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Anfernee Simons Anfernee Simons (wrist) doubtful Wednesday
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 10:00 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anfernee Simons (wrist) is doubtful for Wednesday's matchup with the 76ers.
Analysis: Simons last played on February 21, but he's got a chance to return following a lengthy absence. Even if he's ready to take the court, his minutes will likely be closely managed, so he's not a recommended add for the fantasy playoffs. |
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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey has 15/7/13 line in win over Rockets
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 5:33 PM
Josh Giddey amassed 15 points (4-of-14 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, 13 assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in Monday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: Despite inefficient shooting, Giddey was impactful on the offensive end on Monday. His best asset, as usual, was his facilitating ??" he led all players in assists and was one of two players in the game to crack double figures in that department. The fifth-year guard also had production on the glass and was disruptive on the defensive end of the floor before finishing the night with a fairly balanced final line. The Bulls have three more games this week, meaning Giddey could have three more chances to deliver during this round of fantasy basketball playoffs. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton goes for 25 points off bench vs. HOU
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 5:26 PM
Collin Sexton logged 25 points (6-of-14 FGs, 9-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, three steals and four three-pointers in the win over the Rockets on Monday.
Analysis: Sexton came off Chicago's bench and provided a massive spark on Monday. His impact was immediate; the veteran combo-guard went 5-of-7 from the field in the first quarter, which consisted of three three-pointers en route to 17 open-quarter points. He was quieter for the rest of the way, but the tone he set early helped the Bulls build a big lead and play from ahead for most of the game. Sexton has now scored 20 or more points in five of the seven games he's appeared in during March. It would be reasonable to expect a similar outing from him against the 76ers on Wednesday. |
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Jalen Smith CHI starts Giddey, Jones, Buzelis, Smith, Richards
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 1:37 PM
NBA Lineups
Josh Giddey, Tre Jones, Matas Buzelis, Jalen Smith and Nick Richards will start Monday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: The Bulls have made a change to their starting lineup, with Smith replacing Collin Sexton. Because Smith is restricted to 22-24 minutes, Sexton's playing time may not take a significant hit despite coming off the bench. |
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Jaden Ivey Jaden Ivey (knee) to see doctor Monday night
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 12:31 PM
K.C. Johnson
Jaden Ivey (knee) will be evaluated by a team doctor on Monday after banging knees with another player during a recent practice.
Analysis: Ivey was initially listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets before being ruled out earlier in the afternoon. Unfortunately, a return to action may not happen as soon as he or the Bulls hoped. According to head coach Billy Donovan, Ivey banged knees with another player during a recent practice and will be re-evaluated on Monday. And it is no longer guaranteed that he will travel with the team for its upcoming four-game road trip. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (calf) available Monday vs. Rockets
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 12:18 PM
Jalen Smith (calf) is available for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Smith missed Thursday's loss to the Cavaliers, but will return after a one-game absence. Nick Richards will head back to the bench with Smith returning to the starting lineup against the Rockets on Monday. Smith will be limited to 22-24 minutes, according to Bulls coach Billy Donovan. |
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Anfernee Simons Anfernee Simons, Jaden Ivey out Monday vs. HOU
Mon, Mar 23, 2026, 7:52 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anfernee Simons (wrist) and Jaden Ivey (knee) are out for Monday's matchup with the Rockets.
Analysis: There's no clear timeline for either Simons or Ivey to return to Chicago's lineup. Until the pair is cleared to return, Tre Jones and Rob Dillingham should handle additional responsibilities. |
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Jaden Ivey Jaden Ivey, Anfernee Simons questionable vs. HOU
Sun, Mar 22, 2026, 10:14 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaden Ivey (knee) and Anfernee Simons (wrist) are questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Ivey and Simons have been out for extended periods, with the former having last played on February 11 and the latter on February 21. Given the time missed, both players are likely to have their minutes restricted if allowed to play on Monday. There isn't much to gain from slotting either into lineups immediately upon their respective returns. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (calf) questionable vs. Houston
Sun, Mar 22, 2026, 10:10 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Smith did not play in the Bulls' most recent game, a loss to the Cavaliers on Thursday. With Guerschon Yabusele (ankle) considered doubtful, the Bulls could be left with Nick Richards and Lachlan Olbrich to rely on at the center position. Richards would be worth streaming in this scenario. |
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Isaac Okoro Isaac Okoro (knee) doubtful vs. Houston
Sun, Mar 22, 2026, 10:03 AM
NBA Injury Report
Isaac Okoro (knee) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Okoro has missed Chicago's last six games with a right knee injury, and he's likely to remain out on Monday. Leonard Miller has moved into the starting lineup and should retain that role. |
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Tre Jones Tre Jones scores team-high 20 points vs. Cleveland
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 4:57 PM
Tre Jones accounted for 20 points (6-of-12 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), four rebounds, three assists, three steals and two three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: While his fantasy value recently has not been on par with that of Josh Giddey or Matas Buzelis, Jones has been a solid option. Over the past two weeks, the Bulls' guard has been an eighth-round player in eight-cat formats. Rostered in 28 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Jones is worth a look in some 12-team leagues, especially for managers seeking backcourt help. |
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Nick Richards Nick Richards posts 16 points, eight rebounds
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 4:56 PM
Nick Richards finished Thursday's loss to the Cavaliers with 16 points (7-of-11 FGs, 1-of-4 FTs), eight rebounds, one block and one three-pointer.
