The Chicago Bulls faced off against the Sacramento Kings in a close encounter on Sunday. While the Kings picked up the victory, they extended their winning run to 20 games now. However, on the contrary, the Bulls have painted a sorry picture in the season with 18 wins and 21 losses so far. However, this game was also quite important for DeMar DeRozan as he made his return to Chicago. But this time, donning the Kings’ jersey.
During the game, DeRozan and his good friend Lonzo Ball met with each other. At one point, the duo embraced each other in a warm hug. Having suffered from injuries last season, Ball had a forgettable season.
Speaking of his old mate, DeRozan stated, “I know how frustrated he was; just being hurt, having surgery after surgery, rehabbing, things not going right… To see him out there, starting, playing. There’s been many times in the summer where I went over to ZO’s house. Just chilled with him, talked with him, just try to keep his mind on straight. You gotta give that guy a lot of credit. The patience, the hard work that he put into that to be able come out here and play this season and be starting. It says a lot about him.”
DeMar DeRozan and Lonzo Ball before Kings-Bulls tipped off 🫂pic.twitter.com/TtaL56XHpb
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) January 12, 2025
Making his comeback this season, Ball had an impressive outing despite his team’s loss. The former UCLA star dropped 15 points with 3 assists and one rebound. Meanwhile, with strong rumors going on about Ball’s future with the Bulls, a new favorite has emerged.
Lonzo Ball Transfer Rumors Takes A Surprising New Turn
Lonzo Ball has been plagued with injuries significantly. Missing a large chunk of the season last year, things have gotten difficult between him and the Bulls. With a potential trade on the cards, there has been rumors about the New Orleans Pelicans will be the one acquiring him. However, in reality, it is the Los Angeles Lakers who seems to be the favorite to land the promising athlete.
The Lakers are the favorites to land Lonzo Ball in a potential trade, per @BovadaOfficial
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) December 16, 2024
Los Angeles Lakers +550
Orlando Magic +700
Phoenix Suns +800
Brooklyn Nets +1000
Miami Heat +1200
Charlotte Hornets +1400
Atlanta Hawks +1600 pic.twitter.com/y9eBfpeYat
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According to a recent report, Vegas Bookmaker favored the Lakers with an odds of +550, followed by Orlando Magic with +700. Things looking a bit confusing for Ball at the moment. Thus, it remains to be seen how the situation pan out for him in the future.
