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Chicago Bulls’ Zach LaVine to see specialist for ailing left knee

Chicago Bulls' Zach LaVine to see specialist for ailing left knee

Chicago Bulls All-Star guard Zach LaVine is traveling to Los Angeles to get further evaluation on his left knee, but still hopes to participate in next Sunday’s All-Star Game, sources told ESPN.

LaVine has been experiencing discomfort in the knee for several weeks, and although a January MRI showed no structural damage, there’s certainly a level of concern within the organization, sources said.

LaVine was chosen to his second All-Star Game this season, averaging 24.6 points, 4.9 rebounds and 4.5 assists. LaVine and fellow All-Star DeMar DeRozan have been the league’s highest scoring partnership this season, averaging 52.3 points, according to ESPN’s Stats and Information.

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LaVine appeared to struggle through Friday’s victory over Minnesota, shooting 5 of 14 and noticeably wincing on the floor. LaVine sat out Saturday’s victory over Oklahoma City on a back-to-back and consecutive games last week against Indiana and Philadelphia. He will miss games on Monday and Wednesday ahead…

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