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NOP • C • #21
1 day ago
Missi is dealing with a sore right foot and ankle and will join Zion Williamson (adductor) on the sideline for Tuesday’s game. While additional rotation minutes may be available to veteran Kevon Looney, he is not a player to roster in fantasy leagues.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
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
NOP • F • #1
1 day ago
Zion popped up on the injury report Tuesday afternoon after not initially being included on it. He had previously been dealing with a hamstring injury, but now it’s the right adductor that will keep him sidelined until at least Dec. 23. Saddiq Bey and Derik Queen should continue to be the main beneficiaries with Zion unavailable for at least a few weeks. Queen should be locked in as a starter for the rest of the season, while Bey should continue to start with Zion out. Bey has averaged 19.8 points, 10.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.6 triples over the last five games and is available in 66 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
NOP • F • #1
1 day ago
Williamson was off the injury report on Monday evening for his hamstring, but the adductor issue is a new one, suggesting he may sit this one out. Missi is also a late addition to the injury report, and if both he and Zion are forced to sit this one out, Derik Queen and Saddiq Bey should see even higher usage. Micah Peavey and Kevon Looney could soak up some additional minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
1 day ago
Murphy will return following a two-game absence, which means Bryce McGowens (who has played well with increased opportunities) will lose most of his streaming appeal. Hawkins is also back after two games on the shelf, but his return is less meaningful for fantasy managers given his playing time and lackluster production.
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.
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
2 days ago
Huerter played six minutes in the first quarter before exiting with an adductor injury. His absence frees up additional minutes for some Bulls reserves, most especially Julian Phillips. If Huerter misses time, Phillips won’t be worth a look in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Julia Poe
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
2 days ago
Collins has yet to make his first appearance of the regular season after suffering a fractured left wrist during the preseason. According to Bulls head coach Billy Donovan, the 6-foot-11 center will likely get in a few practices with the team’s G League affiliate. If all goes well, Collins could be available to play by the end of the week. His return impacts Jalen Smith more than any other Bulls, as he has served as Nikola Vučević’s backup.
Source: Joel Lorenzi
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
2 days ago
Collins hasn’t yet made his 2025-26 debut, and that won’t change against Orlando. Terry will miss a fifth straight game. Neither absence will have any meaningful impact on Chicago’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
2 days ago
White sat out Saturday against the Pacers for injury management on the second leg of Chicago’s back-to-back set. He was off the injury report on Sunday evening but added back in on Monday afternoon. White’s presumed absence from Monday’s game means Tre Jones and Ayo Dosunmu should see additional run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #15
3 days ago
After making a shot with 3:37 remaining in the fourth quarter, Alvarado reached for his right hamstring. He would then give a foul to exit the game, which may have happened even if he were healthy, as the outcome was no longer in doubt. However, the hamstring could be a concern for the Pelicans’ backup point guard. While Alvarado’s production hasn’t been great from a fantasy standpoint, backing up a rookie (Jeremiah Fears) has made him worth a look in some deep leagues. The Pelicans host Minnesota on Tuesday.
Source: Law Murray
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
3 days ago
Since returning to the Pelicans’ starting lineup on November 22, Bey has recorded four double-doubles in five games. Over the past week, he has provided second-round value in nine-cat formats, stepping up as a reliable option due to the Pelicans’ many injuries. Bey’s place in the starting lineup may be secure until Herb Jones returns from a strained calf, and that may not happen until Week 8 at the earliest. New Orleans plays three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
NOP • G • #11
3 days ago
With Trey Murphy, Herb Jones and Jordan Hawkins all ruled out due to injury, McGowens had more opportunities to contribute offensively in his second consecutive start. The wing, who’s on a two-way contract, recorded a career-high point total while shooting 50 percent from the field. McGowens’ fantasy value in Week 7 hinges upon Murphy’s availability. If Trey can play against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, there won’t be much to gain from adding McGowens to your roster.
NOP • • #
3 days ago
While it did not result in a victory, Fears had one of his best games of the season on Sunday. Shooting 50 percent from the field, the rookie guard recorded his fourth 20-point game and finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Rostered in 24 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Fears’ fantasy value has been low for most of this season. However, his role as the starting point guard makes him worth the risk in deep leagues. The Pelicans play three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday and Thursday.
NOP • C • #21
3 days ago
Missi will fill in for Zion Williamson as a starter for the second leg of the Pelicans’ back-to-back. Missi had 10 rebounds in 20 minutes off the bench on Saturday and should have a good chance to record a double-double as a starter.
