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Zach LaVine is staying in Chicago.

Zach LaVine is staying with the Chicago Bulls.

Zach LaVine will remain a Bull after inking a five-year $215.2 million deal to return to Chicago.

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NBA Free Agency opens on June 30 at 6 p.m., and there will be many good players available for teams to begin negotiations.

The Chicago Bulls remain hopeful All-Star guard Zach LaVine will choose to re-sign with them rather than join another team as an unrestricted free agent.

The defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks recovered from a bumpy beginning and rediscovered their championship form in plenty of time to dispose of the Chicago Bulls in their opening-round series.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 33 points and nine rebounds and the defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks routed the Chicago Bulls 116-100 on Wednesday night to finish off the first-round series in five games.

The Chicago Bulls won’t have guards Zach LaVine and Alex Caruso available when they try to keep their season alive in Game 5 of a first-round playoff series with the Milwaukee Bucks.

Facing elimination in their playoff series, the Chicago Bulls were dealt another blow when Zach LaVine entered health and safety protocols.

Grayson Allen set playoff career highs with 27 points and six 3-pointers, Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 17 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 119-95 to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round series.

Grayson Allen made five 3-pointers and scored 22 points and the Milwaukee Bucks dominated the Chicago Bulls 111-81 on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round playoff series without the injured Khris Middleton.

The road back to the NBA Finals has become bumpy for the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks.

DeMar DeRozan scored 41 points for his career playoff high and the Chicago Bulls outlasted the Milwaukee Bucks 114-110 on Wednesday to tie their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at a game apiece.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 27 points and 16 rebounds and the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks recovered after blowing a 16-point lead to beat the Chicago Bulls 93-86 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Sunday.

Brook Lopez scored a season-high 28 points and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame a rather quiet performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo to clinch their fourth straight Central Division championship with a 127-106 victory over the Chicago Bulls.

DeMar DeRozan scored a season-high 50 points and the Chicago Bulls rallied to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 135-130 in overtime.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 25 points and 17 rebounds in his return to action and the Milwaukee Bucks rolled to a 126-98 victory over the Chicago Bulls.

Devin Booker scored 28 points and the Phoenix Suns moved closer to wrapping up the NBA’s best regular-season record, routing the Chicago Bulls 129-102 on Friday night.

At least they were up until Wednesday night when the Chicago Bulls snapped their three-game win streak. The Pistons looked to avoid a season sweep by the Bulls and extend their win streak to four games. But the Bulls had other ideas and handed the Pistons a 114-108 loss. The Pistons led through the first three quarters of Wednesday night’s action, outscoring the Bulls 91-84. The Pistons sent the Bulls to the line 35 times, with DeRozan and LaVine capitalizing on the physical play the most.

Gabe Vincent and Tyler Herro each scored 20 points, and the Miami Heat improved their standing atop the Eastern Conference by topping the Chicago Bulls 112-99.

Ja Morant scored a franchise-record 46 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies hung on to beat DeMar DeRozan and the Chicago Bulls 116-110.

DeMar DeRozan scored 37 points while extending an NBA-record streak, and the Eastern Conference-leading Chicago Bulls squeezed by the Atlanta Hawks 112-108.

Steph Curry put on a jaw-dropping 3-point display in the third quarter of the NBA All-Star Game with seven 3-pointers.

Karl-Anthony Towns gave big men everywhere something to shoot for.

One of the highlights of the NBA’s All-Star Weekend, outside of the fun-filled game, is the individual talent showcased by the games best shooters, as well as the most exciting dunkers in the game. Watch the NBA All-Star Weekend on DirecTV StreamSTATE FARM ALL-STAR SATURDAY NIGHTWHEN: Monday, February 19TIME: 8 p.m. ETWHERE: Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse (Cleveland, Ohio)CHANNEL: TNTSTREAM: DirecTV StreamMTN DEW 3-POINT CONTESTIn the event that shows which player has the best, and most consistent range, the 3-Point Contest has always been an exciting event. He will try, once again to become the first player to win both the 3-Point Contest, as well as the Slam Dunk Contest, after LaVine won back-to-back titles in 2015 and 2016. Here are the participantsCole Anthony (Orlando Magic)Juan Toscano-Anderson (Golden State Warriors)Obi Toppin (New York Knicks)Jalen Green (Houston Rockets)Watch the NBA All-Star Weekend on DirecTV Stream

With the slam dunk contest leaving a little bit to be desired these days, the 3-point contest has become the marquee attraction on Saturday night during NBA all-star weekend. Let’s take a look at the 3-point contest betting odds and discuss some of the best bets to be made. The Wichita State product is a 3-point contest rookie, but that shouldn’t be too much cause for concern. Young might win a distance shooting contest, but he probably lacks the consistency from 3-point range to beat seven other contestants in this field. This is McCollum’s third appearance in the 3-point contest, so he knows the drill.

The NBA’s All-Star weekend is about fashion and fun, Saturday night slams and celebrating the very best in the game today.

DeMar DeRozan scored 38 points and broke an NBA record set by Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Sacramento Kings 125-118 on Wednesday night. DeRozan, who made 16 of 27 field goals, became the first player in NBA history to score 35 or more points and shoot 50% or better in seven consecutive games. Chamberlain did it in six straight twice — during the 1960-61 and 1962-63 seasons.

Kevin Durant wanted no part of James Harden on the day their partnership in Brooklyn ended.

Giannis Antetokounmpo will team up with two of his brothers to compete in a revamped Skills Challenge during the NBA’s All-Star Saturday night.

Devin Booker scored 38 points, and the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns hung on to beat the Chicago Bulls 127-124.

Joel Embiid dominated with 40 points and 10 rebounds and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame DeMar DeRozan’s season-high, 45-point game for Chicago to beat the Bulls 119-108 on Sunday.

