach LaVine Returns For First Game Since Nov. 28 https://t.co/MkJd6vktR1
Report: Lakers and other interested teams hesitant to take on Zach LaVine’s contract https://t.co/1KFQlFupx1
Zach LaVine to make return to Bulls amid trade rumors https://t.co/nzB8l0OjpG
Bulls guard Zach LaVine will return to action tonight, on a minutes restriction, against the Hornets.
The Bulls are closer to full strength with Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević returning. Both will come off bench on minutes restrictions Friday Both players spoke about returning to the spotlight, which, in LaVine's case, will be bright For @NBCSChicago: https://t.co/6IdXwrjuZe
Zach LaVine will return tonight vs. the Hornets. LaVine will be on a minutes restriction and come off the bench for the Bulls. https://t.co/UoVgXrcGQH
Zach LaVine injury update: Bulls star to return Friday vs. Hornets after missing more than a month https://t.co/aRn4gCjmhD
Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic returning vs. Hornets, both coming off bench. 👀 https://t.co/jiJ2nESeZC https://t.co/OxVfLecjYT
🚨 Zach LaVine will make his return tonight 🚨 https://t.co/IqgWk9uwmX
Zach LaVine said he feels good and will return to the Bulls’ lineup tonight after a 17-game absence. He will be on a minute restriction. https://t.co/lonsLIZY1z
Zach LaVine will make his return to the floor tonight against Charlotte. He told media that he, like Vooch, will also come off the bench and be on a minutes restriction. https://t.co/TmJmwR9Ek3
Lavine says he will also start on a minutes restriction and come off the bench tonight https://t.co/OCxKUk3VQB
LaVine also on a minutes restriction and will come off bench. 25-30 Minutes. https://t.co/P36xslH2Dq
Zach LaVine will play Friday, per LaVine.
Nikola Vucevic will make his return to the floor tonight against Charlotte. He told media he will come off the bench and be on a minutes restriction tonight. https://t.co/sopifT1Y3O
Nikola Vucevic will make his return to the floor tonight against Charlotte. He told media he will come off the bench and be on a minute’s restriction tonight. https://t.co/UkKD0AKc6u
Roster Update: We have recalled Zach LaVine from the Windy City Bulls (practice). https://t.co/jPa6fwTBAc
Bulls list Zach LaVine (foot) as questionable for Friday’s game against the Hornets
The Bulls aren't better without Zach LaVine. They played better without the version of LaVine who began this season. Here's how LaVine can help the Bulls as he works to regain his form, a process expected to begin Friday. For @NBCSChicago: https://t.co/BPXjVOUCpm
The Bulls officially list Zach LaVine questionable vs. Hornets, but he's on track to play. Nikola Vucevic also listed as questionable. Patrick Williams is probable.
Zach LaVine is working back from a foot injury that has sidelined the Bulls star for more than a month as trade rumors swirl around his potential exit from Chicago. https://t.co/fgsRMnEzJP
When will Zach LaVine return and what does his future look like with the Bulls? On a new Bulls Talk Podcast, @KCJHoop, @Jason1Goff and @Kevin_NBCS discuss the latest rumors surrounding LaVine's future in Chicago Full Episode 🎧: https://t.co/ar2U10RIdO https://t.co/NDUSK8kXDe
Sounds like a team in desperate need of Zach LaVine. https://t.co/4PUfNk2Cxl
Zach LaVine, come on down! https://t.co/SD5vUfnGJX
Bulls have played well without Zach LaVine but this is second straight night and one of several recent games (Cavaliers home loss also comes to mind) where they desperately need more offense and shotmaking. Vucevic's absence also hurting them offensively.
There is a “possibility” Zach LaVine can return to action on Friday vs. the Hornets, per @TimBontemps. LaVine has been out since November 30th due to a foot injury. https://t.co/hgAYY9o83q
REPORT: The Lakers are “interested in Zach LaVine and his availability” ahead of the trade deadline, per @JeffZillgitt. https://t.co/v0u9GUEkMf
Bulls, of course, already without Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic and Torrey Craig, plus season-long absence of Lonzo Ball. https://t.co/i0f9CRIQ4d
Zach LaVine might return soon for the Bulls: https://t.co/BqIBpNGCWs