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CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
Coming off recording a triple-double against Miami on Wednesday, Giddey will miss Friday’s matchup with Washington. Patrick Williams, Talen Horton-Tucker and Jevon Carter are all candidates to replace him in the starting unit, depending on how big or small head coach Billy Donovan wants to go with his opening lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #2
11 months ago
Ball last appeared in a game on February 28. Unlike the last two games, when the Bulls initially listed him as questionable, Lonzo is “out” on the injury report for Tuesday. With Coby White ruled out and Josh Giddey questionable, the Bulls could be severely shorthanded regarding on-ball playmakers. Talen Horton-Tucker is the player to watch, as he could figure prominently in the rotation if Giddey does not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
With Coby White and Kevin Huerter already out, Chicago could be without four starters for Tuesday’s game. Vucevic’s potential absence would impact Zach Collins and Jalen Smith, as both would see their minutes increase. Giddey’s not playing would likely lead to more playing time for Talen Horton-Tucker, who would be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
While White’s absence is due to rest, Huerter will not play on Tuesday because of a cervical strain. The absences open up two spaces within the Bulls’ starting lineup, with Patrick Williams, Dalen Terry and Talen Horton-Tucker among the potential replacements. However, in Williams’ case, he has yet to start alongside Matas Buzelis, so that’s unlikely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #33
11 months ago
Camara returned from a one-game absence on Sunday, and the second-year forward looked sharp. Three-point percentage is not a scoring category in most fantasy leagues, so Toumani going 4-of-11 from deep is not a big deal, especially when he made 50 percent of his shots overall. Camara has been a top-75 player in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past month, closing in on top-50 value in the latter.
POR • Forward • #5
11 months ago
Banton has started Portland’s last four games, filling the void at point guard with Anfernee Simons (arm) and Scoot Henderson (concussion) unavailable. Shooting a shade below 50 percent from the field and committing one turnover, efficiency was not an issue for Banton against the Spurs. The 38.9 percent mark from the field is why he’s ranked outside the top 150 in nine-cat formats over the past week. That said, Banton will be worth the risk in active leagues if Simons and Henderson continue to miss time.
POR • Guard • #17
11 months ago
Sharpe managers in category leagues who were on the verge of losing field-goal percentage going into Sunday were done no favors, as he shot 5-of-17 from the field. However, the overall line was solid, with the Blazers’ wing recording his second double-double in four games and third of the season. Over the past two weeks, Sharpe has been a top-75 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. For those whose leagues will be active during Week 23, Portland plays three games, starting with Utah on Wednesday.
POR • Forward • #33
11 months ago
Camara is back after sitting out Friday’s game against the Bulls. He was replaced in the starting lineup by Matisse Thybulle, who may remain in that role since the Blazers will not have Deni Avdija. If so, that would preserve what little streaming value Thybulle possesses in fantasy leagues.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #4
11 months ago
Simons will miss a fourth straight game with a forearm injury, which means Dalano Banton will remain in the starting lineup. Banton’s efficiency can be problematic, but he’s worth streaming due to the Blazers’ lack of healthy options.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #25
11 months ago
Cissoko is available to play on Sunday, giving the Blazers another option on the wing. With Deni Avdija and Jerami Grant among the absentees, rotation minutes may be available for Cissoko, but he should not be streamed in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danny Marang
POR • Forward • #9
11 months ago
Grant’s continued absence is unsurprising; managers whose leagues run through Week 23 would be wise to drop him onto the waiver wire. Sidy Cissoko is available and may play rotation minutes, especially with Deni Avdija also out. However, there’s no need to consider streaming him. As for Reath, he has not played the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball, so his absence will not make a significant difference.
Source: Danny Marang
POR • Forward • #8
11 months ago
Avdija will not play on Sunday, leaving the Trail Blazers without a player who has recently been the team’s best offensive option. Anfernee Simons is a game-time decision, and his return would undoubtedly help Portland account for Avdija’s absence. Kris Murray’s playing time will likely increase, but he has not done enough to merit being streamed.
Source: Sean Highkin
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
From a fantasy standpoint, few backcourts have been as hot as Chicago’s tandem of Giddey and Coby White since the All-Star break. Finishing Sunday’s win two assists shy of a triple-double, Giddey has been a top-10 player in eight- and nine-cat formats since Chicago’s first post-break game on February 20. For those whose fantasy leagues run through Week 23, the Bulls play four games, starting with the Cavaliers on Tuesday.
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
White has been on an absolute tear since the All-Star break, averaging 26.1 points per game while shooting 50.2 percent from the field and 90.4 percent from the foul line. With his production across the board, White has offered top-25 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Bulls are locked into the play-in tournament, but the season’s final four games will be about improving their seeding. For White managers whose leagues will be active during Week 23, that should ensure them of a full slate for the Bulls’ guard.
