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Michael Kadlick

Bulls Guard Lonzo Ball Puts Up Strong Performance in First NBA Start in Three Years

Ball returned to the Bulls' starting lineup on Sunday for the first time in nearly three years. | David Banks-Imagn Images

After missing the entirety of the last two seasons due to a lingering knee injury, guard Lonzo Ball was able to successfully work his way back onto the court for the Chicago Bulls this season, making 19 appearances off the bench since late October.

On Sunday afternoon, the 27-year-old reached another major milestone in his recovery—entering the Bulls' starting lineup for the first time in nearly three years. He then took his opportunity and ran with it.

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