Analysis: With no Jalen Smith, Richards was in the Bulls' starting lineup for the second time in four games. He's recorded at least six rebounds in four straight and eight of his last nine appearances. Richards has not been productive enough to merit rostering in most leagues, but the rebounding value makes him worthy of a look on nights when Smith is unavailable. |
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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey dishes out career-high 19 assists
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 4:56 PM
Josh Giddey amassed nine points (4-of-11 FGs), six rebounds, 19 assists, one steal, two blocks and one three-pointer in Thursday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: While he failed to reach double figures in points, Giddey has dished out at least 10 assists in five of his last six appearances. The Bulls' guard has provided first-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. As long as Giddey is available, fantasy managers should receive excellent value, especially in the assist category. |
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Nick Richards CHI starting Giddey, Tre, Sexton, Matas, Richards
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 1:40 PM
Chicago Bulls
Josh Giddey, Tre Jones, Collin Sexton, Matas Buzelis and Nick Richards will start against the Cavaliers on Thursday.
Analysis: With Jalen Smith sidelined for the second leg of this back-to-back, Richards will get the starting nod at center. The other adjustment is Sexton entering the starting unit, which will push Leonard Miller back to the bench, though Miller should still play a significant role. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (calf) downgraded to out vs. Cleveland
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 12:25 PM
K.C. Johnson
Jalen Smith (calf) is out for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: After logging 17 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Raptors, Smith will not play on Thursday. Nick Richards was the replacement in the starting lineup the last time Smith was sidelined, and that should be the case on Thursday. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (leg) available vs. Cleveland
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 12:25 PM
Will Gottlieb
Collin Sexton (leg) is available to play against the Cavaliers on Thursday.
Analysis: Sexton was initially listed as probable, and he has now officially been cleared to suit up. He played 18 minutes on Wednesday and should see a similar workload against Cleveland. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (calf) questionable vs. Cleveland
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 10:20 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (calf) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Smith was in the lineup for Wednesday's loss to the Raptors, but he only played 17 minutes for injury management reasons. If he's unable to play against the Cavaliers, Nick Richards and Guerschon Yabusele will have added importance, with the former likely moving into the starting lineup. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (leg) probable vs. Cleveland
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 10:17 AM
NBA Injury Report
Collin Sexton (leg) is probable for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Sexton was back in the Bulls' rotation on Wednesday after missing the previous four games, playing 18 minutes off the bench. He'll likely take on a similar workload if allowed to play, making fellow reserve Rob Dillingham a more attractive option in deep leagues. |
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Isaac Okoro Isaac Okoro (knee) to remain out vs. Cleveland
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 10:13 AM
NBA Injury Report
Isaac Okoro (knee) is out for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Thursday's game will be the sixth that Okoro has missed due to a right knee injury. Leonard Miller has been his replacement in the starting lineup and should retain that role until Okoro returns. |
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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey held to nine points in loss to Toronto
Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 5:56 PM
Josh Giddey totaled nine points (4-of-13 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), three assists, one steal and one three-pointer in the loss to the Raptors on Wednesday.
Analysis: Giddey was one of several Bulls players who couldn't get on track on Wednesday. He tied a season-low in assists and was held to single digits in points for just the seventh time this season. There haven't been many subpar performances from Giddey this season, so fantasy managers shouldn't feel too worried about the point guard's ability to bounce back quickly. He'll have a chance to redeem himself Thursday against the Cavaliers. |
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