The Chicago Bulls are finalizing a two-year, $20 million extension with point guard Lonzo Ball, a league source confirmed late Wednesday.

Several trade suitors emerged for Lonzo Ball in recent days, but he and the Bulls have now reached a deal that keeps him in Chicago through 2026-27. After a two years away from the game, Ball has made a successful, productive return this season. https://t.co/XLtAGV2OVV Ball will remain with the Bulls on a new two-year, $20 million trade.

Chicago guard Lonzo Ball was not a participant in Monday’s practice. According to reports, Ball is dealing with an illness, putting his Tuesday night status against the Pistons in jeopardy. It’s unclear if Ball will be a part of the matchups at all.

Trade rumors surrounding Lonzo Ball have been present all season long, and as we approach the NBA trade deadline, they have been getting louder. Well, the Chicago Bulls decided to go in the opposite direction on Wednesday as they are signing him to a two-year contract extension. Ball is staying put in the Windy City.

The Chicago Bulls and point guard Lonzo Ball agreed to a two-year contract extension on Wednesday, rewarding the 27-year-old after he battled back from injuries that caused him to miss two seasons.

Will Bulls guard Lonzo Ball play against the Warriors on Saturday night? Ball is currently listed as questionable.

The Chicago Bulls were a team that heading towards the trade deadline period, was expected to be extremely active in offloading veterans as well as other players they didn't see in the franchise's future.

The Chicago Bulls made it clear that they are beginning a rebuild at this year’s trade deadline. They traded away