CHI • Shooting Guard • #25
11 months ago
Terry appears to have overcome his illness and is available to play against Charlotte. He’ll have a chance to make significant contributions off the bench, but he’s been too up and down for fantasy managers to count on him.
CHI • Point Guard • #2
11 months ago
Ball hasn’t played since the end of February and will remain on the shelf through the first week of April. Josh Giddey and Coby White will continue carrying heavy workloads in Chicago’s backcourt.
POR • Guard • #4
11 months ago
Simons has missed Portland’s last three games with a forearm injury, and Dalano Banton has replaced him in the starting lineup. While inefficiency can be an issue for Banton, he’s worth streaming when allowed to start, especially with Scoot Henderson (concussion) unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #26
11 months ago
Reath and Cissoko’s availability does not impact fantasy basketball, as neither player has been in Portland’s rotation. In Cissoko’s case, he’s played six minutes in three appearances since joining the team in late February.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #8
11 months ago
While Avdija was added to Portland’s injury report late on Friday, he still played 35 minutes in that night’s loss to the Bulls. As for Camara, he did not play after spraining his ankle during Thursday’s win over the Raptors. Matisse Thybulle logged 27 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup but failed to provide the value needed to be a worthwhile streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
11 months ago
Grant has not appeared in a game since March 9, which is unlikely to change on Sunday. Deni Avdija has been firmly entrenched in the starting lineup ever since and has done enough to merit being rostered in most fantasy leagues. As for Henderson, Sunday’s game will be the fifth he’s missed due to concussion protocols. Dalano Banton has played consistent rotation minutes, recently starting since the Blazers were also without Anfernee Simons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard • #25
11 months ago
Terry returned from a one-game absence with a calf injury on Friday, but that isn’t the ailment that has him on the injury report for this game. He’s battling an illness, but it isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup. He was held scoreless in 15 minutes off the bench on Friday but still contributed four rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #2
11 months ago
This is the second-straight game that Ball will initially be listed as questionable. Though he missed Friday’s game against Portland, there is certainly a chance that he is back to play against Charlotte. In that scenario, Kevin Huerter and Talen Horton-Tucker would likely lose out on minutes, with Huerter potentially being pushed back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
Scoring-wise, few players have been as hot as White over the past month. He’s averaged 28.2 points per game on 51.1 percent shooting. While his defensive value is limited, Coby’s offensive ability has made him an excellent fantasy asset, especially in points leagues. And with the Bulls visiting the Hornets on Sunday, it would be unsurprising if he capped Week 22 with another 30-point outing.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
11 months ago
Buzelis finished Friday’s victory with his first double-double, and the 12 rebounds were a season-high. The rookie forward has recently been an excellent fantasy asset, providing top-50 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Buzelis’s season-long fantasy value hasn’t been great, but he has been a 10th-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats since the beginning of March. The Bulls end Week 22 with a game in Charlotte on Sunday.
CHI • Center • #9
11 months ago
Before Friday, Vucevic had gone nearly two months since he last scored at least 30 points in a game. He ended that “dry spell” in a big way against the Trail Blazers, making some history in the process. The double-double was Vucevic’s 200th as a Bull, moving into a tie with Scottie Pippen for second on the franchise’s all-time list. Over the past two weeks, Vooch has provided top-20 value in nine-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long production. He’ll look to finish Week 22 on a high note when the Bulls visit Charlotte on Sunday.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
In recording his sixth triple-double of the season, Giddey established a new career-high with 19 rebounds. The move to Chicago has been excellent for his NBA career, and fantasy managers have reaped the rewards. Giddey has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, exceeding many expectations, even though his Yahoo! ADP (69) suggested that fantasy managers expected him to be better in 2024-25. And Josh could be in for a big finish to Week 22, as the Bulls visit the Hornets on Sunday.
POR • Center • #23
11 months ago
Clingan has grabbed at least 18 rebounds in three games this season, with Friday’s effort being his first since February 12. The rookie center did not have a good night shooting the basketball, but he provided solid value as a rebounder and defender. Clingan has been a top-100 player in nine-cat formats over the past three weeks, and he won’t lack playing time with Deandre Ayton and Robert Williams III done for the season. Portland hosts San Antonio in its final game of Week 22 on Sunday.
POR • Guard • #17
11 months ago
While Sharpe could not extend his streak of 30-point games to three, he has scored at least 17 in nine straight. The issue on Friday was his inefficiency, as he shot 7-of-23 from the field. By comparison, Sharpe shot 49.3 percent from the field in the first eight games of this run. Over the past three weeks, he has provided sixth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, taking advantage of the Trail Blazers being shorthanded on the wings.
