The Chicago Bulls' fading playoff hopes have taken another blow as All-Star Zach LaVine is set to miss some time.
LaVine is in the NBA's health and safety protocol amid the coronavirus pandemic, the team confirmed on Thursday.
He will miss at least Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
The Bulls had been scheduled to practice on Thursday, but it was called off because of health and safety protocols, a team spokesperson told reporters.
Zach LaVine is undergoing NBA health and safety protocols and will miss tomorrow’s game against Memphis.
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) April 15, 2021
Entering Thursday's action, the Bulls (22-32) were in 10th place in the Eastern Conference, holding a one-game lead over the Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards for the final spot in the play-in tournament.
LaVine is averaging a career-best 27.5 points per game. He scored 30 points and added seven assists in a loss to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.
Chicago have dropped four games in a row and 12 of their last 16.
