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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith hits three triples, scores 15 points
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 5:29 PM
Jalen Smith amassed 15 points (4-of-10 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and three three-pointers in Wednesday's exhibition against the Bucks.
Analysis: As the Bulls await Nic Claxton's return from a hamstring injury he sustained early in training camp, Smith has filled the center spot. He isn't a rugged big man, but âStixâ provided late-round value when healthy last season. He's worth taking a flier on in drafts, especially since Claxton won't be re-evaluated until just before the regular season starts. |
Norman Powell Norman Powell scores 16 points vs. Milwaukee
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 5:26 PM
Norman Powell finished Wednesday's exhibition against the Bucks with 16 points (3-of-8 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), one rebound, one assist, one steal and two three-pointers.
Analysis: With the Bulls playing their starters and the Bucks not, Wednesday's game wasn't particularly competitive. Powell didn't do much beyond points and free throws, but there's little to take away from this performance for his fantasy outlook. Powell can provide middle-round fantasy value in 12-team formats, but managers need the veteran guard to stay healthy to get full value from rostering him. |
Buddy Hield Buddy Hield hits four triples, scores 15 points
Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 5:58 PM
Buddy Hield produced 15 points (4-of-7 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, one assist, two steals and four three-pointers in Sunday's exhibition against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Between Golden State and Atlanta, Hield wasn't a fantasy basketball factor last season. Could that change in Chicago? He's played consistent rotation minutes off the bench this preseason, and the veteran guard shot 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. While Hield had a good showing, there's no need to consider him in drafts. If he is consistently productive during the season, you can pick him up off the waiver wire. |
Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson posts 17 points, five assists
Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 5:50 PM
Caleb Wilson finished Sunday's exhibition against the Nuggets with 17 points (6-of-10 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, one block and one three-pointer.
Analysis: After logging 32 minutes in Friday's exhibition against the Grizzlies, Wilson played 17 on Sunday. The rookie forward committed five turnovers, but his shooting improved when compared to his 7-of-17 night against Memphis. With the Bulls rebuilding, Wilson will have a lot of leeway on offense, and he should be one of the NBA's top rookies. Fantasy managers will simply hope that efficiency won't be too much of an issue. |
Leonard Miller Leonard Miller goes for game-high 26 points
Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 5:47 PM
Leonard Miller tallied 26 points (11-of-14 FGs), seven rebounds, two assists and four three-pointers in Sunday's exhibition against the Nuggets.
Analysis: With Nic Claxton out with an injury, Miller has had more opportunities during the preseason. He hasn't started, but that didn't keep Miller from having one of the best nights of his NBA career, even if the game didn't officially count. He shot 4-of-6 from three and made his first six shots before finally missing early in the third quarter. Jalen Smith (11 points, three rebounds, one steal and three three-pointers) started in Claxton's place, but there should also be room for Miller. He shouldn't be selected in most drafts, but Miller may have streaming value at various points in the season. |
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Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson has 21 points, five threes vs. Memphis
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 4:46 AM
Caleb Wilson had 21 points (7-of-17 FGs, 2-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, one steal and five three-pointers against the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: Wilson started and played 32 minutes, which was the most of anyone on either team. The 20-year-old forward who was the fourth overall pick in the draft had 21 points on 17 attempts. He bounced back after missing all four of his three-point attempts in his last preseason game to make 5-of-11 threes against the Grizzlies. Wilson is an intriguing pick with upside in the top-75 of fantasy drafts this year. |
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Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson scores 15 points vs. Phoenix
Wed, Oct 7, 2026, 5:11 PM
Caleb Wilson finished Wednesday's exhibition against the Suns with 15 points (6-of-15 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, two assists and one steal.
