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CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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
MIA • Guard • #14
3 months ago
Herro has been out since January 15, which is the last time the Heat faced the Celtics. The guard has not been given a timeline by team doctors, and given the time Herro has already missed, fantasy managers should consider him week-to-week. Pelle Larsson has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and he’s worth considering as a deep-league streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
3 months ago
Wiggins is good to go after missing Tuesday’s loss to the Hawks with left hamstring tightness. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Heat starting lineup on Friday, with Simone Fontecchio heading back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
3 months ago
Powell has rejoined the Heat after missing the last three games for personal reasons. With Andrew Wiggins (hamstring) also available, Myron Gardner and Simone Fontecchio will be headed back to the bench. Of the two, Fontecchio’s path to maintaining some semblance of fantasy relevance is more straightforward.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #2
3 months 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
CHI • Point Guard • #30
3 months 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
CHI • G • #8
3 months ago
The three-time NBA Dunk Contest champion appeared in three games for the Pacers earlier this season and two games for the Magic last year. He’s averaging just 5.8 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in nine NBA games over his four-year career.
CHI • Small Forward • #33
3 months ago
The 2023 second-round pick has been viewed as a high-upside piece for a few seasons, but he hasn’t been able to turn that into consistent production. That was on a contender. In Chicago, he’ll be the tallest player on the roster, though there is still time for the Bulls to change that with more moves. Miller should be get a chance to at least play rotation minutes this season, which could lead to some production during silly season, but that doesn’t justify him as a player worthy of a roster spot in standard leagues at this point.
Source: Shams Charania
CHI • Point Guard • #4
3 months ago
Minnesota gave up an unprotected first-round pick in 2031 and a pick swap in 2030 to acquire Dillingham on draft night, but they’ll cut their losses early. Dillingham was able to show some flashes as a rookie, but he hasn’t been able to do much in year two. He joins a crowded guard room in Chicago, so there isn’t a clear path to minutes, but he still holds plenty of upside.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #28
3 months ago
Signed to a two-year deal last summer with a player option for the 2026-27 season, Yabusele’s fit with the Knicks was awkward. While he began the season playing rotation minutes, his playing time decreased from December onward. As was the case in New York, consistent playing time won’t be guaranteed in Chicago, even with the Bulls’ lack of interior depth. Yabusele’s move does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Shams Charania
CHI • Small Forward • #15
3 months ago
Phillips was not available for Tuesday’s loss to the Bucks after logging 23 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Heat. His availability won’t affect fantasy basketball, but there may be rotation minutes available if Phillips can play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
Jones was made available for Tuesday’s loss to the Rockets, but he did not play. How impactful his absence would be if Jones doesn’t play on Thursday depends on the health of Josh Giddey and Ayo Dosunmu, and whether Jaden Ivey is available to make his Bulls’ debut. Giddey and Dosunmu are also listed as questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
3 months ago
Giddey has missed Chicago’s last four games with a strained hamstring. With the Bulls trading Coby White to the Hornets, they will be asking a lot of Ayo Dosunmu if he’s healthy enough to play. Dosunmu is also questionable for Thursday’s game, which could make this a showcase for Yuki Kawamura if Ayo and Josh can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard • #11
3 months ago
Dosunmu had 17 points and eight assists in 28 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Bucks. The 26-year-old point guard is on the injury report as questionable with some quad soreness for Thursday’s game against the Raptors. A coveted asset in Chicago’s suddenly crowded backcourt, Dosunmu missing a game this week is going to lead to trade speculation. Yuki Kawamura could be in line for a showcase game if Josh Giddey (hamstring) and Dosunmu sit out.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #13
3 months ago
Dieng was never able to carve out a spot in the rotation for the Thunder since they drafted him 11th overall in 2022. He still has loads of untapped potential, and he should get a larger opportunity in Chicago. Keep an eye on him as silly season approaches since this trade indicates the Bulls could pivot towards improving their lottery odds.
