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CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #35
24 days ago
Okoro did not play in the Bulls’ final game before the All-Star break, as he was dealing with a sore left knee. His return will likely push Patrick Williams back to the bench. Williams should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
24 days ago
Due to a strained right calf, Smith missed the Bulls’ final three games before the All-Star break. If he’s able to play on Thursday, that would likely mean fewer minutes for Guerschon Yabusele and Nick Richards. However, Smith is likely to be restricted in terms of playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #30
24 days ago
Due to a strained left hamstring, Jones has missed the Bulls’ last 11 games. If he remains out on Thursday, the Bulls will avoid having too much of a logjam to deal with on the perimeter. Jones has been most useful this season when given extended minutes due to an injury to another player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
24 days ago
Giddey has missed Chicago’s last eight games with a strained left hamstring. If he’s able to play on Thursday, the Bulls’ guard will likely be under a minutes restriction. Collin Sexton and Anfernee Simons were the starting guards for Chicago’s last game before the break, and Jaden Ivey has also made starts since joining the Bulls.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Buzelis finished with a complete stat line, and his increased blocked shot production has given his fantasy value a nice boost. Over the past two weeks, the second-year forward has averaged 2.1 rejections per game, which has factored into Buzelis being a third-round player in eight-cat formats. One could argue that the final two months will be a good time for the Bulls to determine if Buzelis can be a focal point moving forward. If they choose to evaluate him through that lens, it should ensure that he plays plenty the rest of the way.
CHI • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
After playing 22 minutes in his first two games as a Bull, Dillingham logged 30 on Wednesday. And he took advantage of the increased opportunity, providing solid value in points, assists and steals. The issue for Dillingham moving forward is that the Bulls have a crowded perimeter rotation. That could make it difficult for him to carve out a significant role for himself. That said, it would probably be in the Bulls’ best interest to ensure Dillingham logs heavy minutes, given his limited playing time in Minnesota before being traded.
CHI • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
There was some confusion about the Bulls’ starting lineup ahead of Wednesday’s game, but ultimately Sexton started. He had a decent night, but not the kind of performance that would change many minds regarding his fantasy value. Jaden Ivey came off the bench against the Celtics, finishing with 10 points, three rebounds, four assists, one block and one three-pointer in 29 minutes. Both players are deep-league options at best moving forward.
BOS • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
Playing against the Bulls for the first time since being traded at the deadline, Vučević recorded his second double-double in three games as a Celtic. While he has been coming off the bench, the playing time has been good enough for Vooch to continue providing solid fantasy value. Neemias Queta (eight points, six rebounds, one assist and one block) remains in the starting lineup, but those who have him rostered will have a decision to make after watching him log 15 minutes on Wednesday.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Not only has the reigning Sixth Man of the Year not taken a step back since returning to the bench, but he’s actually been better than he was as a starter. Pritchard has scored at least 24 points in four of the five games he’s played since the lineup change, with Sunday’s loss to the Knicks being the exception. Over the past two weeks, Pritchard has offered top-50 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Boston plays two games after the All-Star break to finish out Week 17, starting with the Warriors on February 19.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
After scoring 26 points in Sunday’s loss to the Knicks, Brown put up 24 more on Wednesday. It’s been over a month since he last failed to score at least 20, which happened in a January 5 win over Chicago. The Celtics’ star has played at an MVP level throughout this season, more than holding down the fort while Jayson Tatum recovers from a ruptured Achilles tendon. And the door hasn’t been closed on Tatum returning this season, which would raise the Celtics’ championship ceiling.
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta was initially listed as probable, so his availability for Wednesday’s game against the Bulls isn’t a surprise. The 26-year-old center was said to be dealing with a sprained right ankle, though it didn’t cost him to miss any games.