POR • Forward • #5
11 months ago
Banton has started Portland’s last three games, filling in for the injured Anfernee Simons. He hasn’t shot the ball well, making just 37.5 percent of his attempts, but Banton has averaged 18.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.7 blocks and 2.0 three-pointers per game. A 12th-round player in eight-cat formats during this three-game stretch, Banton will be worth streaming on Sunday if Simons and Scoot Henderson remain out. But that’s only if managers can afford to take a hit in the field-goal percentage category.
POR • Forward • #8
11 months ago
The Trail Blazers will miss out on the postseason for a fourth consecutive season, but the team has to be pleased with what they’ve seen from Avdija, especially over the past month. He’s scored 30 points or more six times since the beginning of March, providing top-10 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Avdija has been a league-winner down the stretch, and the good news for managers who have him rostered is that Portland is not finished with Week 22. They return home to host the Spurs on Sunday.
POR • Guard-Forward • #4
11 months ago
The Trail Blazers are without Toumani Camara, who has an ankle injury. An equally elite defender replaces him as Thybulle moves into the lineup. Thybulle may not hit 30 minutes, but the opportunity to start makes him worth a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
POR • Forward • #8
11 months ago
Avdija was a late addition to the injury report with a thumb injury, but is ultimately available Friday against the Bulls. His fantasy ceiling is sky high with Anfernee Simons (forearm) already ruled out. Fantasy managers just have to hope he isn’t limited by the thumb injury.
POR • Guard • #4
11 months ago
Simons has been downgraded from questionable to out, which means more playing time for Dalano Banton. Since Scoot Henderson (concussion) is also out, fantasy managers should not hesitate to stream Banton. As for Cissoko, his continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as he is not usually in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #8
11 months ago
Avdija is a late addition to the Trail Blazers’ injury report, which is an ominous development for those who have him rostered. With Toumani Camara also out, Dalano Banton’s fantasy ceiling should be raised, even if Anfernee Simons is available. Matisse Thybulle played 29 and 25 minutes in his last two appearances, and a similar workload will make him worthy of a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
11 months ago
No surprise here as Grant is set to miss his 13th game in a row with a knee injury. Camara is out after injuring his ankle Thursday against the Raptors. Shaedon Sharpe will continue to start for Grant while Matisse Thybulle and Kris Murray could see increased minutes with Camara out.
CHI • Point Guard • #5
11 months ago
Carter is available after sitting out Tuesday’s game in Toronto. His return gives the Bulls another option on the perimeter, but he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard • #2
11 months ago
According to Bulls coach Billy Donovan, there are still some things that Ball cannot do because of his wrist injury. While hope remains that he’ll return soon, that will not happen on Friday. Kevin Huerter will continue to start until that changes, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Cody Westerlund
POR • Forward • #9
11 months ago
Grant has missed 12 straight games, and it’s unlikely we’ll see him on the court again this season. Shaedon Sharpe should continue to start in his place. Reath’s injury is less impactful, but it should free up more minutes for Jabari Walker.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #33
11 months ago
Simons has missed two in a row, but he’s got a chance to return against Chicago. Camara injured his ankle in Thursday’s matchup with Toronto, and it wouldn’t be surprising if he sat out the second leg of Portland’s back-to-back set. Simons’ absence could free up more playing time for Dalano Banton, while Camara’s absence would mean more minutes for Matisse Thybulle and Kris Murray.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
11 months ago
Scoot will sit out a fourth straight game, which means Dalano Banton should get some additional playing time. Banton’s fantasy value will be even higher if Anfernee Simons (arm) sits out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #5
11 months ago
Banton got a second-straight start, and after struggling on offense in the first one, he had far more success on Thursday. He matched his season-high for points, which he has now reached four times this season. As long as Anfernee Simons (forearm) and Scoot Henderson (concussion) remain sidelined, Banton will continue to start at point guard. They have two more games this week, including the second night of a back-to-back in Chicago on Friday.
POR • Guard • #17
11 months ago
Sharpe is ending the season on a high note. He’ll be 22 in May, and he clearly still has loads of untapped potential. This was his sixth time scoring at least 20 points in his last seven appearances, and it ended up being his second-straight game with at least 30 points. He tied his career-high for scoring, which he set back in February. Sharpe has started in place of the injured Jerami Grant, but it would be a surprise if he wasn’t a full-time starter next season.
POR • Forward • #8
11 months ago
Two days after recording the second triple-double of his career, Avdija turned in another monster stat line. He didn’t get enough assists to add another triple-double, but he was a beast on the glass once again. This was the fifth time in his last 12 appearances that he came away with at least 15 rebounds. Avdija’s incredible finish to the season should make him an enticing option heading into fantasy drafts next season. Over the past two weeks, he has provided first-round value in nine-cat leagues.