Analysis: Wilson made his unofficial Bulls debut as a starter, and he should keep that role once the regular season begins. The rookie didn't have a good night from deep, missing all four of his three-point attempts, but that's an area where he performed better than expected during Summer League. Playing off a point guard like Josh Giddey should give Wilson ample transition opportunities, potentially offsetting any perimeter shooting concerns. |
Josh Giddey Josh Giddey dishes out seven assists in 23 minutes
Wed, Oct 7, 2026, 5:01 PM
Josh Giddey recorded seven points (1-of-6 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's exhibition against the Suns.
Analysis: While he didn't offer much in the points category, Giddey led the Bulls with seven assists while committing just two turnovers. Even with questions about his shot, Giddey is worth considering as early as the third round in 12-team leagues. While his percentages dipped slightly last season, the Bulls point guard averaged career highs in points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers. |
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Norman Powell Norman Powell sinks three triples vs. Phoenix
Wed, Oct 7, 2026, 4:58 PM
Norman Powell produced 14 points (3-of-4 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), one assist, one steal and three three-pointers in Wednesday's exhibition against the Suns.
Analysis: Making his Bulls preseason debut, Powell logged just 14 minutes on Wednesday. He shot the ball well, going 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. The overall stat line was lean, but Powell has top-75 fantasy potential in his new home. The question is availability, as Powell has appeared in 60 games or fewer in five of his last six seasons. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith records 13/8/1/2 stat line vs. Phoenix
Wed, Oct 7, 2026, 4:58 PM
Jalen Smith amassed 13 points (5-of-8 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist, two steals and two three-pointers in Wednesday's exhibition against the Suns.
Analysis: Nic Claxton is out with a hamstring injury, so Smith started at center for the Bulls on Wednesday night. Stix was solid, recording a stat line that lacked only a blocked shot over 20 minutes. Smith failed to crack the top-150 in nine-cat formats last season, but his value would rise if Claxton isn't a full go when the regular season begins. As a result, Smith is worth a late-round flier in drafts. |
Zach Collins Splitter: Zach Collins (toe) 'close' to returning
Tue, Oct 6, 2026, 7:38 AM
K.C. Johnson
Bulls coach Tiago Splitter said Zach Collins (toe) is âcloseâ to returning.
Analysis: Collins has been sidelined since undergoing season-ending toe surgery in February. With Nic Claxton dealing with a hamstring injury, Collins could occupy some of the center minutes to start the season, likely behind Jalen Smith. However, âcloseâ isn't a clear enough timeline for fantasy managers to take action on a potential backup center. |
Jordan Hawkins Report: CHI, Jordan Hawkins agree to two-way deal
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 1:32 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Bulls and Jordan Hawkins have agreed to a two-way contract.
Analysis: Hawkins, who was traded to Memphis in early September after three underwhelming seasons in New Orleans, didn't have to wait long for his next opportunity after being waived on October 2. He'll join the Bulls on a two-way contract, and while that doesn't offer fantasy value, it gives the former lottery pick a chance to kick-start his career. |
Nic Claxton Nic Claxton (hamstring) out at least two weeks
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 9:47 AM
K.C. Johnson
Bulls insider K.C. Johnson reports that Nic Claxton tweaked his hamstring and will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Analysis: Claxton was traded to the Bulls on June 22, but his debut will have to wait at least two weeks. It's unknown if Claxton's injury will force him to miss time in the regular season, but if it does, Jalen Smith would be the next man up at center, making him a late-round dart throw worthy of consideration in deeper leagues. |
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Josh Giddey Giddey (ankle) won't be restricted during camp
Mon, Sep 28, 2026, 11:43 AM
Joel Lorenzi
Josh Giddey (ankle) will not be restricted during training camp.
Analysis: Giddey, who underwent right ankle surgery in May, was cleared to play 5-on-5 in early September. He'll be able to practice without any restrictions when the Bulls open training camp on Tuesday. When available, Giddey offered excellent fantasy value last season, especially in assists. With Norman Powell, Caleb Wilson and Nic Claxton among the newcomers, Giddey could crack double digits in that category after averaging a career-best 9.1 assists per game last season. |
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Buddy Hield Shams: Bulls get Buddy Hield from Hornets in trade
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 12:07 PM
Shams Charania
Buddy Hield was acquired by the Bulls from the Hornets in exchange for Rob Dillingham, reports ESPN's Shams Charania.
