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CHI • Guard • #3
about 12 hours ago
Giddey’s triple-double was his fifth of the season and 23rd of his career. The 23-year-old shooting guard was highly efficient with 28 points on 14 attempts and 11 assists to just three turnovers. Giddey has returned fifth-round value so far this season.
IND • Forward • #43
about 13 hours ago
Siakam remains a solid scorer as he’s averaging 24.1 points per game this year, though his overall fantasy value hasn’t lived up to preseason expectations. The 31-year-old power forward was drafted in the third-round, but is providing seventh-round value so far this year. Siakam also comes with the risk of being shut down on a struggling Pacers team that’s going through a rebuilding year.
CHI • • #
about 16 hours ago
Olbrich has been upgraded from probable to available, and he will once again serve as the backup center. While this will be valuable playing time for the rookie center, he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball. He should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #44
about 16 hours ago
Williams is available despite his appearance on the injury report with a wrist injury. Even with the Bulls dealing with a bout of injuries, the 24-year-old forward hasn’t seen his minutes increase. Williams isn’t worth holding in most fantasy leagues at this point.
CHI • Forward • #15
about 16 hours ago
No surprise here, as Phillips was initially listed as probable and is now officially available for Wednesday’s game against the Nets. With Isaac Okoro and Kevin Huerter both out, the 22-year-old will be part of the Bulls’ starting lineup. He joins Josh Giddey, Ayo Dosunmu, Matas Buzelis and Nikola Vučević.
CHI • • #
about 16 hours ago
While Essengue has not been part of the Bulls’ rotation when healthy, he will miss out on some valuable opportunities, even though that was more likely to happen with the team’s G League affiliate than in Chicago. Essengue’s absence won’t affect redraft leagues, but fantasy managers in dynasty formats will want to stash the lottery pick in an IL slot if possible.
Source: Drew Stevens
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
about 16 hours ago
Huerter was injured during Monday’s loss to the Magic and will sit out Wednesday’s game against the Nets. Unfortunately, he’s going to miss a few more games on top of that, with Bulls head coach Billy Donovan revealing that Huerter will be out for at least one week. While Tre Jones would be worth a look, he is also out with a sprained ankle. Ayo Dosunmu is worth targeting, especially as he continues to start.
Source: Drew Stevens
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
about 17 hours ago
Collins participated in shootaround on Wednesday, but was ultimately ruled out for the game against the Nets. The 28-year-old power forward will look to make his season debut against the Pacers on Friday. With Jalen Smith (hamstring) also out, Lachlan Olbrich should pick up more minutes off the bench.
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
about 17 hours ago
Okoro hasn’t played since November 21 due to a back injury. With the 24-year-old small forward sidelined against the Nets on Wednesday, Ayo Dosunmu will continue to take on a bigger role for the Bulls.
CHI • Forward • #25
about 17 hours ago
Terry is available to make his first appearance in a game since November 21. While his playing time may be restricted, there are opportunities to contribute with the Bulls being down multiple guards. There’s no need to stream Terry immediately, but his playing time and production should be watched in deeper leagues.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
about 17 hours ago
Smith will miss a third straight game with a strained left hamstring. With Zach Collins (wrist) also out, the backup center responsibilities will once again fall upon Lachlan Olbrich’s shoulders. This is not a good place to find deep-league fantasy value, as starter Nikola Vučević will play plenty.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Guard • #30
about 17 hours ago
With Coby White and Kevin Huerter also out, the Bulls will be extremely thin in the backcourt on Wednesday behind starters Josh Giddey and Ayo Dosunmu. Jevon Carter should play rotation minutes, but he is not worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.
Source: K.C. Johnson
IND • Guard • #12
about 18 hours ago
Due to a sprained left ankle, Furphy has not appeared in a game since November 3. While Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said that the second-year wing will be available for Wednesday’s game, fantasy managers should not interpret that as a guarantee that he’ll see the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball. Leave Furphy on the waiver wire.
