Good news for Zach LaVine, he's ahead of schedule with foot rehab

Last season was a total nightmare for Zach LaVine. The Chicago Bulls' star guard battled through only 25 games. First, LaVine was sidelined with knee soreness, and then a nasty right foot injury ended his season in mid-January. But here's the silver lining: LaVine's rehab is going faster than expected after what doctors called a non-union Jones fracture. They had to remove a piece of bone from his right foot to speed up his recovery.

The Bulls said it could take four to six months, but here we are at the three-month mark, and LaVine's already eyeing a comeback to the court, which means he can hit the gym for a regular offseason training routine. At 29, LaVine's still got plenty of gas in the tank, and that's got teams interested in him.

He's known for his gravity-defying dunks, but don't sleep on his shooting game. LaVine's been hitting threes at a solid clip, and he's been deadly from midrange too. Plus, he's not just a one-trick pony; he's got moves to finish around the rim too.

Sure, his defense could use some work, but playing for a team with big dreams might just bring out the best in him. And with his contract still good for three more years and a hefty $139 million, any potential trade will likely keep him grounded in his new home.


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