Source: Dave McMenamin
CHI • • #
3 days ago
Olbrich hasn’t had much of a place in Chicago’s rotation, but with Jalen Smith (hamstring) out on Saturday, he was able to log 11 minutes. He’ll likely fill out the backup center minutes again on Monday with Smith still out, but that will only lead to minutes in the teens.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • • #
3 days ago
Essengue has played roughly six minutes across two appearances this year. His absence won’t alter Chicago’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #15
3 days ago
Phillips was a late scratch on Saturday, but that didn’t alter Chicago’s rotation. His status for Monday’s game won’t impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward • #25
3 days ago
Terry is expected to miss a fifth straight game, which has opened up extra minutes for Jevon Carter. However, it hasn’t had any impact on fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
3 days ago
Collins fractured his left wrist during the preseason and has yet to make his season debut. That isn’t expected to change against Orlando, but the status upgrade is a step in the right direction. When he returns, he’ll split the backup center minutes with Jalen Smith.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Center • #7
3 days ago
Smith will miss a second straight game, and with Zach Collins doubtful, Chicago will turn to smaller lineups when Nikola Vučević is off the floor. On Saturday, that meant relying on Matas Buzelis and Lachlan Olbrich to fill center minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Forward-Guard • #35
3 days ago
Okoro will miss a fifth straight game, which won’t impact many fantasy lineups. However, his continued absence will leave a starting spot open, which has lately been filled by Kevin Huerter, who will continue to be worth streaming with Okoro unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
3 days ago
White sat out the second leg of Chicago’s back-to-back on Saturday, but Bulls coach Billy Donovan said that would be the final back-to-back that they will officially rule him out for. He’ll be back to his typical role on Monday, which will push Ayo Dosunmu to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
3 days ago
Murphy and Hawkins will join Zion Williamson (hamstring) and a number of other players on the sideline for the second leg of New Orleans’ back-to-back set. Bryce McGowens could draw a second straight start, though he finished with an unimpressive 5/4/1/2 line across 26 minutes on Saturday.
Source: NBA.com
NOP • F • #1
3 days ago
Williamson will sit out the second leg of New Orleans’ back-to-back set, which means Saddiq Bey should have the green light on offense. Bey has been a strong scorer since joining the starting five, and with Williamson and Trey Murphy (elbow) sidelined, he could be in line for a big game.
Source: NBA.com
NOP • • #
4 days ago
Fears’ night in San Francisco ended prematurely, as he picked up his second technical foul and was ejected after exchanging words with Jimmy Butler. The back-and-forth happened during the final minute when the outcome was no longer in doubt, so fantasy managers didn’t miss out on too much. While inefficiency has been an issue for Fears, that’s expected of most rookies. The hope for dynasty managers is that this “on-the-job training” will pay dividends down the line.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
4 days ago
While Bey’s double-double streak ended at three games, he had another good night for the Pelicans. Over the past week, he’s provided top-25 value in nine-cat formats despite shooting 57.1 percent from the foul line. Starting alongside Zion Williamson, Bey will have value until Trey Murphy or Herb Jones returns from their injuries. And he’s rostered in 29 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so it won’t be challenging to find him on the waiver wire of most leagues.
NOP • F • #1
4 days ago
Williamson has scored at least 22 points in three of his last four games. What stands out from his performance on Saturday is the foul shooting. Williamson made 90 percent of his attempts against the Warriors, and he’s shot a respectable 79.5 percent over the past two weeks. While Zion doesn’t have to turn into an elite foul shooter, becoming respectable would do wonders for his fantasy value. The Pelicans play three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
CHI • Guard • #30
4 days ago
Jones was one of five Bulls to score in double figures in this game, and he matched Josh Giddey as the team’s leading scorer. He didn’t get the starting nod with Coby White (calf) sidelined for the second leg of this back-to-back, with Ayo Dosunmu (15/4/4) getting the bump. However, Jones was still able to make an impact. However, Bulls coach Billy Donovan said before the game that this was the final back-to-back that they’re planning for White to be held out of, so the opportunities for Jones and Dosunmu to play more minutes may be limited.
CHI • Guard • #3
4 days ago
Giddey was once again able to pour in the points, rebounds and assists, which is great for fantasy managers. He’s averaging career highs in all three, as well as in three-pointers. This was Chicago’s third straight loss, all coming against teams currently outside the postseason picture. Giddey will look to help them get back on track in Orlando on Monday to kick off a four-game week.
NOP • G • #11
4 days ago
The Pelicans are without Trey Murphy for Saturday’s game, as he sits with a sore right elbow. McGowens will fill the resulting void, giving him a shot at achieving fantasy relevance. However, managers should not feel obligated to stream him, as the wing is making his first start as a Pelican.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F • #25
4 days ago
Murphy is dealing with elbow soreness in his shooting arm, which will hold him out against Golden State. Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens should see a bump in minutes with Murphy with Jordan Hawkins also sidelined, though neither will become “must-stream” players.
Source: Will Guillory
NOP • G • #15
7 days ago
One game removed from scoring 16 points and giving the Pelicans a needed boost off the bench in a win over the Bulls, Alvarado was even better on Wednesday. He recorded season-highs in points and three-pointers while finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Jeremiah Fears (10/2/3 with one three-pointer in 26 minutes) remains the starting point guard, but Alvarado’s increased playing time and production make him worth a look in deeper leagues.
