The Chicago Bulls and point guard Lonzo Ball agreed to a two-year contract extension on Wednesday, rewarding the 27-year-old after he battled back from injuries that caused him to miss two seasons. Ball is averaging 7.

Trade rumors surrounding Lonzo Ball have been present all season long, and as we approach the NBA trade deadline, they have been getting louder. Well, the Chicago Bulls decided to go in the opposite direction on Wednesday as they are signing him to a two-year contract extension. Ball is staying put in the Windy City.

Lonzo Ball isn’t going anywhere. The Chicago Bulls are finalizing a two-year, $20 million extension with the point guard, a league source confirmed late Wednesday. ESPN was first to report the deal. The decision to stay in Chicago comes amid a comeback season for Ball,