Source: Shams Charania
CHI • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
3 months ago
Sexton has been solid as a reserve for Charlotte this year, which was enough for him to be the main piece for Chicago to acquire in this deal. He joins a crowded backcourt rotation for the Bulls, so the only path for him to provide value in standard leagues is for Chicago to make more moves, whether that means flipping Sexton or dealing another guard they currently have on the roster.
Source: Shams Charania
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
3 months ago
Despite White’s name popping up in trade rumors throughout the day, he started and had 21 points in 30 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Bucks. The fact that the 25-year-old point guard played at all suggests no trades involving him are close. White could be an odd fit if he were to remain with the Bulls for the rest of the season given the reported Bulls’ acquisitions of Jaden Ivey and Anfernee Simons Tuesday.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
3 months ago
Buzelis became the first Bulls player in franchise history to have five three-pointers and five blocks in a game. In an exaggerated parody of Michael Jordan’s shot over Bryon Russell in the 1998 NBA Finals, clearly shoved a defender to the floor with no foul called before making a three-pointers toward the end of the third quarter. Buzelis has provided ninth-round per game value this season, though with game like this at age-21 he obviously has a sky-high ceiling.
MIA • Guard • #11
3 months ago
Jaquez Jr. continues to be the one to pick up any slack when the Heat are missing starters. With Tyler Herro (toe), Norman Powell (personal) and Andrew Wiggins (hamstring) all out, the decks were cleared for Jaquez and he had 21 points and eight rebounds in 28 minutes. He’s now had at least 19 points in four of his last six games. Jaquez’ 42 percent roster percentage in Yahoo! leagues should likely increase given his recent play.
CHI • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Conley was moved from the Timberwolves to the Bulls in a three-team trade Tuesday afternoon. With the Bulls’ glut of backcourt players, it’s not much of a surprise that the organization plans to let the 38-year-old point guard move on. Chicago will work with Conley to find a trade partner, likely one in need of point guard depth.
Source: Chris Haynes
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
3 months ago
The lone change to the starting lineup is Smith, who is back after a two-game absence. He steps into the void left by Nikola Vučević, who was traded to the Celtics earlier Tuesday in exchange for Anfernee Simons. Given the Bulls’ lack of frontcourt depth, Smith will play heavy minutes as long as he’s healthy.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIA • • #
3 months ago
Already without Norman Powell for personal reasons, the Heat won’t have Andrew Wiggins for Tuesday’s game, either. As a result, Gardner is in the starting lineup for the second time in three games. In his first start on Saturday, Gardner recorded a double-double. Fontecchio remains in the starting lineup and is worth a look in deep leagues for managers needing three-pointers.
Source: Miami Heat
CHI • Small Forward • #15
3 months ago
Phillips is still dealing with a wrist sprain that cost him multiple games in January. While the 22-year-old forward has been ruled out for Tuesday’s game against the Bucks, his absence won’t have much of an impact on the Bulls’ bench rotation, let alone fantasy basketball.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
Jones will dress for Tuesday’s game against the Bucks, but he isn’t expected to play, according to a report from Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson. The 26-year-old point guard technically beat his two-week injury timetable. His next chance to actually play will be Thursday when the Bulls take on the Raptors.
Source: KC Johnson
CHI • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
Jones has been out since the middle of January with a left hamstring strain. That the 26-year-old point guard was upgraded to questionable Tuesday is a great for his pending return, though it’s still up in the air if he’ll be available against the Bucks. Jones would likely play lite minutes off the bench if he’s active.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
3 months ago
Initially questionable, Smith is good to go after a two-game absence. And with the Bulls trading Nikola Vučević to the Celtics earlier Tuesday, there is undoubtedly a need for additional options in the frontcourt. Given the circumstances, Smith is worth slotting into fantasy lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
3 months ago
Tuesday’s game is the third that Powell has missed for personal reasons. Simone Fontecchio replaced him in the lineup for Sunday’s win over the Bulls, logging 18 minutes. However, that game was a blowout, so Fontecchio will likely see his minutes increase.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
3 months ago
Wiggins was a late addition to the injury report with left hamstring tightness. The 30-year-old small forward played through the injury Sunday against the Suns, but will miss Tuesday’s tilt with the Hawks. Expect Jaime Jaquez Jr. to see more minutes with Wiggins sidelined.
