Who is Lonzo Ball's baby brother? All you need to know about the Bulls star

Chicago Bulls star Lonzo Ball happens to be the oldest of three brothers in the infamous Ball family. While Lonzo was the first to make it to the NBA, he has since been surpassed by his baby brother, LaMelo Ball.

LaMelo Ball was drafted in 2020 as the No. 3 pick by the Charlotte Hornets. Prior to the start of his NBA career, LaMelo was seen as the most talented among the three brothers when it came to basketball.

While Lonzo had already established himself as a top-tier defender and playmaker, LaMelo was by far the more gifted scorer. The two turned Chino Hills into a noteworthy team during their time on the varsity team along with their other brother, LiAngelo Ball.

LaMelo eventually finished high school with Spire Academy and went on to play pro ball in Australia. During this time, he developed into a special kind of playmaker as well as a gifted offensive mind. This eventually boosted his ranking in the draft.

Since entering the NBA, LaMelo and Lonzo Ball have faced off against each other a couple of times. While the similarities in their game are tangible, it is also evident that LaMelo is arguably capable of doing a lot more than his older brother. For this, LaMelo also earned his first All-Star selection in his sophomore season.

After a promising third season with the Charlotte Hornets, the youngest Ball brother earned himself a handsome contract extension. Having shown a lot of potential for growth as a perennial All-Star, Charlotte is certainly banking on their star to lead them to wins.

However, the same cannot be said about Lonzo at this point in time.

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Lonzo Ball may see his NBA career come to an end

Lonzo Ball's term with the Chicago Bulls started in the 2021-22 season. After looking like one of the best defenders in the league, he was handed the keys to what was probably the most high-octane offense in the league as well.

However, after only 35 games, Ball saw himself out of the rotation due to a recurring knee injury. While this was a cause for concern, it has only become more and more evident now.

Lonzo Ball sat out the entirety of the 2022-23 season due to the injury and has missed majoirty of the games in the 2023-24 season as well. However, things have taken a turn for the better and he appears to be making strides in his recovery.

Amid his ongoing recuperation from knee surgery in March, Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is focused on maintaining a positive outlook as his top priority.

"I think that's the first part," he said on the NBC Sports Chicago.

"Making sure your mind is still in it. And then making sure your body follows that. That's what I've been doing, taking it day by day. And just giving myself the best chance possible to come back.

"I would say the main thing that keeps me going is knowing the main goal and that's to get back and play. The more you pout, the worse it's going to be. Stay positive, keep your head down, keep working," he concluded.

The 26-year-old finds it challenging that the Bulls haven't been the same team in his absence. If Lonzo Ball misses next season again, the Bulls might be able to erase his salary, but only if doctors agree his injury is career-ending. This would free up money, but they wouldn't get to use the special allowance they have now for his absence. It's a tricky decision for the team.