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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (calf) questionable vs. Denver
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 10:49 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Smith was limited to 24 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Raptors, which factored into Guerschon Yabusele playing 33 minutes off the bench in his Bulls' debut. Chicago would rely on Yabusele even more on Saturday if Smith can't play, and Nick Richards will also be available. |
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Tre Jones Tre Jones (hamstring) to remain out vs. Denver
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 10:46 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tre Jones (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Saturday's game will be the ninth that Jones has missed, having last appeared in a game on January 22. With the Bulls adding Jaden Ivey, Anfernee Simons and Collin Sexton to the roster at the trade deadline, there's little to gain from holding onto Jones in most fantasy leagues. |
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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey (hamstring) ruled out vs. Denver
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 10:28 AM
Josh Giddey (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Giddey was initially questionable for Wednesday's loss to the Raptors, but did not play, which led to rotation minutes off the bench for Yuki Kawamura and Mac McClung. Jaden Ivey, who started his Bulls debut, is the player to target if he's sitting on the waiver wire, and Collin Sexton will also be available on Saturday. |
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Anfernee Simons Anfernee Simons scores 22 points in Bulls debut
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:34 PM
Anfernee Simons accounted for 22 points (8-of-15 FGs), two rebounds, three assists, one block and six three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Raptors.
Analysis: A reserve during his time with the Celtics, Simons is back in a starting role with his trade to Chicago. While it's clear that he and Jaden Ivey have work to do in establishing their on-court chemistry, Simons had a productive night in Toronto. Despite the decreased role in Boston, he remained rostered in 75 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Those who stuck it out with Simons have a good chance of being rewarded for their patience. |
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Jaden Ivey Jaden Ivey posts 13 points, six assists vs. TOR
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:34 PM
Jaden Ivey finished Thursday's loss to the Raptors with 13 points (5-of-12 FGs), four rebounds, six assists, three steals and three three-pointers.
Analysis: In his Bulls' debut, Ivey logged 33 minutes, a far cry from the playing time that he was getting in Detroit. While the move to the Windy City means that he'll likely miss out on a chance to compete for a championship this season, it does allow Ivey to show that he can run a team. He's rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, but that number should increase with Ivey now in Chicago. |
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Anfernee Simons CHI starts Simons, Ivey, Okoro, Buzelis, Smith
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 1:09 PM
NBA Lineups
Anfernee Simons, Jaden Ivey, Isaac Okoro, Matas Buzelis and Jalen Smith will start Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Ivey and Simons will make their Bulls' debuts on Thursday, and they'll do so as starters. Chicago traded Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu in separate trades before the deadline, opening up spots for Ivey and Simons. Also, Guerschon Yabusele is available despite his trade from the Knicks being executed late Wednesday night. |
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Nick Richards Nick Richards rerouted to Bulls for Ousmane Dieng
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 8:53 AM
Shams Charania
Bucks have traded Nick Richards to the Bulls in exchange for Ousmane Dieng.
Analysis: Richards was rerouted from Milwaukee after initially being traded from Phoenix. The initial trade was expanded to include Dieng, with the first deal sending Richards and Nigel Hayes-Davis to the Bucks for Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey. Chicago traded Nikola Vucevic already, so Richards will be in the center rotation alongside Jalen Smith and Zach Collins. Smith should start, but he may not be the coveted option for the rest of the season that managers were hoping he would be if Richards takes away some of his minutes. |
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Tre Jones Tre Jones (hamstring) remains out vs. Toronto
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 5:55 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tre Jones (hamstring) has been ruled out against the Raptors on Thursday.
Analysis: Jones was made available for Chicago's last game, but he didn't see the floor. Now, he's been ruled out for this one. Jaden Ivey is expected to be available, and Collin Sexton could make his debut as well, which should help fill some of the guard minutes with Jones out. |
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Mac McClung Bulls sign dunk champ McClung to two-way deal
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:23 AM
Bulls signed guard Mac McClung to a two-way contract.
Analysis: The three-time NBA Dunk Contest champion appeared in three games for the Pacers earlier this season and two games for the Magic last year. He's averaging just 5.8 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in nine NBA games over his four-year career. |
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Leonard Miller Leonard Miller heading to Chicago in Dosunmu deal
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:15 AM
Shams Charania
Leonard Miller has been traded to the Bulls.