CHI • Guard • #4
3 months ago
The Bulls and Celtics will swap second-round picks as part of the deal. Boston acquires much-needed help in the frontcourt, and Chicago gets a quality shooting and scoring option in Simons. The Bulls recently brought in Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley, so expect more moves from Chicago before Thursday’s trade deadline.
Source: Shams Charania
CHI • Center • #9
3 months ago
With Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan already in Sacramento, the final player in Chicago’s failed “Big 3" is now gone. Vooch gives Boston its much-needed center while sending a sharpshooting microwave scorer to the Bulls. Vučević’s arrival in Boston makes Neemias Queta a drop candidate in standard leagues, as the veteran big man has a storied history of durability.
Source: Shams Charania
MIA • Forward • #22
3 months ago
Wiggins continues to deal with left hamstring tightness, and he’s a late addition to Tuesday’s injury report. He played through the injury on Sunday, but if he’s forced to sit out against Atlanta, Jaime Jaquez Jr. could enjoy an expanded role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Conley will head to Chi-Town with Jaden Ivey as Kevin Huerter and Dario Šarić end up in Detroit, and the Timberwolves send a 2026 protected first-round pick swap to the Pistons. The Wolves save money and roster space as they look to amp up their pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Conley’s role isn’t expected to expand with his new team, and he can remain on the waiver wire in most formats.
Source: Shams Charania
MIA • Guard • #24
3 months ago
Powell is expected to miss a third straight game, and Simone Fontecchio could see additional run in his absence. Nikola Jović (hip) has been upgraded to available, and Jović could take on expanded opportunities with Powell sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
3 months ago
Powell has missed the last two games for Miami, but he could return against Atlanta. Myron Gardner started one game, while Simone Fontecchio filled the void in the last one. Powell will occupy the starting spot if he is available to play for the first time since being named an All-Star for the first time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
3 months ago
Jović missed Sunday’s game, which didn’t end up having a clear impact on the rotation due to the lopsided score. If he remains out, Simone Fontecchio and Kel’el Ware should take on extra minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center • #7
3 months ago
One positive of a blowout victory, besides the outcome, is that those late-game minutes can serve as a confidence boost for players whose opportunities may have decreased. After playing three minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, Ware was able to play 18 minutes in the rematch. Given his inconsistent production and playing time, fantasy managers should not read too much into his Sunday night. Hopefully, it will serve as a catalyst for the second-year center.
MIA • Guard • #45
3 months ago
Mitchell was back in the Heat lineup after a six-game absence, and if there was a minutes restriction, the Heat didn’t need to enforce it. With Miami winning by 41 points, and it wasn’t that close, Mitchell only played 21 minutes. The Heat have a three-game Week 16 without any back-to-backs; hopefully, that bodes well for Mitchell’s availability.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
3 months ago
One night removed from losing to the Bulls, Adebayo and the Heat impressively returned the favor. The Heat captain only played 22 minutes in the 132-91 victory, but that was enough time for him to provide fantasy managers with a solid stat line. Adebayo and the Heat play three games in Week 16, starting with the Hawks on Tuesday. The question for Miami is how active they’ll be at the trade deadline, especially with Tyler Herro (ribs) still sidelined.
MIA • Guard • #9
3 months ago
Larsson, who continues to start for the injured Tyler Herro, has scored 20 points or more in two straight and three of his last six games. And the second-year guard has been a solid option in deep leagues, providing top-100 fantasy value over the past two weeks. Larsson, who’s rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, will be a worthwhile streamer as long as the Heat are without Herro.
