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CHI • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
Jones has been a starter all season, but with Coby White (calf) potentially making his season debut, Jones could be pushed back to the bench. Jones will likely start if White is out, but if both guards are sidelined, Kevin Huerter would be in line for another start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
White will have a chance to make his season debut on Sunday. He may have his minutes managed, but White should start if he plays. With Josh Giddey (ankle) listed as probable, Tre jones and Kevin Huerter will likely be pushed to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Giddey has missed Chicago’s last two games, with Kevin Huerter replacing him in the starting unit in both. However, with both Coby White and Tre Jones listed as questionable with ankle injuries, Huerter could remain a starter if both guards are held out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Tyson was injured during Monday’s overtime loss to the Heat and has missed the last three games, including Saturday’s matchup with the Grizzlies. As for when he could potentially be back, there’s no timeline for the second-year wing. Tyson remains in the first stage of the return process as he works his way through concussion protocols. Nae’Qwan Tomlin has entered the rotation recently, and he’s worth tracking, but fantasy managers should not feel obligated to pick him up.
Source: Jackson Flickinger
CLE • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Ball sat out the second leg of Cleveland’s back-to-back on Thursday, but he’ll be back to take on Memphis. He started on Wednesday with Donovan Mitchell getting a rest night, but Ball should return to playing a reserve role against the Grizzlies.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Tyson will remain out for a third straight game, which means Sam Merrill, Lonzo Ball and Craig Porter Jr. should continue to take on extended roles. Darius Garland (toe) is also still out, which should allow Merrill to remain a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
This will be a third straight absence for Garland since he aggravated his toe injury. There isn’t much clarity on how much longer he’ll be sidelined. Sam Merrill and Lonzo Ball should play larger roles with Garland out; Merrill should continue to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
White has yet to appear in a game in 2025-26, but he is nearing a return after logging his first full practice of the season. Giddey has missed two straight games, but he’s trending in the right direction. The Bulls’ next games will be Sunday against the Jazz and Monday against the Nuggets and White and Giddey may make an appearance in one of those two contests.
Source: K.C. Jones
CLE • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Merrill started a second straight game with Darius Garland (toe) sidelined, and this one was more productive than the first one. He started the year off as a starter and was effective, hitting 18 three-pointers over the first four games. He’s cooled off since returning from a hip injury, but the opportunity is still a good one for him. He should be a reliable source of triples as long as Garland is sidelined.
CLE • • #
about 2 months ago
Tomlin hasn’t been part of the rotation this season in Cleveland, but after logging 18 minutes in their last game, he played 22 minutes in this one and turned in a strong line. It was his best game of the season, but it wasn’t a career-high; he had 24 points in game 82 last year. This was a fun performance for Tomlin, but it doesn’t mean he should be considered anything more than a dynasty stash.
CLE • Guard • #45
about 2 months ago
Mitchell sat out the first leg of this back-to-back, but the added rest didn’t help his efficiency. He had a rough shooting night and set a new season-high for turnovers. Mitchell redeemed his night by getting to the free throw line early and often, which is where he accounted for nearly half his points. Still, it’s difficult to be overly critical of a 30-point performance. He’ll look to close out the week on a high note against the Grizzlies on Saturday.
CLE • Guard • #45
about 2 months ago
Both stars got a rest night against Miami on Wednesday but will be made available for the second leg of Cleveland’s back-to-back. Dean Wade will return to a reserve role with Mobley back, while Lonzo Ball will sit out after playing and starting on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Tyson remains in the league’s concussion protocol after suffering a head injury against the Heat on Monday. He may return on Saturday against the Grizzlies. Craig Porter Jr. and Dean Wade should see more playing time with Tyson out.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
Garland has now missed the last two games after aggravating his toe injury on Monday night. With Lonzo Ball also out for this one, Craig Porter Jr. figures to get a lot of action and could be worth an add in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Ball isn’t injured, but the Cavaliers are just being cautious with the health of their players with so many games this week. Donovan Mitchell was given a day off on Wednesday, but now that he will return on Thursday, Ball will take a seat for a game.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Ball started the first leg of the Cavaliers’ back-to-back, which means he will sit out for the second game. Donovan Mitchell was given a day off on Wednesday, but he will return on Thursday and occupy his typical spot in the starting unit.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
2 months ago
Hunter extended his streak of 20-point games to three on Wednesday, needing just 28 minutes to accomplish such. The three-point shot, once again, failed him, but his near-perfection from inside the arc helped him finish as one of two Cavaliers to cross the 20-point mark. Hunter has enjoyed a strong season thus far as a scorer — if he can find his rhythm from three-point land, he’ll be an even more impactful player in fantasy leagues.