Devin Booker and Chris Paul were chosen as reserves for the NBA All-Star Game, giving the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns two selections.

The Chicago Bulls say guard Lonzo Ball will have arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and is expected to be out six to eight weeks.

Andrew Wiggins scored 21 points, Stephen Curry added 19 and the Golden State Warriors rolled to their most lopsided win of the season, dominating the Chicago Bulls 138-96.

Instead of taking a big shot, James Harden wants to deliver one — right into Kyrie Irving’s arm.

Kevin Durant scored 27 points, James Harden added 25 points and season-high 16 assists, and the Brooklyn Nets rolled to an easy win over Chicago, beating the Bulls 138-112 in a matchup between the Eastern Conference’s top two teams.

DeRozan is just ahead of LaVine, averaging 26.5 points-per-game. Watch the NBA on FuboTV (Free trial)Brooklyn has not had the best start to the New Year. These two teams met in the middle of Decmeber, with the Bulls coming away with a 111-107 victory in Brooklyn. What: NBA BasketballWho: Brooklyn Nets (25-14) vs. Chicago Bulls (26-11)When: Wednesday, January 12Time: 10:00 p.m. ETWhere: United Center (Chicago, Ill.)Channel: ESPNStream: FuboTV (Free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the NBA standings and results on NBA.com

Zach LaVine scored 27 points, Coby White added 21 and the Chicago Bulls won their ninth straight game, beating the Washington Wizards 130-122.

DeMar DeRozan scored 38 points after missing two weeks in the NBA’s health and safety protocols to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 115-110 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Russell Westbrook had a short stay in the NBA’s health and safety protocols.

The NBA has postponed the Chicago Bulls’ next two games, with 10 of the team’s players in the league’s health and safety protocols.

The NBA postponed the next two games for the Chicago Bulls due the team’s COVID-19 outbreak, which placed 10 players in the league’s health and safety protocols in a two-week period.

Bulls star Zach LaVine and backup forward Troy Brown Jr. have entered the NBA’s health and safety protocols, giving Chicago nine players on the list.

DeMar DeRozan scored a season-high 38 points and Zach LaVine added 26 in the Chicago Bulls’ 121-103 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Stephen Curry scored 40 points with nine 3-pointers as his old college coach from Davidson cheered him on, Draymond Green delivered another all-around effort, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Chicago Bulls 119-93 for their seventh straight win.

Kemba Walker scored 21 points, RJ Barrett added 20 and the New York Knicks hung on to hand the Chicago Bulls their first loss of the season 104-103.

The Detroit Pistons got into a rhythm early in their matchup against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Saturday night. It didn’t last long, though, as the Bulls quickly reset after an early timeout and eventually beat the Pistons 97-82. LaVine carved the Pistons up for 34 points two nights ago and Detroit looked to slow him down heading into the game. LaVine ended the night with 14 points on 6-of-18 shooting. With the Pistons limiting LaVine, Bulls wing DeMar DeRozan made Detroit pay with 21points on 7-of-18shooting.

Zach LaVine scored 15 of his 34 points in the third quarter, leading the Chicago Bulls to a 94-88 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night in the opener for both teams.

Zach LaVine can still score in bunches when needed.

DETROIT -- The Detroit Pistons kicked off their 2021-22 season with a pretty strong and energetic start. But the offensive power of Zach LaVine and the Chicago Bulls (1-0) spoiled what started as a solid opening night. LaVine carved the Pistons (0-1) up for 15 points in the third quarter Wednesday to hand Detroit a 94-90 loss at Little Caesars Arena.. LaVine ended the night with 34 points to follow up a strong preseason. He had a “quiet” third quarter as the Pistons turned their focus to slowing down LaVine and the Bulls. Chicago averaged 118 points in the preseason and Detroit kept the Bulls under 100.

The Brooklyn Nets look like such a title favorite that James Harden felt the need for a reminder they aren’t a title team.

DeMar DeRozan sees big potential for the Chicago Bulls.

U.S. guard Zach LaVine says if the Americans do what they are supposed to, he doesn't think anyone can beat them.

Jrue Holiday has already had gold in his grasp.

Kevin Durant was the leading scorer for Brooklyn this past season.

The U.S. men’s basketball team is finally together.

The rules are different.

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Zach LaVine has been placed under USA Basketball's health & safety protocols.

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Just like that, the Bulls have another All-Star to go with Zach LaVine. They brought in center Nikola Vucevic from the Orlando Magic ahead of the NBA trade deadline Thursday — a busy day that saw them acquire five players while sending four to other teams. Among those leaving Chicago: Wendell Carter Jr. and Otto Porter Jr.

Zach LaVine scored 37 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the Detroit Pistons 105-102 Wednesday night on short notice. The Bulls and Pistons were then scheduled to play each other, instead. Bulls coach Billy Donovan benched his young players at the start of the second half but they came through with big shots late. TIP-INSPistons: Detroit scored 11 points off 13 Chicago turnovers … F Sekou Doumbouya missed his third straight game with a concussion. Bulls: Thad Young added nine points and 10 rebounds off the bench … Otto Porter Jr. missed his eighth straight game with recurring back spasms.

CHICAGO (AP) — Zach LaVine scored 37 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the Detroit Pistons 105-102 Wednesday night on short notice. The Bulls were scheduled to visit Charlotte, with the Pistons at Dallas. The Bulls and Pistons were then scheduled to play each other, instead. He scored 15 points in the third quarter to help Chicago come back from a 25-point, second-quarter deficit. TIP-INSPistons: Detroit scored 11 points off 13 Chicago turnovers … F Sekou Doumbouya missedhis third straight game with a concussion.