Jermaine O'Neal is back in uniform for the Indiana Pacers in time for the team's home game againt the Bulls, the Associated Press is reporting.

O'Neal missed 24 games with a torn left groin. He began full workouts this week, and had recently been hinting that he might return soon. He averaged 20.9 points and 9.8 rebounds before the injury.

He warmed up and dressed, and entered the game with 6:21 left in the first quarter. He scored on his first shot with 5:58 left in the quarter.