CLE • Guard • #2
2 months ago
Ball had a nice offensive outing against the Heat. He was productive and efficient from beyond the arc, and made sure to get his teammates involved by utilizing his facilitating skills — the three-point shooting led to a season-high in points, and he tied a season-high in assists. Ball will likely return to the bench once Donovan Mitchell (rest) and Darius Garland (toe) return to the lineup. Nonetheless, he showed that he is still a productive player when given the minutes.
CLE • Center • #31
2 months ago
With three of Cleveland’s regular starters out, Allen logged his most impressive performance of the season against the Heat. He reached the 30-point mark for the first time and tallied double-digit made field goals for the second time. Allen had entered Wednesday’s contest shooting a career-worst 58.6 percent from the field, but his efficient 60.0 percent shooting on high volume should add a nice boost to his season-long numbers. He produced his second double-double of the season in the process.
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
2 months ago
One game removed from knocking down four three-pointers, Huerter missed all four of his attempts on Wednesday. However, he shot 10-of-13 from inside the arc, resulting in his second consecutive 20-point game. Huerter’s fantasy value depends on the availability of Josh Giddey, who’s missed the last two games with a sprained ankle. If Giddey is available for Sunday’s game in Utah, it will be safe to drop Huerter onto the waiver wire.
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
2 months ago
Still ranked outside the top-200 in eight- and nine-cat formats, Okoro has not done enough to merit being rostered in most fantasy leagues. However, he’s capable of having the occasional productive night, as was the case on Wednesday. Okoro hit double figures for the second time in three games and the fifth time this season, halfway to his total for the entire 2024-25 season. There’s no need to consider adding Okoro, but his performance against the Pistons was on par with what Bulls fans hoped they would get from Patrick Williams (7/5/1/1/1) consistently.
CHI • Forward • #14
2 months ago
Buzelis recorded his first double-double of the season on Wednesday, with the 14 rebounds being a career-high. While he hasn’t reached his Yahoo! ADP (80) just yet, the second-year forward is providing top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. While things may change once the Bulls have Josh Giddey and Coby White in the lineup together, Buzelis has shown enough that fantasy managers should be confident that his value won’t take much of a hit, if any, when that time comes.
CLE • Guard • #2
2 months ago
The Cavs’ opening lineup in the rematch against the Heat will exclude several notable players, including Donovan Mitchell (rest), Evan Mobley (rest), and Darius Garland (toe). The absence of three regular starters will open the door for several players to step up and make an impact. Aside from those players joining the starting lineup on Wednesday, Jaylon Tyson is a player who could be a good streaming option in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • • #
2 months ago
Nance is available after missing two games with a left knee contusion. Since Evan Mobley is getting the night off, there should be rotation minutes available to Nance. However, he is not worth the risk in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
CLE • • #
2 months ago
Nance has missed Cleveland’s last two games with a left knee contusion, resulting in more minutes for fellow reserve Dean Wade. However, both players are in line for increased playing time on Wednesday, as Evan Mobley (rest) will not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard-Forward • #24
2 months ago
Tyson has entered the league’s concussion protocol after suffering a head injury during Monday’s loss to the Heat. With Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell also out, the Cavaliers will rely heavily on Craig Porter Jr. and De’Andre Hunter to absorb the available minutes. They’ll both be worth rostering out of necessity, with the latter already being an option in some 12-team formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #45
2 months ago
The Cavaliers will be down multiple rotation players on Wednesday, including Mitchell and Mobley. They’ll sit for rest reasons, with the former having missed time earlier this season with a hamstring injury. Sam Merrill and Dean Wade will likely play heavy minutes against the Heat, and they would be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #10
2 months ago
Garland injured his left toe during Monday’s loss to the Heat, exiting for good during the third quarter. The good news is that the Cavaliers are describing Garland’s absence as left toe injury management, so this may not be a long-term injury. Sam Merrill will have more opportunities on Wednesday and will likely start, as Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley are also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #3
