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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey records six assists vs. New York
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 4:57 PM
Josh Giddey finished Wednesday's loss to the Knicks with 10 points (4-of-7 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), one rebound, six assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: After a rough first three games to begin the season, Giddey has shot 50 percent or better from the field in three of his last five outings. The final line against the Knicks wasn't great, but at least category-league managers didn't take a hit in the field-goal percentage category. |
Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson held to season-low five points
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 4:54 PM
Caleb Wilson recorded five points (2-of-12 FGs), five rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: After scoring at least 16 points in each of his first seven appearances, Wilson had his first bad game as a pro. The rookie forward shot 2-of-12 from the field, making just one of seven three-point attempts. Even worse for category-league managers was that the overall stat line was subpar. Wilson will look to bounce back on Sunday against the 76ers in another challenging matchup. |
Norman Powell Norman Powell goes cold from deep vs. New York
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 4:51 PM
Norman Powell accounted for 12 points (3-of-12 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), one rebound and one assist in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: Powell, who dropped 30 points in the Bulls' October 28 home loss to the Knicks, struggled mightily in Wednesday's rematch. The veteran guard missed all five of his three-point attempts, and he needed a 6-of-7 night at the foul line to reach double figures in points. Despite averaging 19.3 points per game, Powell has been an underwhelming option in category leagues. |
Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (hand) won't return against Knicks
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 2:31 PM
KC Johnson
Jalen Smith (hand) will not return against the Knicks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Jalen Smith sustained the injury after a hard fall. Once Nicolas Claxton returns, he will be the presumed starter. Until then, look for Zach Collins to take the majority of the minutes that Jalen Smith had. |
Nic Claxton Nic Claxton (hamstring) out Wednesday vs. Knicks
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 11:35 AM
Nic Claxton (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Claxton will miss Wednesday's game against the Knicks with a left hamstring strain. Jalen Smith (finger) is available to play and should start with Claxton sidelined. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (finger) upgraded to available Weds.
Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 11:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (finger) is available for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: With Nic Claxton (hamstring) out for another game, Smith will continue to start at center for the Bulls. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (finger) probable Wednesday vs. NYK
Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 11:24 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (finger) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Yet to miss a game this season, Smith has filled in for the injured Nic Claxton as the Bulls' starting center. However, with Claxton close to making his Bulls debut, Smith's role will likely change soon. |
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Nic Claxton Nic Claxton (hamstring) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 11:22 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nic Claxton (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: For the first time this season, the Bulls have listed Claxton as questionable ahead of a game. If he can play on Wednesday, Zach Collins could see his playing time decrease after playing 10 minutes in Monday's loss to the 76ers. The question is whether the Bulls would start Claxton immediately; that would push Jalen Smith to the bench. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith tallies 13/7/4 line vs. Philadelphia
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 4:44 PM
Jalen Smith finished with 13 points (6-of-10 FGs), seven rebounds, four assists and one three-pointers against the 76ers on Monday.
Analysis: Smith played through a finger injury and remained in the starting role that he has held all season. This was a decent performance for him during what has been a strong start to the year. However, Nic Claxton (hamstring) is getting closer to making his debut for Chicago. When Claxton is healthy and up to speed, he'll likely be this team's starting center. Smith holds value as a temporary starter, but when Claxton returns, Smith's value will take a big hit. |
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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey turns in 13/4/10/1/2 line vs. 76ers
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 4:40 PM
Josh Giddey posted a double-double on Monday with 13 points (5-of-15 FGs), four rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers against the 76ers.
Analysis: Giddey's scoring struggles continued in this game, but when he has played at least 25 minutes in a game this season, he has dished out at least 10 assists. That trend continued in this game, which ended up being one of his better performances this season. Giddey certainly hasn't played to his ADP to this point of the year, but outings like this one will certainly help redeem his value. |
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Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson puts up 24/7/4/4 line vs. Philly
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 4:37 PM
Caleb Wilson led the Bulls with 24 points (9-of-17 FGs), seven rebounds, four assists, four steals and four three-pointers in a 126-107 loss to the 76ers on Monday.
