The Chicago Bulls have reached
an agreement with point guard Lonzo Ball on a two-year, $20 million
contract extension, as reported by NBA reporters Shams Charania and
Chris Haynes. 

The deal, accordingly, includes
a club/team option for the second year. 

Ball, 27, returned to action
this season after missing over two years due to multiple knee
surgeries. He made his season debut in October but was sidelined
for 15 games due to a sprained right wrist. Since rejoining the
starting lineup in late January, Ball has averaged 9.1 points, 3.7
rebounds, and 2.8 assists over eight consecutive starts. Overall,
he has contributed 7.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 30
games this season. 

This extension comes amid trade
rumors surrounding Ball. Notably, the new contract structure could
either make him a more attractive asset in potential trade
discussions or a nice piece for the rebuilding Bulls squad on a
relatively cheap contract.

Nevertheless, this is a
feel-good moment for Ball after making a successful and productive
return this season after being away from the game for two whole
seasons due to a nagging knee injury.