BOS • Forward • #30
about 1 month ago
Hauser was initially listed as probable, so his availability against the Bulls on Wednesday isn’t a surprise. The 28-year-old small forward missed Sunday’s loss to the Knicks with back spasms. His return will likely push Baylor Scheierman back to the bench.
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Okoro was added to the injury report Wednesday morning with left knee soreness. The 25-year-old small forward is questionable for the game against the Celtics. With Josh Giddey, Tre Jones and Jalen Smith all listed as doubtful, the Bulls could be severely shorthanded on Wednesday.
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
While Queta’s sprained right ankle did not result in him missing any games, Hauser sat out Sunday’s loss to the Knicks due to lower back spasms. Both are on track to play Wednesday night, with the latter’s return likely pushing Baylor Scheierman to the bench. On Sunday, Scheierman recorded his first career double-double, which included a career-high 13 rebounds.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Both players are dealing with left hamstring strains, and neither are expected to take the court against Boston. Collin Sexton is the most obvious beneficiary of these absences, and Jaden Ivey will earn some extra run, too.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Smith is still dealing with a right calf strain, and it will keep him out for a third straight contest. Guerschon Yabusele and Nick Richards will fill in at center until Smith returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Making his second appearance as a Bull, Richards once again came off the bench on Monday. And the 2020 second-round pick has taken advantage of his opportunity in Chicago. In two games, Richards has totaled 26 points, 13 rebounds, three steals and three blocks. Guerschon Yabusele (three points, two rebounds, one assist, one steal and one three-pointer in 22 minutes) once again stepped in for the injured Jalen Smith, but deep league managers should not sleep on Richards, especially after the All-Star break.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Buzelis did not have a good night shooting the basketball, but he did provide excellent value in the blocks category. The second-year forward recorded at least three blocks in three of the five games he’s played in February, a nice haul, considering that Buzelis met or exceeded that number four times in December and January combined. Given the guards that Chicago added to the roster at the trade deadline, and Josh Giddey’s potential return, Buzelis will need to up his production in some of the other categories to boost his fantasy value.
CHI • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Sexton hasn’t needed much time to figure out where he can get his shots in Chicago. After putting up 14 in his Bulls’ debut on Saturday, he attempted 18 on Monday. Chicago not having Josh Giddey or Tre Jones due to injury has freed up additional opportunities for the healthy guards, and Sexton can certainly get his points under those circumstances. He isn’t going to offer much value outside of points, but he may be worth streaming in deep leagues on Wednesday if Giddey and Jones remain out.
CHI • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Having scored 15 points in his Bulls’ debut on Saturday, Simons recorded his first 20-point game on Monday. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was a solid night at the office for the guard. However, Simons was also responsible for five turnovers, which takes away some of the luster from that stat line. As long as the Bulls remain without Josh Giddey (hamstring), Simons will continue to have a high usage. The Bulls visit Boston, where Simons began this season, on Wednesday in their final game before the All-Star break.
BOS • Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
Starting for the injured Sam Hauser (back), Scheierman had arguably the best game of his two-year NBA career. The second-year guard recorded his second double-double, finishing with career-highs in rebounds and assists. His fantasy ceiling depends on whether he starts or comes off the bench, but Scheierman will be worth streaming when allowed to approach 30 minutes, as he did against the Knicks.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
White shot the ball well on Sunday, which has not been the norm for him this season. The Celtics guard is shooting 39 percent from the field, but his fantasy value remains excellent due to his production across multiple categories. White did not record any defensive stats on Sunday, but that has not been the norm for him. He’ll look to go into the All-Star break on a high note when the Celtics face the Bulls on Wednesday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown did what he could to get the Celtics back into Sunday’s game, including scoring or assisting on all 15 of the team’s third-quarter points. Unfortunately for him, the other Celtics struggled to join the party, and the result was a 111-89 defeat. Brown has been outstanding all season long, and it’s not like he had a bad game on Sunday. He and the Celtics play three games in Week 17, but only one will be played before the All-Star break.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Smith missed Saturday’s loss to the Nuggets with a strained right calf. Guerschon Yabusele played 26 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup, with Nick Richards playing 19 minutes off the bench in his Bulls’ debut. That will likely be the rotation on Monday if Smith remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Jones is on track to miss a tenth straight game with a strained left hamstring. With the Bulls having added Jaden Ivey, Anfernee Simons and Collin Sexton at the trade deadline, it will be challenging for Jones to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball once he’s cleared to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey is on track to miss a seventh straight game as he continues to recover from a strained left hamstring. The Bulls have gone with a starting backcourt of Jaden Ivey and Anfernee Simons since the trade deadline, and that’s likely to remain the case on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
The Celtics are without Sam Hauser for Sunday’s game due to lower back spasms. Scheierman will fill the resulting void, but he offers limited streaming value in that role. Payton Pritchard and Nikola Vučević will anchor the bench unit.