2 months ago
Injured during the third quarter of Saturday’s loss to Cleveland, Giddey did not play in Monday’s loss to San Antonio. His spot in the starting lineup was filled by Kevin Huerter, who tallied 23 points, five rebounds, five assists, one block and four three-pointers. He’s worth streaming if Giddey remains out, while managers in deeper leagues should also consider Ayo Dosunmu.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #4
2 months ago
Nine of Mobley’s 11 rebounds were of the offensive variety, and he also dished out five assists. Monday’s overtime defeat was the Cavaliers forward’s first this season with at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and five assists. Mobley, who had a Yahoo! ADP of 19, has not performed to that level, but he is a top-50 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. Jarrett Allen (14/7/2/0/1) only played 21 minutes on Monday, and he’s taken a back seat to Mobley in the frontcourt. Mobley is more than capable of meeting the preseason expectations; fantasy managers need to stay patient.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
2 months ago
One game removed from tallying a season-high 29 points, Hunter dropped in 23 more in Monday’s overtime defeat. Rostered in 31 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s ranked just outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats. Hunter hasn’t been the best option in standard category leagues, but the current circumstances in Cleveland make him worth a look. He’ll likely be a starter until Max Strus returns from offseason surgery, and the Cavaliers may be without Darius Garland after he injured his toe during Monday’s game.
CLE • Guard • #45
2 months ago
Mitchell struggled with his three-point shot on Monday, shooting 3-of-16. However, his third triple was an improbable shot with four-tenths of a second remaining in overtime that appeared destined to force a second extra session. Andrew Wiggins had other ideas, taking advantage of a botched switch to dunk home the winner as time expired. Of greater importance to Mitchell and the Cavaliers is that Darius Garland left Monday’s game in the third quarter after injuring the left big toe, which was operated on during the spring. If he has to miss time, Mitchell will return to the point, with Sam Merrill (12/2/2 with four three-pointers) rejoining the starting lineup. Cleveland plays Miami again on Wednesday.
Source: NBA
CHI • Guard • #11
2 months ago
Dosunmu recorded his third 20-point game of the season on Monday, helping pick up the slack offensively on a night when the Bulls did not have Josh Giddey (ankle). The former second-round pick may be rostered in less than 20 percent of Yahoo! leagues, but he is providing top-100 value in nine-cat formats. Dosunmu’s streaming value is dictated by the availability of Josh Giddey, who did not play on Monday due to a sprained ankle. If Giddey can’t play against the Pistons on Wednesday, don’t hesitate to consider Dosunmu in deep leagues, even if he doesn’t start.
CHI • Guard • #30
2 months ago
Due to Coby White’s calf injury, Jones has been a starter since the beginning of the season. However, Josh Giddey joining White on the sideline for Monday’s game gave Jones more room to operate with the ball in his hands. Not only did he record seven assists, but the point guard notched his first 20-point game of the season. Jones has scored 15 points or more in four of his last five games and is ranked within the top-50 in nine-cat formats. Rostered in 31 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s worth a look while the Bulls are without their expected starting backcourt.
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
2 months ago
With Josh Giddey (ankle) unavailable, Huerter made his first start of the season on Monday. And “Red Velvet” was excellent, shooting over 50 percent from the field and finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Rostered in 14 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Huerter is providing seventh-round value in nine-cat formats. He isn’t a must-roster player when the Bulls are whole, but with Giddey and Coby White out, Huerter is a worthwhile streamer.
CLE • Guard • #10
2 months ago
Garland appeared to injure his left big toe late in the second quarter of Monday’s game. He did return to begin the third quarter but would eventually give a foul and then head back to the locker room. The concern is that this is the same toe he injured in March, ultimately requiring surgery at the end of Cleveland’s playoff run. If he misses time, the Cavaliers will likely turn to Donovan Mitchell to run the point, with Sam Merrill re-entering the starting lineup.
