Why Was Lonzo Ball Icing His Knee? 26YO Provides Update for Bulls vs Cavs After Sensational Comeback

"Something went wrong in terms of these procedures that he has had. I don't think he'll ever be the same based off of what we're seeing and hearing." Stephen A. Smith was quick to rule out the return of Lonzo Ball's on-court prowess last year. After all, the player's condition around August 2023 was far worse than what many NBA players of today experience as part of their on-court injuries. Despite the odds placed against him by Smith and possibly other analysts, however, the point guard recently returned to the NBA court after a big 1006-day gap. While the player may not be out of trouble yet, he is looking to ensure that he does not add any more absentee days to the list.

In the aftermath of the Chicago Bulls-Minnesota Timberwolves preseason matchup, Bulls Insider KC Johnson was able to get a statement from the man of the hour himself. Lonzo Ball was reported to have stated that he will "for sure" be present for the upcoming matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He gave his thanks to his teammates, who were patient and may have seemed to be glad to have the player back. Zach LaVine even reportedly grabbed the game ball and got the Bulls roster to give it to Ball himself. The point guard is taking measures to ensuring that his injury does not make a comeback. As a result, Ball was visibly captured icing his knee to provide relief to the pressure that may have gotten to it during the game.