Source: Keith Smith
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Tatum has been out since rupturing his right Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the Celtics’ second-round series against the Knicks in May. While he has progressed faster than most returning from this severe of an injury, there is still no guarantee that Tatum will play this season. According to Charania, the forward still does not have a timeline to return.
Source: Keith Smith
BOS • Forward • #30
about 1 month ago
Lower back spasms will keep Hauser out of Sunday’s matchup with the Knicks. The last time he missed a game, Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, the Celtics inserted Baylor Scheierman into the starting lineup. That could be the approach that Joe Mazzulla takes against the Knicks, but Scheierman is not a must-stream player in this spot.
Source: Jack Simone
CHI • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Simons didn’t have as good of a game as his Bulls debut where he had 22 points, but his 15-point effort was still encouraging for fantasy managers. The 26-year-old shooting guard played the most minutes, took the most shots and had the most assists on the Bulls. Simons is widely available in Yahoo! leagues and should be worth rostering in most leagues for the rest of the season.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Buzelis had 15 points, seven rebounds and three assists in the first three quarters as the Bulls led by six entering the fourth quarter. The 21-year-old forward had six points, one rebound and no assists in the fourth quarter and the Bulls lost by 16. Bulls coach Billy Donovan spoke after the game about how Buzelis has to adjust to losing so many teammates at the trade deadline. Essentially playing with all new teammates could lead to some inconsistencies, but Buzelis should get more comfortable with his comrades eventually.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
The Bulls lost Jalen Smith to a calf strain during Thursday’s loss to the Raptors, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Yabusele, who recorded a double-double in his Bulls’ debut in Toronto, moves into the starting lineup. Nick Richards, who is making his Bulls’ debut, should slide into the backup center role.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Smith is out after straining his right calf during Thursday’s loss to the Raptors. His absence means the Bulls will have to rely on Guerschon Yabusele and Nick Richards, with the latter making his first appearance since being acquired from the Bucks.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
BOS • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
Vučević came off the bench in his Celtics debut, and the veteran center put up a double-double. Vooch logged 28 minutes, with Luka Garza (two points, three rebounds) being the holdover whose opportunities took the biggest hit. He started but logged 10 minutes, while Neemias Queta (two points, 11 rebounds, and one assist) logged 22. With Vučević in the fold, those who have Queta rostered can afford to be patient, while Garza managers should seek alternatives immediately.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard has scored at least 24 points in each of the last three games. The move to the bench appears to have enhanced the guard’s value, an unsurprising development since he won Sixth Man of the Year last season. Just as crucial for fantasy managers is that Pritchard is still playing starters’ minutes. Those who have him rostered may consider selling high in the final days before the default fantasy trade deadline, but they may be better off holding onto Pritchard.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
While he didn’t shoot the ball well on Friday, category league managers didn’t take much of a haircut because of White’s overall value. After totaling four blocked shots in his previous seven games, White matched that number on Friday. The four rejections were three shy of his season and career-highs, which were recorded on December 30 against the Jazz. Despite the low field-goal percentage, White is providing third-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown and the Celtics started slowly, with the Heat outscoring Boston 29-15 in the first quarter and the All-Star wing shooting 1-of-6 from the field. The home team would eventually get going, pulling even with a 25-7 third-quarter run. Brown has scored at least 29 points in seven of his last ten games, continuing to play at an elite level. The Celtics end Week 16 with a home game against the Knicks on Sunday.
