In a new trade idea, the Bulls do part with Ball for a former NBA champion. The deal would be between Chicago and the Los Angeles Clippers, sending Ball back to Los Angeles. Using the Spotrac trade machine and abiding by the CBA restrictions in place, here is what a deal could look like:

The Chicago Bulls have almost accomplished the impossible with Lonzo Ball this season. Getting him back on the court was enough of an achievement. Ball has excelled far beyond that milestone, regaining the confidence and creativity that once put him among the top point guards in the NBA.

On Thursday night, the Chicago Bulls played Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center. Despite leading at halftime, they lost by a score of