NOP • • #
7 days ago
As was the case in Monday’s win over the Bulls, Yves Missi (6/6/3/0/3) played more minutes than Queen. However, the split was closer to even, with Missi logging 29 minutes and Queen 24. The rookie did record nine assists, two shy of his season high, and his ability to facilitate offense should raise Queen’s fantasy ceiling in time. He has provided seventh-round value over two weeks, so losing playing to Missi has not done too much harm to Queen’s value.
NOP • G • #24
7 days ago
Not only did Hawkins hit double figures for the second time this season on Wednesday, but he notched season-highs in points and three-pointers. However, for as productive as he was in 15 minutes of action, Hawkins is not at the point where he should be rostered in redraft leagues. Wednesday’s performance may have earned him another shot at rotation minutes, especially with Herb Jones out, but it changes nothing in terms of Hawkins’ fantasy value.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
7 days ago
Bey extended his double-double streak to three games on Wednesday, and he remains a starter with Herb Jones unavailable. Over the past week, the Pelicans forward has been a top-50 player in nine-cat formats. We’re at the point where Bey can be trusted in a higher percentage of Yahoo! leagues, especially since he’s starting alongside Zion Williamson (17/5/4/0/2). And New Orleans ending Week 6 with a Saturday/Sunday back-to-back is another reason to consider adding Bey.
NOP • G • #24
8 days ago
Hawkins is back with the team after a personal matter kept him away for Monday’s win over the Bulls. While his playing time has increased since James Borrego was named interim head coach, Hawkins is not likely to get the minutes he needs to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
9 days ago
For the first time since December 2023, Bey has recorded a double-double in consecutive games. In Monday’s victory, he also notched his third 20-point game of the season and has provided unexpected deep-league fantasy value in New Orleans. Usually Zion Williamson’s replacement in the lineup when he’s unavailable, Bey started alongside him on Monday, as the Pelicans are without Herb Jones. With New Orleans having three more games in Week 6, Bey is worth a look in 14-team leagues.
NOP • F • #25
9 days ago
Murphy has scored at least 20 points in eight of his last 10 games, a stretch in which he’s provided top-20 value in nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Having a healthy Zion Williamson on the court certainly helps New Orleans, but it’s Murphy who has the most varied offensive skill set of the team’s rotation players. Expected to be a top-50 player based on his Yahoo! ADP (42), Trey has been a second-round player so far.
NOP • F • #1
9 days ago
Three Pelicans starters scored at least 20 points on Monday, with Williamson leading the way. He had a big night at the foul line, making 13 of his 16 attempts, and Zion is shooting 69.3 percent for the season. While that percentage isn’t high enough to prevent Williamson managers from punting that category, it’s nearly four points higher than his 2024-25 mark (65.6 percent). After a slow start to the season, he’s closing in on top-100 value in eight-cat formats, which is good news for those who have Williamson rostered.
NOP • G • #15
9 days ago
Alvarado was one of the Pelicans’ reserves who gave the team a welcome spark on Monday, and he finished with one of his best stat lines of the season. Alvarado finished two rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double, with the latter tally representing a new season-high. Jeremiah Fears (15/4/3 with two three-pointers) is the starter and will remain in that role for the foreseeable future, which limits Alvarado’s fantasy value. But he’s capable of chipping in when needed, as was the case on Monday.
NOP • C • #21
9 days ago
While the Pelicans scored 74 points in the first half, that did not keep interim head coach James Borrego from making a few lineup changes. Missi and Jose Alvarado were inserted into the lineup, with rookies Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen (8/5/4/1/1 in 17 minutes) being bumped to the bench. Missi had his best game of the season, recording a double-double with season-highs in points and rebounds. Add in the blocked shots, and Monday’s effort was a step in the right direction for the second-year center. As long as Queen remains the starter, there isn’t much to gain from rostering Missi right now. But keep an eye on him, as his value may expand during the “silly season.”
NOP • F • #1
9 days ago
Williamson is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Hawks, so he returns to the starting lineup. Micah Peavy heads to the bench, where he offers limited fantasy value at best. With Herb Jones still out due to injury, Saddiq Bey will continue to start.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • Forward • #5
9 days ago
Looney is dealing with a right heel contusion, but is available for Monday’s game against the Bulls. The 29-year-old power forward will have his usual bench role backing up Derik Queen.
NOP • G • #24
9 days ago
Hawkins has played nearly 18 minutes per game since James Borrego took over as the Pelicans’ coach. The 23-year-old guard will be out Monday as he’s dealing with a personal matter. Hawkins’ absence will impact the Pelicans’ rotation, but won’t change much from a fantasy basketball perspective.
NOP • Forward • #5
10 days ago
Looney, who has a right heel contusion, played 14 minutes off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Hawks. If cleared to play on Monday, he’ll take on a similar role, which does not affect fantasy basketball. If Looney sits, DeAndre Jordan may pick up a few minutes backing up starter Derik Queen.
Source: NBA Injury Report