BOS • Center • #52
about 1 month ago
Hauser is back in the lineup after missing Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, but it isn’t Garza who’s headed to the bench. Instead, Baylor Scheierman will move to the second unit, with Garza’s solid play earning him another start. Also, Nikola Vučević will come off the bench in his Celtics debut.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Smith was limited to 24 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the Raptors, which factored into Guerschon Yabusele playing 33 minutes off the bench in his Bulls’ debut. Chicago would rely on Yabusele even more on Saturday if Smith can’t play, and Nick Richards will also be available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game will be the ninth that Jones has missed, having last appeared in a game on January 22. With the Bulls adding Jaden Ivey, Anfernee Simons and Collin Sexton to the roster at the trade deadline, there’s little to gain from holding onto Jones in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey was initially questionable for Wednesday’s loss to the Raptors, but did not play, which led to rotation minutes off the bench for Yuki Kawamura and Mac McClung. Jaden Ivey, who started his Bulls debut, is the player to target if he’s sitting on the waiver wire, and Collin Sexton will also be available on Saturday.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
After failing to crack the Knicks’ rotation on most nights, Yabusele appears to have a new lease on life in Chicago. While he did come off the bench in his Bulls’ debut, the 6-foot-8 forward logged 33 minutes and recorded his first double-double of the season. Expecting Yabusele to make nights like Thursday the norm after one performance would be unrealistic. However, given the role and Chicago’s lack of healthy frontcourt players, he’s worth taking a flier on.
CHI • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
A reserve during his time with the Celtics, Simons is back in a starting role with his trade to Chicago. While it’s clear that he and Jaden Ivey have work to do in establishing their on-court chemistry, Simons had a productive night in Toronto. Despite the decreased role in Boston, he remained rostered in 75 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Those who stuck it out with Simons have a good chance of being rewarded for their patience.
CHI • Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
In his Bulls’ debut, Ivey logged 33 minutes, a far cry from the playing time that he was getting in Detroit. While the move to the Windy City means that he’ll likely miss out on a chance to compete for a championship this season, it does allow Ivey to show that he can run a team. He’s rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, but that number should increase with Ivey now in Chicago.
CHI • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Ivey and Simons will make their Bulls’ debuts on Thursday, and they’ll do so as starters. Chicago traded Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu in separate trades before the deadline, opening up spots for Ivey and Simons. Also, Guerschon Yabusele is available despite his trade from the Knicks being executed late Wednesday night.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
Acquired from the Bulls on Tuesday, Vučević will be available to make his Celtics debut on Friday. While his addition to the rotation may not eliminate starter Neemias Queta’s fantasy value since they have different skill sets, Vooch’s arrival likely means fewer opportunities for Luka Garza. Those who have rostered Vučević or Queta throughout the season should hold, at least until it’s clear how head coach Joe Mazzulla will set up the new rotation.
Source: Jack Simone
BOS • Forward • #30
about 1 month ago
Hauser is back after missing Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, the Celtics’ second game in as many nights. With the sharpshooter back in the fold, Luka Garza will head to the bench. And with Nikola Vučević available to make his Celtics’ debut, Garza’s limited fantasy value will take a hit.
Source: Jack Simone
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown did not play in Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, which was Boston’s second game in as many nights. His return will push Ron Harper Jr. to the bench, whether the fourth-year wing will have minimal value at best.