Analysis: Wilson continues to be the star of the show in Chicago, and it has worked out well in fantasy basketball. This was the first game he didn't record at least one steal and one block, but he made up for it with a career high in steals. He has dished out exactly four assists and scored at least 20 points in three straight games, and he has scored fewer than 20 points in only two games. Plus, he has 13 triples over their last three games. The expectation was that he would be a fantasy stud, but his offensive production wasn't supposed to be this good this quickly. |
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Xavier Cooks Tobe Awaka (ankle) upgraded to available Monday
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 11:49 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tobe Awaka (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Awaka is set to play after being listed as probable on the Bulls' initial injury report. While the rookie has been an active rebounder when he gets minutes, Awaka isn't someone you should roster in redraft leagues. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (finger) available vs. Philadelphia
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 11:48 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (finger) is available to play against the 76ers on Monday.
Analysis: Smith was initially listed as probable, and he has now officially been cleared to suit up. Nic Claxton (hamstring) will remain out after being listed as doubtful. Smith will remain a starter for this game, though he will likely lose the job when Claxton is available. |
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Nic Claxton Nic Claxton (hamstring) downgraded to out Monday
Mon, Nov 2, 2026, 11:47 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nic Claxton (hamstring) is out for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: While Claxton fully participated in Sunday's practice, he isn't ready to appear in games yet. Jalen Smith will continue to start until that changes. |
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Xavier Cooks Tobe Awaka (ankle) probable Monday vs. 76ers
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 10:13 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tobe Awaka (ankle) is probable for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Awaka played 12 minutes off the bench in Friday's loss to the Celtics, grabbing 12 rebounds after initially being listed as probable. Whether he sees action on Monday likely depends on Nic Claxton's availability (hamstring), as Claxton is doubtful to make his Bulls debut. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (finger) probable Monday vs. 76ers
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 10:11 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (finger) is probable for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Smith was also probable ahead of Friday's loss to the Celtics, a game in which he recorded 12 rebounds and two blocks. Nic Claxton (hamstring) is doubtful for his Bulls debut, so Smith is likely to start if his status improves. |
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Nic Claxton Nic Claxton (hamstring) doubtful Monday vs. 76ers
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 10:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Nic Claxton (hamstring) is doubtful for Monday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Claxton fully participated in Sunday's practice, and the door may be open for his first appearance for the Bulls. However, he's still listed as doubtful, so the chances of that happening on Monday are slim. Jalen Smith will start at center until Claxton is cleared to play. |
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Nic Claxton Nic Claxton (hamstring) practiced fully Sunday
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 6:49 AM
K.C. Johnson
According to Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter, Nic Claxton (hamstring) fully participated in Sunday's practice.
Analysis: Acquired from the Nets in a multi-team trade this summer, Claxton strained his hamstring in early October and has been out since. However, his Bulls debut may not be far away, as he practiced on Sunday without limitations. Jalen Smith has been the starting center in Claxton's absence, and managers may want to hold onto him until Claxton can play with no restrictions on his playing time. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith corrals 12 rebounds vs. Boston
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 4:12 PM
Jalen Smith tallied five points (2-of-8 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 12 rebounds, one assist and two blocked shots.
Analysis: Smith had a rough night shooting the basketball, missing all five of his three-point attempts. Still, fantasy managers had something to work with, as the Bulls center hit double digits in rebounds for the third time in six games and blocked two shots. Even with Smith's offensive struggles against the Celtics, he needs to be rostered, especially while the Bulls await Nic Claxton's return from a strained hamstring. |
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Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson posts 23/5/4/1/2 line vs. Boston
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 4:11 PM
Caleb Wilson accounted for 23 points (7-of-16 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, one steal, two blocks and six three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: Perimeter shooting was seen as a weakness of Wilson's during the pre-draft process, and he entered Friday shooting 22.2 percent from beyond the arc. Against the Celtics, the rookie forward made six of his 11 attempts as part of a complete stat line. Wilson has been one of the most valuable rookies in fantasy basketball so far, and that shouldn't change anytime soon. |
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