LaVine could return soon after MRI on knee shows no major damage

MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 11: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls dribbles the ball up the court against the Miami Heat during the second half at FTX Arena on December 11, 2021 in Miami, Florida.
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Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine will have his left knee injury re-evaluated early next week after an MRI revealed no significant structural damage, the Bulls announced.

LaVine is experiencing stiffness in his knee, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania. He's not expected to miss significant time.

The All-Star exited Friday's loss to the Golden State Warriors just three minutes into the first quarter and didn't return. He had zero points.

LaVine ranks 11th in the NBA in scoring at 24.9 points per game.

Chicago (27-13) holds a one-game lead over the Miami Heat for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

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