Source: Alex Golden
CHI • Guard • #0
about 23 hours ago
White has already been ruled out against Brooklyn on Wednesday, but that could be his final absence. Ayo Dosunmu has been starting in his place, but he’ll return to a reserve role when White is back. That won’t eliminate all the value he held, but it will certainly limit his production. The good news for managers with White rostered is that he should be back by the weekend.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
about 23 hours ago
Typically participating in shootaround is a sign that a player will suit up, but Collins will practice with the Windy City Bulls later on Wednesday, which may indicate that he won’t play against the Nets. He said if that goes well, he will play “very soon”, which indicates he could make his season debut on Friday against the Pacers. For now, Jalen Smith (hamstring) will occupy the reserve center minutes if he plays, with Lachlan Olbrich backing him up.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Guard • #30
about 24 hours ago
Jones was initially listed as probable but has since been downgraded. Coby White (calf) and Kevin Huerter (hamstring) are out, which means Ayo Dosunmu is already starting. Jones’ absence will likely open the door for Jevon Carter to play the backup guard minutes, though Dosunmu and Giddey should be on the floor for most of the game, which won’t leave enough time for Carter to be worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #15
1 day ago
Phillips is one of many Bulls listed on the injury report for Wednesday’s game. The good news is that he’s considered probable, so there’s a good chance he suits up. With Isaac Okoro doubtful and Kevin Huerter out, there should be additional rotation minutes available to Phillips. However, it’s unlikely to be enough for him to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • • #
1 day ago
Olbrich was also probable for Monday’s loss to the Magic, a game in which he played 12 minutes off the bench. His playing time will be dictated by the availability of Jalen Smith and Zach Collins, who are both questionable for Wednesday. If either can play, the rookie will likely be dropped from the rotation entirely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #25
1 day ago
Terry could return to suit up for the first time since Nov. 21, but even if he does, he won’t play a significant role. He has played 8.9 minutes per game this season, so his status doesn’t impact the Bulls’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • • #
1 day ago
Essengue has only appeared in two games this season, so his absence does not affect fantasy basketball or the Bulls’ rotation. Unfortunately, the shoulder injury means he’s missing out on an opportunity to play significant minutes for the team’s G League affiliate. Essengue should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
1 day ago
Collins could potentially make his first appearance of the season for the Bulls, and the timing would be great for a team with a loaded injury report. If available, the veteran center may be asked to take on some of the minutes that would typically go to Jalen Smith. Smith has missed the last two games with a strained hamstring but is considered questionable for Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #44
1 day ago
Williams should be good to go, but even with recent injuries to Chicago’s rotation, he hasn’t played big minutes. He isn’t a player to consider rostering in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
1 day ago
Smith has missed the last two games with a strained left hamstring. Zach Collins (wrist) is questionable, and he can absorb some of the minutes that would have gone to Smith in what would be his season debut. Given a likely minutes restriction, there’s no need to consider streaming Collins.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
1 day ago
While Okoro’s production has not affected fantasy basketball this season, his injury has opened up a place in the Bulls’ starting lineup. With Kevin Huerter also out, the Bulls will rely even more on Ayo Dosunmu to fill the void. Also, Julian Phillips will have more minutes available if Okoro misses another game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #30
1 day ago
Jones is expected to suit up, and he is coming off scoring a season-high 20 points on Monday with Coby White (calf) out and Kevin Huerter (hamstring) exiting after six minutes. With both sidelined again, Jones should be in for a productive night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
1 day ago
Huerter exited early from Monday’s game, which allowed Julian Phillips to start the second half in his place, though he only contributed 10 points and three rebounds in 20 minutes. Tre Jones ended up setting a new season high for scoring with 20 points and would be a much better streaming option, even if he doesn’t start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
1 day ago
White will miss a third straight game with this calf injury. He wasn’t initially on the injury report on Monday, but he was added and eventually ruled out. It seemed like he was in the clear, but now he’ll continue to miss time. Ayo Dosunmu should continue to start in his place, and with Kevin Huerter (hamstring) also out, Tre Jones could start as well, though he should at least see a bump in minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #11
2 days ago
After a run of seven straight games with at least 14 points, Dosunmu’s offensive production has been inconsistent recently. Monday’s performance was a good one for the fifth-year guard, who has scored at least 18 points in eight games this season. That matches his tally for the entire 2024-25 campaign. While his production places him outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats, Dosunmu has been productive enough to merit being rostered in 14-team leagues.