POR • Forward • #33
11 months ago
Camara’s exit was announced early in the fourth quarter, and he won’t be available to close out this game. Matisse Thybulle should take on extra minutes in his place, and if Camara misses Portland’s next game, Thybulle or Kris Murray would likely start in his place.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Center • #26
11 months ago
Reath was initially listed as questionable to return but has now officially been ruled out. He only played six minutes before his exit, and while Jabari Walker is the logical next man up down low, head coach Chauncey Billups has opted to utilize smaller lineups with Matisse Thybulle taking on more minutes.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Center • #26
11 months ago
Reath has been playing the reserve center minutes behind Donovan Clingan, but he may not be able to return to Thursday’s game. If that happens, Jabari Walker will fill out extra minutes in his place.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
CHI • Point Guard • #5
11 months ago
Both players were sidelined against Toronto on Tuesday, and they may miss another game. Neither player has been able to impact fantasy basketball consistently, and there availability won’t have an impact on Chicago’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard • #25
11 months ago
Terry missed Tuesday’s game against Toronto, but there is a chance he returns to the lineup against Portland. He started in his last appearance, but he should be back in a reserve role if he plays on Friday. However, even when he has played big minutes, he hasn’t been an impactful player in fantasy basketball this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #2
11 months ago
Ball hasn’t played since February, but there is a chance that he suits up against Portland. Due to the lengthy layoff, Ball’s role will likely be limited, which means he may not return to the starting unit in his first game back. Kevin Huerter and Talen Horton-Tucker may lose out on a few minutes if Ball returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center • #9
11 months ago
24 hours after being held to 11 points, Vucevic got back on track with a 20-point double-double. Entering Tuesday’s game, Vucevic had gone four straight games without a double-double and had scored less than 15 points in four of his previous five games. Early in the season, this would have been a typical game for Vucevic. However, he has really struggled over the past two months, so this was an encouraging performance for him with the postseason approaching. He’ll look to keep it going against Portland on Friday.
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
White’s hot streak came to a screeching halt in Oklahoma City on Monday, but he was able to get back on track 24 hours later. He had scored at least 20 points in 15 straight games entering Monday’s game but was held to just seven points in the blowout loss. However, Tuesday was a far more productive night for him. White has provided third-round value in nine-cat leagues over the past month and will look to stay hot over Chicago’s final two games of the week.
CHI • Guard • #22
11 months ago
This was the second time this season that THT has played at least 30 minutes in a game, and he has scored at least 20 points in each of them. His 27 points on Tuesday were a new season-high for him, and it came 24 hours after he scored 16 points in 16 minutes against the Thunder. That came after not playing in three straight games. The 24-year-old was able to make an impact off the bench despite his spot in the rotation being inconsistent all season.
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
11 months ago
Both players will be good to go after initially being listed as questionable. Huerter missed the first leg of Chicago’s back-to-back, but he should be back in the starting lineup for this game. Smith will be available after seeing a bump in minutes in the blowout loss on Monday, but with Zach Collins operating as the backup center, Smith’s minutes aren’t guaranteed.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard • #5
11 months ago
Under normal circumstances, Carter and Phillips’ absences would not impact fantasy basketball. However, with the Bulls missing multiple perimeter players, the available options will likely log significant minutes on Tuesday. Talen Horton-Tucker and Patrick Williams should see their minutes increase due to the absences.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard • #2
11 months ago
Ball and Terry have been downgraded to out, which means the Bulls will once again lack perimeter options. Kevin Huerter is available and should play plenty against the Raptors. The good news for Ball is there’s optimism he’ll be able to play against the Trail Blazers on Friday. How his wrist responds to Wednesday and Thursday practices will determine whether he can play.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
Giddey will once again play through a sore right hip, just as he did against the Thunder on Monday. On the second night of a back-to-back, he’ll look to stuff the stat sheet again after nearly recording a triple-double against OKC.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
11 months ago
The Bulls list no fewer than nine players on their injury report, so the team could be thin at a number of positions. If Smith and Phillips sit, Patrick Williams and E.J. Liddell could absorb additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard • #2
11 months ago
Nearly all of Chicago’s backcourt is banged up, out, or expected to sit out Tuesday. Coby White figures to see monster minutes and usage, while Talen Horton-Tucker could see a big spike in playing time depending on the absences.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
11 months ago
Huerter and Terry join a number of other Bulls’ backcourt players on a growing injury list that suggests the team may punt this one against a tanking Toronto team.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
Giddey played through the injury in Monday’s loss to the Thunder, but he could get a breather on the second leg of Chicago’s back-to-back set. If he’s sidelined, Dalen Terry, Talen Horton-Tucker and Jevon Carter could all be asked to take on expanded roles.
Source: NBA Injury Report