Source: Spencer Davies
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
2 months ago
The Bulls are without Josh Giddey (ankle) for Monday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Huerter will fill the resulting void, raising his fantasy value. However, Ayo Dosunmu also benefits from Giddey’s absence despite coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Forward • #44
2 months ago
Williams was initially probable for Monday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll provide additional depth off the bench, which makes him a player only worthy of consideration in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #10
2 months ago
Garland is back in the lineup after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Bulls, which was Cleveland’s second game in as many nights. His return pushes Jaylon Tyson to the bench. While the second-year wing’s already-low fantasy value takes a hit, he’ll remain in the rotation.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • • #
2 months ago
Monday’s game will be the second Nance has missed with what’s been described as a minor left knee contusion. His absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, but it should mean a few more minutes for fellow reserve Dean Wade. There’s no need to consider streaming him since Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen are healthy.
Source: Cleveland.com
CHI • Guard • #3
2 months ago
Injured during Saturday’s loss to the Cavaliers, Giddey has been downgraded from questionable to out for Monday’s matchup. Tre Jones, who was already in the starting lineup, will have a higher fantasy ceiling, while Ayo Dosunmu and Kevin Huerter are in the running to fill the void left by Giddey.
Source: Jeff McDonald
CHI • Guard • #0
2 months ago
White’s G League assignment means he is getting closer to a return, and he’s got a chance to return as soon as the Bulls’ upcoming road trip. Until White is back on the court, Tre Jones is worth holding and streaming.
Source: Julia Poe
CHI • Forward • #44
2 months ago
Williams recently sprained a finger on his left hand, but he’s a right-handed shooter, and the probable tag suggests he’ll be cleared to play on Monday. If so, his role won’t change much, even if Josh Giddey (ankle) is downgraded from questionable to out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #3
2 months ago
Giddey sprained his right ankle during the second half of Saturday’s loss to the Cavaliers while attempting to guard De’Andre Hunter on the perimeter. His absence would leave a massive hole in the Bulls’ starting lineup, as Coby White is also out. Kevin Huerter could be moved into the starting lineup, and this would also raise Tre Jones’ fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • • #
2 months ago
Nance was not available for Saturday’s win over the Bulls, which was Cleveland’s second game in as many nights. Dean Wade absorbed most of the minutes that would have gone to Nance, with Tyrese Proctor sneaking into the back end of the rotation. That will likely remain the case if Nance cannot play on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Guard • #45
2 months ago
Mitchell stepped out of the metaphorical phone booth in the closing moments, scoring eight straight points in 65 seconds — including a go-ahead bucket with 34 seconds left — to help Cleveland erase a six-point deficit in the final two minutes. The 29-year-old scoring machine has been a top-10 fantasy player early in the season, averaging 30 points, three rebounds, five assists, and two steals through nine games. The Cavaliers have won four straight and will look to keep rolling when they open a two-game set in Miami on Monday evening.
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
2 months ago
Smith provided a spark off the bench for Chicago as a certifiable one-man wrecking crew, knocking down all four three-point attempts and grabbing double-digit rebounds to notch a double-double in less than 20 minutes. That’ll work. The 25-year-old sharp-shooting big man is averaging 12 points and six rebounds across four games over the past week, which gives him some appeal for fantasy purposes in deeper leagues.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
2 months ago
Hunter stepped up to shoulder more of the scoring and play-making workload in this one with Darius Garland, who made his season debut earlier this week following offseason toe surgery, held out on the tail-end of a back-to-back. Jaylon Tyson got the start in place of Garland, which figures to happen again early next week against the Heat. He finished with 17 points and seven rebounds in 30 minutes. Hunter delivered several highlight-reel worthy plays, including four three-pointers and a massive dunk after dropping Josh Giddey with a phenomenal crossover in the second quarter.
CHI • Guard • #11
2 months ago
Dosunmu was initially listed as probable after playing 20 minutes on Friday night. Bulls coach Billy Donovan said Dosunmu will remain on a minutes restriction, but it shouldn’t last much longer beyond Saturday’s game.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Guard • #11
2 months ago
Dosunmu missed Tuesday’s game against the 76ers with a quad injury. The 25-year-old shooting guard returned Friday night against the Bucks and had seven points and three assists in 20 minutes. The Bulls want to avoid giving Dosunmu heavy minutes while he’s still dealing with the quad injury and that lowers his fantasy ceiling.