CHI • Guard • #30
2 days ago
With Kevin Huerter exiting Monday’s game after six minutes with an adductor injury and Coby White (calf) already out, more minutes were available to Jones. He made the most of his opportunity, recording his second 20-point game of the season and first since November 10. Jones’ fantasy value in the short term depends on the availability of White and Huerter. If those two remain out, Jones will be worth streaming for the rest of Week 7, with the Bulls playing three more games.
CHI • Forward • #14
2 days ago
Given his recent struggles, Buzelis needed a night like Monday, even in defeat. Since scoring 21 points in a November 12 loss to the Pistons, the second-year forward averaged 10.9 points on 41.6 percent shooting. Given the offensive weapons in the Bulls’ rotation, Buzelis is unlikely to be a 20-point scorer consistently. However, fantasy managers have to hope for efficient offensive production from Buzelis. They got that on Monday, in addition to two steals and three blocked shots. Hopefully, he can build on this performance.
CHI • Center • #9
2 days ago
Vučević has recorded a double-double in three of his last four games, playing through a lingering knee issue. Over the past two weeks, the Bulls center has provided top-40 per-game value in nine-cat formats, exceeding his season-long value by a few spots. The good news for Vučević and fantasy managers is that, while the Bulls have three more games in Week 7, they won’t have a back-to-back. That should help the veteran center navigate his sore knee.
CHI • Guard • #3
2 days ago
Giddey was one of four Bulls to score at least 20 points on Monday, but the team’s inability to string together stops caught up to Chicago in the end. Even worse for Giddey was the turnover count, as he was responsible for eight of the Bulls’ 20. Over the past two weeks, there has been a three-round difference in Giddey’s value in eight- and nine-cat formats due to an average of 3.7 turnovers per game. The good news for fantasy managers is that his overall production has mitigated the impact of those turnovers, but it would be great if he cleaned that up sooner rather than later.
IND • Center • #30
3 days ago
Huff has reached double figures in five straight, with Monday’s point total being his highest since November 19 (season-high 20 vs. Charlotte). He’s been the starting center the last three games, with Isaiah Jackson (6/3/0/1/2 in 16 minutes) being pushed to the bench. While iJax is the Pacers’ former first-round pick, Huff has been more consistently productive, and he’s received more opportunities as a result.
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
3 days ago
Nembhard surpassed the 20-point mark for the first time in five games on Monday. In fact, after scoring 32 points in the Pacers’ November 21 loss to Cleveland, he shot 11-of-34 from the field in the following three games. Before the season, Nembhard was a player whom many fantasy managers believed could safely provide top-100 value. Unfortunately, an early-season injury put him on the shelf for a few weeks, stunting his progress.
IND • Forward • #43
3 days ago
With the Cavaliers regaining control of Monday’s game early in the fourth quarter, Siakam lost out on a few minutes due to Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle pulling the plug. Given how many games the Pacers have lost, this has to be a frustrating season for Siakam and, by extension, those who have him on their fantasy rosters. Having entered the season with a third-round Yahoo! ADP, he’s ranked outside the top-75 in eight- and nine-cat formats. And with Indiana being 4-17, buying low comes with the risk of “Spicy P” being shut down later in the season, as the Pacers regained control of their 2026 first-round pick via a June trade with the Pelicans.