MIA • Forward • #19
3 months ago
Mitchell is back in the Heat lineup after an extended absence due to a sprained left shoulder. His return means that Kasparas Jakučionis will come off the bench. The other change is Fontecchio, who replaces Myron Gardner one day after the two-way forward recorded a double-double.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #45
3 months ago
Mitchell is back after a six-game absence with a sprained left shoulder. His return likely means that Kasparas Jakučionis will head to the bench, where the rookie offers limited fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
3 months ago
Powell is set to miss his second game in a row for personal reasons. Myron Gardner started in his place in Saturday’s loss to the Bulls and had 12 points and 11 rebounds in 23 minutes. Gardner could start again, but Jaime Jaquez Jr. saw the bigger boost with 20 points in 32 minutes off the bench.
MIA • Forward • #5
3 months ago
Jović was initially doubtful for Sunday’s game, so the downgrade in status is not a surprise. Simone Fontecchio may pick up a few additional minutes, while fantasy managers will hope to see more of Kel’el Ware than three minutes of play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
3 months ago
Herro did not travel with the Heat during their recently completed road trip, and he also sat out Saturday’s home loss to the Bulls. The Heat have not provided an update on the guard’s availability beyond Sunday’s injury report, but that may come early next week. Pelle Larsson will continue to start, and he’s worth a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
3 months ago
Having missed Miami’s last six games with a strained left shoulder, Mitchell appears poised to return to action on Sunday. If so, his return would likely push Kasparas Jakučionis to the bench. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, Jakučionis should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
3 months ago
Powell was not available for Saturday’s loss to the Bulls for personal reasons. Myron Gardner filled the resulting void in the starting lineup, recording a double-double in his first career start. While that may be enough to get him another start if Powell remains out, Gardner played 23 minutes to Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s 32 on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
3 months ago
Due to a right hip impingement, Jović is unlikely to play on Sunday. He logged 15 minutes off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, not enough time to have an impact on fantasy basketball. Pelle Larsson, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Simone Fontecchio are all available; they’ll likely absorb the minutes that would have gone to Jović.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
3 months ago
Adebayo shook off an ice-cold stretch to put together an impressive 15-point fourth quarter where he knocked down 6-of-10 shots from the floor, sparking the Heat to a massive comeback effort that came up just short. The 28-year-old big man has delivered his usual blend of scoring and rebounding for fantasy purposes, averaging 18.1 points and 9.8 boards through 42 games. The Heat have a three-game week on tap including matchups against the Hawks, Celtics and Wizards.
MIA • Guard • #9
3 months ago
Larsson saw an uptick in creation possessions on a night where both Norman Powell (back) and Tyler Herro (rib) remained absent. He came up with a pair of clutch buckets in the final three minutes as the Heat put together a furious late rally that came up short. The 24-year-old sharpshooter has been red-hot of late, averaging 14.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and two steals in four games over the last week. He’s worthy of a speculative roster spot in deeper leagues.
MIA • • #
3 months ago
Gardner knocked down a couple shots and grabbed double-digit rebounds to post a double-double during his first career start for the injury-depleted Heat as Kel’el Ware (hamstring) was limited to just three minutes off the bench in this one. The 24-year-old forward can be safely ignored in most fantasy formats.
MIA • • #
3 months ago
The Heat won’t have Norman Powell for Saturday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. The void will be filled by Gardner, a third-year pro who agreed to a two-way deal with the Heat in late July. Powell’s absence raises Larsson and Wiggins’ fantasy ceilings.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #45
3 months ago
Saturday’s game will be the sixth consecutive game that Mitchell has missed with a strained left shoulder. Rookie Kasparas Jakučionis has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and that will likely remain the case on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
3 months ago
Mitchell has missed the last five games for Miami and is now expected to make it six absences in a row. Kasparas Jakučionis should continue to start, but his minutes have been too low to make much of an impact as a streaming option. Dru Smith should play more minutes, but his value is often tied to steals.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
3 months ago
Powell has been a big part of what Miami does on offense, especially with Tyler Herro sidelined. In his absence, one of Simone Fontecchio or Jaime Jaquez Jr. will likely replace him in the starting unit. Jaquez holds far more upside for fantasy managers whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report