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CHI • Forward-Center • #7
about 23 hours ago
Smith was back in the Bulls’ rotation after a two-game absence, and the playing time wasn’t too far removed from his season average (17.7 mpg). He didn’t shoot the ball well, but the rebounds and blocks will be helpful for deep-league managers who have Smith rostered. The Bulls begin a four-game Week 13 with a back-to-back on Tuesday and Wednesday, so there may be some questions regarding Smith’s availability.
CHI • Forward • #14
about 23 hours ago
Matching up with Cooper Flagg for the first time this season, Buzelis had a good night. However, it could have been much better for the second-year forward, who missed all five of his three-point attempts. As a result, Buzelis failed to record his third consecutive 20-point game. The most significant issue for Buzelis in fantasy basketball recently has been the foul line, where he has made 66.7 percent of his attempts over the past two weeks. He’s shooting 77.2 percent for the season, so there shouldn’t be too much concern about a player offering top-100 fantasy value.
CHI • Center • #9
about 23 hours ago
For the first time this season, Vučević has recorded double-doubles in three consecutive games. The Bulls spread the wealth offensively on Saturday, with seven players scoring in double figures. Vooch supplemented his double-double with a few assists and three “stocks,” the most in a game for him since December 21. Shooting 55.4 percent from the field, Vučević has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.
CHI • Guard • #11
about 23 hours ago
For the first time this season, Dosunmu has scored at least 20 points in consecutive games. His overall stat line was excellent, with the Bulls’ guard having an efficient night at the office. Add in the assists and steals, and this was a good way for Dosunmu to end Week 12. The Bulls begin a four-game Week 13 with a back-to-back on Tuesday and Wednesday. How high Dosunmu’s fantasy ceiling is depends partly on the availability of Josh Giddey (hamstring), who should be re-evaluated soon, per the timeline provided at the time of his injury.
CHI • Guard • #0
about 23 hours ago
The Bulls ended their three-game losing streak on Saturday, with offensive balance being the reason. White led seven Bulls in double figures with 22 points, making his first start since December 29. When available, his fantasy value has not met the expectations of fantasy managers, with White ranked just inside the top-150 in eight-cat formats. The Bulls begin a four-game Week 13 in Houston on Tuesday, and that’s the first game of a back-to-back.
HOU • Center • #28
1 day ago
Şengün has missed the last three games with a sprained right ankle, but he could be back sooner than the 10-14 days timeline provided by head coach Ime Udoka on January 5. If Şengün returns, Steven Adams will likely head to the bench, and Clint Capela will fall out of the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
1 day ago
Eason sprained his right ankle during the third quarter of Friday’s loss to the Trail Blazers and did not return. While Dorian Finney-Smith is available, Reed Sheppard is the player whose minutes increased the most after Eason’s exit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
1 day ago
Collins has been out since late December with a sprained left big toe. Bulls head coach Billy Donovan said on Saturday that the 6-foot-11 forward/center suffered a “pretty significant sprain” and will remain in a walking boot for the foreseeable future. Surgery isn’t currently on the table, but the team has been seeking additional opinions on Collins’ injury. Chicago will continue to rely on Jalen Smith to absorb most of the backup center minutes.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
1 day ago
Smith is officially back after a two-game absence. He was in the starting lineup before the injury and could return to that role on Saturday. If Smith starts, Kevin Huerter would come off the bench. Also, Lachlan Olbrich will likely fall out of the rotation entirely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
1 day ago
Huerter was ruled out for Thursday’s game against the Heat, but he did not officially miss a game since it was postponed. Since Coby White and Jalen Smith are also available, Huerter could be used in a reserve role on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
1 day ago
Smith has missed Chicago’s last two games, but he is expected to make his return to the lineup against Dallas. He had been starting prior to this absence, and Kevin Huerter has filled that spot. Huerter could return to the bench with Smith back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
2 days ago
Thompson is averaging 18.2 points per game this year, but has at least 20 points in five of his last six games. The 22-year-old point guard had a good game, his second night in a row with 24 points. Still, it wasn’t enough to prevent the Rockets from blowing a big lead in the fourth quarter with Kevin Durant on the bench. Thompson has provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. Houston will finish up their road trip Sunday in Sacramento.
HOU • Forward • #17
2 days ago
Eason played 16 minutes before spraining his right ankle and leaving Friday’s game with just over eight minutes remaining in the third quarter. Replaced in the lineup by Reed Sheppard, the Rockets’ forward was declared done for the night early in the fourth quarter. While Eason can be a valuable category league option, the inability to stay healthy has been an issue. The Rockets end their Week 12 schedule in Sacramento on Sunday.
Source: Will Guillory
HOU • Forward • #35
2 days ago
After hitting the game-winner in Monday’s game against the Suns, Durant has played well in two games against the Trail Blazers, but the Rockets have lost each matchup. The 37-year-old small forward has scored at least 30 points in three of his last four games. Durant is 16th-overall in per game value over the last two weeks. The Rockets close out the week against the Kings Sunday.