IND • Forward • #5
3 days ago
After playing 20 minutes off the bench in Saturday’s win over the Bulls, Walker is back in the Pacers’ starting lineup. He replaces Ben Sheppard, who will play rotation minutes off the bench. Walker offers a higher fantasy ceiling than Sheppard, but inconsistent offensive production has been an issue for the former lottery pick.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Forward • #22
5 days ago
Jackson was bumped to the bench for Friday’s game, and he wasn’t effective in that role. However, he was able to make a large impact in this one. Both Pacers bigs had success, as Jay Huff, who started at center, contributed 14 points, four blocks and four triples. Chicago allows a lot of paint points, so this was a favorable matchup, but it was still good to see both centers turn in strong stat lines. However, this is likely a one-time thing and not the start of a productive run for both.
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
5 days ago
Following a one-game absence with a quad injury, Nembhard was back to take on Chicago. He immediately returned to the starting unit, which pushed Jarace Walker to the bench and limited him to 20 minutes. As expected, Nembhard is averaging career highs in points, assists and three-pointers with Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) out for the season. This wasn’t a standout game, but it was good to see him log 32 minutes after an absence.
IND • Forward • #43
5 days ago
For the first time this season, the Pacers have a winning streak. Siakam scored 24 points in consecutive games, which resulted in back-to-back wins. Friday’s game was a blowout, but this one ended with Siakam hitting a contested mid-range shot with .1 seconds remaining. It was a fantastic shot to close out an exciting game, and Siakam continues to cook. He has scored at least 20 points in seven of their last eight games, and he has two steals in four straight.
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
5 days ago
Nembhard is back after sitting out Friday’s win over the Wizards. However, it is Jarace Walker who will head to the bench, with Sheppard remaining with the starters. The matchup was likely a factor, as the Bulls are starting three guards. Sheppard has not been a great streaming option this season, but sticking with the starters should benefit him.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
5 days ago
Nembhard will be good to go after a one-game absence against Washington on Friday. Ben Sheppard started in his place, but he’ll head back to the bench with Nembhard back. T.J. McConnell should still fill out the backup point guard minutes, so he shouldn’t be impacted much.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
5 days ago
Nembhard missed Friday’s game against the Wizards with a quad contusion. Ben Sheppard moved into the starting lineup in his absence, but T.J. McConnell out-produced him with 14 points and eight assists in 19 minutes. Expect a similar setup for the Pacers if Nembhard is ruled out again.
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
6 days ago
Mathurin started the season by scoring at least 20 points in five straight games. He followed that up with 14 and 15 points on sub-40 percent shooting over Indiana’s previous two games before getting back on track in this one. Mathurin had high expectations entering this season with Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles) sidelined, and he should be able to supply plenty of buckets for the remainder of the year.
IND • Forward • #43
6 days ago
After scoring a season-low 11 points on Wednesday, Siakam got back on track in this one to help lead Indiana to a lopsided victory. He has scored at least 20 points in six of his last seven games, and he continues to shoot the ball efficiently. Through their first nine games, he shot at least 50 percent from the floor just once; over their last nine games, he has shot below 50 percent just twice. This was also his first double-double since October, which was enough to help the Pacers get their third win of the year.
IND • Guard • #9
6 days ago
McConnell didn’t get the starting nod with Andrew Nembhard (quad) sidelined, but he was still able to make a strong contribution off the bench. He led the team in assists and scored in double figures for a fifth straight game. He is rostered in just 19 percent of Yahoo! leagues but has provided fifth-round value during this stretch. If Nembhard remains out against the Bulls on Saturday, McConnell should see a nice boost in value once again, especially if the game is closer.
IND • Guard • #26
6 days ago
Sheppard and Huff will enter the starting unit in place of Andrew Nembhard (quad) and Isaiah Jackson. Sheppard will get the nod instead of T.J. McConnell, though McConnell should still see a bump in minutes. Huff will replace Jackson as the starting center, though both should continue to split the minutes down low.
Source: Indiana Pacers