Zach LaVine’s Key Injury Update Ahead of Nets Gam
By Evan Dammarell
The Chicago Bulls are preparing to face the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night. Both Zach LaVine and Jalen Smith appear on the injury report, with each player listed as questionable. LaVine is managing a sprained AC joint, while Smith is dealing with knee fluid buildup, causing swelling. Here’s the latest on LaVine’s condition and his availability for tonight’s game against the Nets.
LaVine’s Status for Nets Game Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) dribbles during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.
Since LaVine is listed as questionable, it seems likely that his status will be a game-time decision. The two-time All-Star suffered the injury during the Bulls’ 102-99 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday but managed to finish the game. LaVine scored a season-low 11 points against Orlando, shooting 2-9 and making just one of his four three-point attempts. Despite the struggles, he contributed with ten rebounds and three assists.
Although LaVine’s performance was inconsistent against the Magic, he has started the 2024-25 season strongly. He’s averaged 23.0 points and 6.4 rebounds in five games, shooting 51.3 percent from the field and 43.6 percent from three.
Trade Rumors and Team Role LaVine’s name has circulated in trade rumors, with links to multiple teams over the offseason. However, he remains with the Bulls, helping lead them to a 3-2 start. Chicago’s solid defensive play, with the league’s seventh-best defensive rating, has also contributed to their early success.
With LaVine’s availability uncertain, the Bulls will look to secure their third consecutive win on Friday. However, LaVine’s injury remains a concern for Chicago. He missed much of last season due to injury and eventually required foot surgery. Additionally, the team has been grappling with injury issues affecting another key player.
Chicago guard Lonzo Ball continues to battle injuries. In 2021, Ball signed a four-year, $80 million contract with the Bulls but has appeared in only 38 games due to chronic knee problems. Now, Ball is sidelined again with a right wrist sprain, keeping him out for at leastZach LaVine’s Key Injury Update Ahead of Nets Game
By Evan Dammarell
The Chicago Bulls are preparing to face the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night. Both Zach LaVine and Jalen Smith appear on the injury report, with each player listed as questionable. LaVine is managing a sprained AC joint, while Smith is dealing with knee fluid buildup, causing swelling. Here’s the latest on LaVine’s condition and his availability for tonight’s game against the Nets.
LaVine’s Status for Nets Game Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) dribbles during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.
Image Credit: Petre Thomas – Imagn Images
Since LaVine is listed as questionable, it seems likely that his status will be a game-time decision. The two-time All-Star suffered the injury during the Bulls’ 102-99 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday but managed to finish the game. LaVine scored a season-low 11 points against Orlando, shooting 2-9 and making just one of his four three-point attempts. Despite the struggles, he contributed with ten rebounds and three assists.
Although LaVine’s performance was inconsistent against the Magic, he has started the 2024-25 season strongly. He’s averaged 23.0 points and 6.4 rebounds in five games, shooting 51.3 percent from the field and 43.6 percent from three.
Trade Rumors and Team Role LaVine’s name has circulated in trade rumors, with links to multiple teams over the offseason. However, he remains with the Bulls, helping lead them to a 3-2 start. Chicago’s solid defensive play, with the league’s seventh-best defensive rating, has also contributed to their early success.
With LaVine’s availability uncertain, the Bulls will look to secure their third consecutive win on Friday. However, LaVine’s injury remains a concern for Chicago. He missed much of last season due to injury and eventually required foot surgery. Additionally, the team has been grappling with injury issues affecting another key player.
Chicago guard Lonzo Ball continues to battle injuries. In 2021, Ball signed a four-year, $80 million contract with the Bulls but has appeared in only 38 games due to chronic knee problems. Now, Ball is sidelined again with a right wrist sprain, keeping him out for at least ten days. With LaVine dealing with a shoulder issue and Ball unavailable, someone on the Bulls’ roster will need to step up to help Chicago succeed on the road.
Evan Dammarell is an award-winning sports journalist covering the Cleveland Cavaliers for ClutchPoints. He has also written for Right Down Euclid, Forbes, and SB Nation.
ten days. With LaVine dealing with a shoulder issue and Ball unavailable, someone on the Bulls’ roster will need to step up to help Chicago succeed on the road.
Evan Dammarell is an award-winning sports journalist covering the Cleveland Cavaliers for ClutchPoints. He has also written for Right Down Euclid, Forbes, and SB Nation.