The Chicago Bulls put forth a commendable effort to secure a playoff spot in the 2024-25 NBA season. They finished the season in 10th place with a record of 39-43, allowing them to participate in the play-in tournament. Unfortunately, their pursuit of a championship ended with a 90-109 loss to the Miami Heat. Following their playoff exit, unexpected insights about Lonzo Ball emerged on social media.
After signing a two-year contract extension worth $20 million in February, Lonzo Ball is reportedly expected to be included in trade discussions by the Chicago Bulls. According to Evan Sidery of Forbes, the Bulls have a significant reason for making Lonzo Ball available in these trade talks.
“Ball’s $10 million annual salary, which includes a team option for 2026-27, is easily digestible for contending teams in need of guard depth,” Via Evan Sidery of Forbes.
After signing a two-year, $20 million extension in February, Lonzo Ball is expected to be made available in trade talks by the Bulls.
— Evan Sidery (@esidery) June 3, 2025
Ball’s $10 million annual salary, which includes a team option for 2026-27, is easily digestible for contending teams in need of guard depth. pic.twitter.com/8TwcUpWlDt
Ball played only 35 games this season, averaging 7.6 points, 3.3 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.3 steals.
DeMar DeRozan Looks Back On His Time With Lonzo Ball
Lonzo Ball has faced significant challenges during his tenure with the Chicago Bulls, primarily due to ongoing injuries that have hindered his performance. Throughout his four-year contract, he managed to participate in just 70 games, which highlights the unfortunate impact of his health issues.
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Despite these setbacks, the Bulls and Ball reached an agreement for a two-year contract extension valued at $20 million on February 5, 2025, demonstrating their continued belief in his potential. In a recent episode of the “Run Your Race” podcast, Ball’s former teammate DeMar DeRozan shared insights into their time on the court together.
“When you talk about a piece that’s missing for something… Lonzo was that big piece of the puzzle that put everything together for all of us. He made everything so easy,” DeRozan said.
"When you talk about a piece that's missing for something… Lonzo was that big piece of the puzzle that put everything together for all of us. He made everything so easy."
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) May 29, 2025
DeMar DeRozan on playing with Lonzo Ball 🙌
(via @RunYourRaceTL)pic.twitter.com/7by4NAASiT
Recently, Lonzo Ball has generated significant excitement with his daring proposal. He suggested a potential trade that would send Dylan Harper to the Hornets while moving LaMelo Ball to the Clippers in a blockbuster shake-up.