CHI • Guard • #3
2 months ago
While many expected that Giddey merely scratched the surface of what he’s capable of in Chicago last season, his start to the 2025-26 campaign has exceeded expectations. He’s close to averaging a triple-double and has recorded at least 10 assists in five of Chicago’s eight games. Giddey will look to get Chicago back into the win column when they visit the Cavaliers on Saturday.
CHI • Guard • #30
2 months ago
Valued mainly for his assist production and low turnover numbers, Jones has been more valuable than anticipated as a scorer. He’s reached double figures in six of eight games, with Friday’s total being a season-high. With Coby White (calf) expected to miss a few more weeks, Jones is worth holding onto. However, that will change once White is cleared to play.
CHI • Forward • #14
2 months ago
Based on his Yahoo! ADP, Buzelis is expected by many fantasy managers to be a top-100 player this season. Thus far, he’s met those expectations, most recently finishing Friday’s defeat with a complete stat line. Buzelis recorded his third 20-point game of the season, two shy of his total during the 2024-25 campaign. Buzelis is already rostered in 90 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so he isn’t going to be found on many waiver wires. Chicago visits Cleveland on Saturday to complete its Week 3 slate.
CHI • Guard • #11
2 months ago
Dosunmu is available after missing Tuesday’s win over the 76ers with a quad injury. However, he will be limited to 24 minutes on Friday, which lowers Dosunmu’s fantasy ceiling. Dalen Terry may pick up a few minutes off the bench, but he is not worth rostering in fantasy leagues.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Guard • #11
2 months ago
Dosunmu practiced on Thursday after Chicago’s last two games, which is a positive sign for his chances of playing against Milwaukee. If he does return, Dalen Terry and Jevon Carter will be pushed back out of the rotation after playing small roles over the past two games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
2 months ago
White has been sidelined since August with a strained calf but appears to be inching closer to a return. Donovan said the 25-year-old would do on-court work with player development staff after practice on Thursday, and then the team would evaluate where he is in his recovery timeline. Tre Jones has been starting in place of White but will be pushed to the bench when White returns.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Guard • #11
2 months ago
The 25-year-old did not play on Tuesday against the 76ers while nursing a quad injury, but he does seem to be on track to return on Thursday. He’s averaged 16.2 points, 3.2 assists, and 3.0 rebounds per game off the Bulls’ bench, so his return would certainly be a welcome one. Dalen Terry and Jevon Carter have taken on extra minutes with Dosunmu out but will be pushed out of the rotation when Dosunmu returns.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Center • #9
2 months ago
Vučević was only 1-of-5 from beyond the arc on Tuesday, but the lone make was huge. His corner three with 3.4 seconds remaining capped a 24-point rally for the Bulls, who are now 6-1 on the season. Vooch has recorded five double-doubles in seven games, showing he may have more staying power than some fantasy managers believed before the season began. Vučević and backup Jalen Smith (14 points, four rebounds and three three-pointers) combined to outplay their 76ers counterparts, a significant factor in Chicago’s ability to rebound from a slow start.
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
2 months ago
Okoro has hit double figures in consecutive games for the first time this season. Tuesday’s point total was a season-high for the wing, whose defensive ability is why he was inserted into the starting lineup to begin the season. Okoro still isn’t at the point where he can be considered in most fantasy leagues, but his career is in a better place than it was with the Cavaliers.
CHI • Guard • #3
2 months ago
Giddey was sensational in the Bulls’ comeback victory, recording his second triple-double of the season. His 12th assist of the night was the point guard’s most important, as he found Nikola Vučević in the right corner for a three-pointer with 3.4 seconds remaining that won the game. Giddey’s hot start is a critical reason why the Bulls are now 6-1, and he’s shown no signs of slowing down. With Coby White (calf) expected to miss a few more weeks, Giddey managers have an interesting dilemma: sell high, or continue to ride the wave?