A Different #TheReturn: Zach LaVine Recovery Update

Paul Steeno
Jul 25, 2017 · 1 min read

New Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine offered a glimpse into his rehabilitation escapades with two recent videos on his Instagram account.


It isn’t surprising that most of LaVine’s documented training has revolved around shooting and muscle strengthening considering he’s not even six months removed from the devastating ACL tear he sustained last February.


The former NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion told reporters at the ESPY’s that his recovery timeline was ahead of schedule. Nevertheless, the Chicago Bulls won’t rush their new franchise cornerstone back to game action before he’s fully ready.

LaVine becomes a restricted free agent after this season meaning the Bulls may only have half a season to evaluate him before deciding whether to offer him a long-term contract extension. The success of LaVine’s game is largely predicated on his athleticism making the ACL injury particularly concerning.

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