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
2 days ago
Smith has missed Chicago’s last two games due to concussion protocols. With Zach Collins also out, Lachlan Olbrich entered the rotation as Nikola Vučević’s backup, but the production to make the rookie a worthwhile streamer was not there. If Smith can play on Saturday, Olbrich will likely fall out of the rotation entirely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
2 days ago
Huerter was ruled out for Thursday’s game against the Heat, but since the contest was postponed, he did not officially miss a game. Coby White was available and moved back into the starting lineup, so Huerter will come off the bench if he’s allowed to play on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
3 days ago
White is back after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Pistons. With Kevin Huerter (back) unavailable, White can easily slide into the starting lineup without bumping anyone to the bench. White will be under a limit of 24-26 minutes.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
3 days ago
A late addition to the Bulls’ injury report, Huerter will not be available to provide production as a spot starter. Coby White (calf) is off the injury report after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Pistons, so he can slide into the spot left vacant due to Huerter’s absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
3 days ago
Huerter popped up on the injury report with Coby White (calf) coming off the injury report. With the Bulls in the second half of a back-to-back, there’s a chance that Hurter rests. He had eight points, four assists, and three rebounds in 30 minutes on Wednesday.
Source: Kevin Lu
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
3 days ago
This will now be three straight games that Smith has missed with a concussion. Patrick Williams played 15 minutes on Wednesday with Smith sidelined, and Julian Phillips played 14 minutes. Neither one is really fantasy viable.
Source: Kevin Lu
CHI • Guard • #0
3 days ago
White missed three games with a calf injury and then returned on Monday before sitting out Wednesday’s game against the Pistons. It seems like he’ll return for the second night of a back-to-back, which would move Tre Jones back to a smaller role.
Source: Kevin Lu
HOU • Forward • #17
4 days ago
Eason got up a lot of shots on Wednesday, but not a lot of them fell. His biggest near-make came in the closing moments of the game as he almost successfully tapped in a missed Kevin Durant jump shot at the buzzer to give the Rockets the win. Instead, the ball was still in his hand as the horn sounded, and the shot was waived off. Eason still had good fantasy production on the evening, thanks to his team-high and season-high in rebounds. Houston will face Portland again on Friday.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
4 days ago
Thompson was one of the Rockets’ most productive offensive performers on Wednesday. On efficient 50-percent shooting, the former fourth-overall pick notched his 14th 20-point game of the season, and fourth in the past five games. He made his usual contributions as a passer, but also hit the glass hard to finish as one of three Houston starters to collect double-digit rebounds. Thompson’s work on the defense end also added to his overall production on the night, leading to a nice night as far as fantasy basketball goes.
HOU • Forward • #35
4 days ago
On the heels of a game-winning shot against his former employer, the Suns, Durant delivered a fantastic scoring performance on Wednesday in the one-point loss. He tied a season-high in points, despite making just two three-pointers on the night. And with just one stock and no assists, there wasn’t much to the two-time Finals MVP’s final stat line. His scoring was the story in this game.
CHI • Center • #9
4 days ago
Over his last two games, Vučević has grabbed a total of 31 rebounds. While Detroit’s Isaiah Stewart outplayed him, the veteran center’s double-double will please those who have him rostered. Vučević’s fantasy ceiling may be limited, but he still offers a high floor. The lingering question is whether he’ll be on the move before the February trade deadline.
CHI • Guard • #11
4 days ago
The Bulls did not have Coby White or Josh Giddey for Wednesday’s game, and that usually results in a higher ceiling for Dosunmu. He didn’t start against Detroit, but the reserve guard shot 66.7 percent from the field and led the way offensively for Chicago. Rostered in 23 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has been a top-100 player over the past two weeks. Dosunmu is worth holding onto until the Bulls’ perimeter rotation returns to full strength.
CHI • Forward • #14
4 days ago
Buzelis has now scored at least 20 points in three of his last four games. However, recent injuries to Josh Giddey and Coby White have not resulted in the forward having a higher fantasy ceiling. Over the past two weeks, Buzelis has only been a 12th-round player in eight-cat formats. Hopefully, Wednesday’s performance will be something for him to build on, especially the defensive numbers.
CHI • Guard • #0
4 days ago
White played on Monday after missing the last three games for Chicago, but he will miss the first leg of this back-to-back, meaning he should be available to take on the Heat on Thursday. White played 25 minutes off the bench in that game, so Tre Jones should see a bump in minutes with White out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #14
4 days ago
Buzelis was upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Wednesday, so the most recent status upgrade was expected. With Coby White and Josh Giddey out, there should be more opportunities for the second-year forward on the ball. However, given the Pistons’ strength and depth, Buzelis’ fantasy ceiling may not increase much.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #14
4 days ago
Buzelis is dealing with an illness, but he’s expected to play through it against Detroit. He should handle his usual workload in Wednesday’s Central Division clash.
Source: NBA Injury Report