Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine has not seen much court action this season and is likely to stay this way.
An ACL tear last year forced LaVine to the sidelines as part of the Minnesota Timberwolves. He made his debut with the Bulls in January and scored 14 points in a win against the Pistons. In 24 games, the two-time slam dunk champion has logged in 16.7 points in 27.3 minutes per game.
It seemed like a good start for LaVine. However, a minor tendinitis in his left knee may very well end his season. As reported by Vincent Goodwill of NBC SportsChicago, the Bulls are re-evaluating LaVine.
Bulls will re-evaluate Zach LaVine in 5-7 days with his knee tendinitis. The plan is to be very careful with the season winding down
— Vincent Goodwill (@VinceGoodwill) March 21, 2018
Per K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune, LaVine said that him sitting out was a collective decision by his camp and the coaching staff:
“I think it might be collective,” LaVine said, chuckling. “I hope it is at least. There are still some games to get in a rhythm before getting into the offseason and working out,” LaVine said. “I always want to hoop.”
“I’ve had parts where I’ve been frustrated and I’ve had parts where I’ve been happy with my play and the team’s play,” LaVine said. “I didn’t have any expectations really coming into it. I was excited to get back on the court. It’s been good overall just from the standpoint of playing and getting my rhythm back, getting with the team.”
Bulls head coach Fred Hoiberg has noticed his struggles but still sees the value and potential of LaVine.
“He has shown a lot to us as far as on the practice floor,” Hoiberg said. “There have been some ups and downs in the games. I don’t think there’s any denying that. But you have to see the overall package with the athleticism and the ability to shoot with range.
“I know he’s looking forward to a summer to hopefully get that rhythm back. And we are as well.”
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