Source: Jack Simone
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Richards was rerouted from Milwaukee after initially being traded from Phoenix. The initial trade was expanded to include Dieng, with the first deal sending Richards and Nigel Hayes-Davis to the Bucks for Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey. Chicago traded Nikola Vucevic already, so Richards will be in the center rotation alongside Jalen Smith and Zach Collins. Smith should start, but he may not be the coveted option for the rest of the season that managers were hoping he would be if Richards takes away some of his minutes.
Source: Shams Charania
BOS • Forward-Center • #77
about 1 month ago
Boston selected Williams with the 46th pick last summer and initially signed him to a two-way deal. He has been solid and has earned a standard deal with the team. Most of his rookie year has been in the G League, though he does have two starts for the Celtics under his belt. However, with Nikola Vucevic now in town, he’ll likely remain just a depth piece this season.
Source: Marc Stein
CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Jones was made available for Chicago’s last game, but he didn’t see the floor. Now, he’s been ruled out for this one. Jaden Ivey is expected to be available, and Collin Sexton could make his debut as well, which should help fill some of the guard minutes with Jones out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
With Jaylen Brown out due to injury and Anfernee Simons traded, the Celtics called on Harper to move into the starting lineup. Making the first start of his four-year NBA career, Harper was effective as a scorer and rebounder while also taking on the assignment of guarding Kevin Durant for lengthy stretches. Wednesday’s game doesn’t affect his standing in redraft leagues, but Harper may have earned himself another opportunity the next time the Celtics are shorthanded.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta was dominant in Wednesday’s blowout of the Rockets, finishing one rebound and one blocked shot shy of his career-highs in those categories. Add in the steals and percentages, and this was an excellent night for Queta managers. The question now is how Nikola Vučević’s arrival affects Queta, but that may be a greater concern for Luka Garza (19/6/2/2 with two three-pointers in 34 minutes). At a minimum, the Celtics’ frontcourt rotation received a needed boost via the Vučević trade.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard came off the bench for both games of the Celtics’ Texas two-step, and had a significant impact. In addition to giving the second unit needed ball-handling, the “P Rabbit” totaled 53 points in wins over the Mavericks and Rockets. With Anfernee Simons no longer in the picture, Pritchard will likely remain in the sixth-man role. And that may actually boost his fantasy value.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
After shooting 4-of-13 from the field in Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks, White was better as the Celtics used a huge third quarter to win in Houston without Jaylen Brown. The Celtics’ guard finished with his first 20-point game in nearly a month, as the 28 points were the most for him since a January 10 loss to the Spurs. However, even with the decreased field-goal percentage, White’s fantasy value has been fine because of everything else that he brings to the table. The Celtics head home for their final two games of Week 16, Friday against the Heat and Sunday against the Knicks.
BOS • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
The Celtics are without Jaylen Brown and Sam Hauser for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. However, Payton Pritchard will remain in the bench role he held in Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks. Harper and Garza are the new starters, with the former making his first start in four NBA seasons. Of the two, Garza is the safer streaming option.
Source: Sean Grande
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Hamstring and knee injuries will keep Brown out for the second game of Boston’s back-to-back in Texas. Payton Pritchard came off the bench in Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks, and Brown’s absence may push him back into the starting five.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward • #99
about 1 month ago
This will be a second straight game with Boucher away from the team, but that won’t impact the Celtics’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #30
about 1 month ago
Hauser will miss the second leg of this back-to-back, though with a thumb injury, it likely isn’t to manage an injury. With Jaylen Brown (hamstring, knee) doubtful, Payton Pritchard and either Jordan Walsh or Hugo Gonzalez should step into the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown finished with 33 points and 11 rebounds in Tuesday’s win over Dallas, but he is expected to sit out the second leg of this back-to-back. Sam Hauser (thumb) is out, which means there will be two open spots in the starting unit. Payton Pritchard should be back in the starting lineup, while either Jordan Walsh or Hugo Gonzalez should fill the other spot.
Source: NBA Injury Report