Analysis: The 2023 second-round pick has been viewed as a high-upside piece for a few seasons, but he hasn't been able to turn that into consistent production. That was on a contender. In Chicago, he'll be the tallest player on the roster, though there is still time for the Bulls to change that with more moves. Miller should be get a chance to at least play rotation minutes this season, which could lead to some production during silly season, but that doesn't justify him as a player worthy of a roster spot in standard leagues at this point. |
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Julian Phillips Julian Phillips (wrist) questionable vs. Toronto
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 11:21 AM
NBA Injury Report
Julian Phillips (wrist) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Phillips was not available for Tuesday's loss to the Bucks after logging 23 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Heat. His availability won't affect fantasy basketball, but there may be rotation minutes available if Phillips can play. |
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Tre Jones Tre Jones (hamstring) questionable vs. Toronto
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 11:19 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tre Jones (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Jones was made available for Tuesday's loss to the Rockets, but he did not play. How impactful his absence would be if Jones doesn't play on Thursday depends on the health of Josh Giddey and Ayo Dosunmu, and whether Jaden Ivey is available to make his Bulls' debut. Giddey and Dosunmu are also listed as questionable. |
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Josh Giddey Josh Giddey (hamstring) questionable vs. Toronto
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 11:16 AM
NBA Injury Report
Josh Giddey (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Giddey has missed Chicago's last four games with a strained hamstring. With the Bulls trading Coby White to the Hornets, they will be asking a lot of Ayo Dosunmu if he's healthy enough to play. Dosunmu is also questionable for Thursday's game, which could make this a showcase for Yuki Kawamura if Ayo and Josh can't play. |
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Ayo Dosunmu Ayo Dosunmu (quad) questionable Thursday
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 11:15 AM
Ayo Dosunmu (quad) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Dosunmu had 17 points and eight assists in 28 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Bucks. The 26-year-old point guard is on the injury report as questionable with some quad soreness for Thursday's game against the Raptors. A coveted asset in Chicago's suddenly crowded backcourt, Dosunmu missing a game this week is going to lead to trade speculation. Yuki Kawamura could be in line for a showcase game if Josh Giddey (hamstring) and Dosunmu sit out. |
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Ousmane Dieng Ousmane Dieng gets fresh start in Chicago
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 9:17 AM
Shams Charania
Ousmane Dieng has been traded to the Bulls.
Analysis: Dieng was never able to carve out a spot in the rotation for the Thunder since they drafted him 11th overall in 2022. He still has loads of untapped potential, and he should get a larger opportunity in Chicago. Keep an eye on him as silly season approaches since this trade indicates the Bulls could pivot towards improving their lottery odds. |
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Collin Sexton Chicago gets Sexton back in Coby White deal
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 9:09 AM
Shams Charania
Collin Sexton has been traded to the Bulls.
Analysis: Sexton has been solid as a reserve for Charlotte this year, which was enough for him to be the main piece for Chicago to acquire in this deal. He joins a crowded backcourt rotation for the Bulls, so the only path for him to provide value in standard leagues is for Chicago to make more moves, whether that means flipping Sexton or dealing another guard they currently have on the roster. |
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Coby White Coby White has 21 points, 10 rebounds in loss
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 5:18 PM
Coby White had 21 points (7-of-17 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 10 rebounds, three assists and two three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Bucks.
Analysis: Despite White's name popping up in trade rumors throughout the day, he started and had 21 points in 30 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Bucks. The fact that the 25-year-old point guard played at all suggests no trades involving him are close. White could be an odd fit if he were to remain with the Bulls for the rest of the season given the reported Bulls' acquisitions of Jaden Ivey and Anfernee Simons Tuesday. |
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Mike Conley Haynes: Conley not expected to stick with Bulls
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 2:47 PM
Chris Haynes
NBA Insider Chris Haynes reports Mike Conley isn't expected to remain with the Bulls past the trade deadline.
Analysis: Conley was moved from the Timberwolves to the Bulls in a three-team trade Tuesday afternoon. With the Bulls' glut of backcourt players, it's not much of a surprise that the organization plans to let the 38-year-old point guard move on. Chicago will work with Conley to find a trade partner, likely one in need of point guard depth. |
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Jalen Smith CHI starts White, Dosunmu, Okoro, Buzelis, Smith
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 1:45 PM
NBA Lineups
Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu, Isaac Okoro, Matas Buzelis and Jalen Smith will start Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: The lone change to the starting lineup is Smith, who is back after a two-game absence. He steps into the void left by Nikola Vu?evi?, who was traded to the Celtics earlier Tuesday in exchange for Anfernee Simons. Given the Bulls' lack of frontcourt depth, Smith will play heavy minutes as long as he's healthy. |
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Julian Phillips Julian Phillips (wrist) out Tuesday vs. Bucks
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 12:48 PM
Julian Phillips (wrist) is out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Phillips is still dealing with a wrist sprain that cost him multiple games in January. While the 22-year-old forward has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, his absence won't have much of an impact on the Bulls' bench rotation, let alone fantasy basketball. |
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