You could be forgiven if you haven't watched much Lonzo Ball lately. He did just miss two full seasons, after all, and even upon his return, the Bulls aren't exactly at the top of anyone's League Pass rankings.

Before this season, Lonzo Ball had missed two years of basketball due to a knee injury. Upon his return, there was genuine skepticism about whether he could return to a high level and re-establish himself as a viable NBA point guard.

Several trade suitors emerged for Lonzo Ball in recent days, but he and the Bulls have now reached a deal that keeps him in Chicago through 2026-27. After a two years away from the game, Ball has made a successful, productive return this season. https://t.co/XLtAGV2OVV Ball will remain with the Bulls on a new two-year, $20 million trade.