Analysis: The Bulls also acquired cash as part of the deal. Chicago gets a veteran shooter in Hield, who was traded by the Hawks earlier this week. He averaged 7.6 points in 51 games last season. Hield can still shoot, but doesn't offer much more to fantasy managers at this point in his career. |
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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey (ankle) cleared to play 5-on-5
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 6:18 AM
DJ Siddiqi
Josh Giddey (ankle) has been cleared to play 5-on-5 with no restrictions.
Analysis: Giddey, who missed 28 games last season with the majority of his absences due to a strained left hamstring, underwent right ankle surgery in May. Given a three-month re-evaluation timeline, the Bulls' starting point guard recently resumed playing 5-on-5 and has not been restricted in any way. With Giddey now a full go, fantasy managers can approach their drafts with the mindset that he'll be able to hit the ground running. With the additions of Caleb Wilson and Nic Claxton to the Bulls' roster, Giddey is a legitimate threat to push his assist average into double figures next season (he averaged 9.1 helpers per game in 2025-26). |
Nick Richards Stein: Richards 'prime candidate' to sign with MIA
Tue, Aug 25, 2026, 5:48 AM
Marc Stein
NBA insider Marc Stein reports that Nick Richards is a âprime candidateâ to sign with the Heat.
Analysis: The Heat continue filling out their roster, most recently signing Klay Thompson to a two-year deal. However, they still need interior depth, and Richards is reportedly under consideration. Stein's report aligns with those of Heat beat reporters in recent days. However, if he were to sign with the Heat, Richards' addition would not have a significant impact on fantasy basketball. |
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Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson records 21 points, eight turnovers
Thu, Jul 16, 2026, 2:15 PM
Caleb Wilson notched 21 points (7-of-15 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Thursday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Wilson may have shot the ball reasonably well on Thursday, but this was his worst showing in Las Vegas by some distance. More damaging than the 1-of-6 day from beyond the arc was the turnover count, as the lottery pick was responsible for eight. Wilson has said he does not plan to sit at all, but the Bulls will have nothing to play for in their fifth and final game. And his absence could create opportunities for fellow first-round pick Dailyn Swain (four points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal), who has struggled throughout Chicago's time in Las Vegas. |
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Xavier Cooks Jaylin Sellers scores game-high 24 points vs. WAS
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 4:07 PM
Jaylin Seller accounted for 24 points (7-of-12 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), one rebound, three assists, three steals, one block and two three-pointers in Tuesday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: Not selected in last month's draft, Sellers agreed to a two-way contract with the Bulls shortly after the annual selection meeting concluded. During an in-game interview on Tuesday, the former Providence guard said that his goal is to become one of the best defenders in the league. While there's plenty of work to be done, Sellers showed off the tenacity required to make that dream a reality. The three steals and one blocked shot were excellent production for the guard, who also had a big night on the scoring end. Sellers is unlikely to affect fantasy basketball next season, but the Bulls' rebuild could lead to him getting credible minutes on occasion. |
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Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson gets first SL victory, scores 19
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 4:03 PM
Caleb Wilson finished Tuesday's win over the Wizards with 19 points (7-of-15 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists, one block and two three-pointers.
Analysis: After losses in his first two summer league games, Wilson got his first victory on Tuesday. The showdown between him and AJ Dybantsa never materialized, as the Wizards shut down the first overall pick, as well as Tre Johnson and Will Riley. Wilson knocked down two more three-pointers, and the perimeter shot that was his big weakness going into the draft has been an asset in Las Vegas. With the Bulls rebuilding and clearly viewing him as a key building block, one can make a case for Wilson being the first rookie off the board in drafts this fall. |
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