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Josh Giddey Giddey (hamstring) limited at Monday practice
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 10:55 AM
Will Gottlieb
Josh Giddey (hamstring) participated in portions of Monday's non-contact practice.
Analysis: Giddey being able to do some work during Monday's practice is a step in the right direction. However, he still wasn't a full participant in the non-contact session. Based on the timeline provided on December 31, Giddey should be re-evaluated sometime this week. While he's sidelined, Tre Jones will continue to serve as the starting point guard alongside Coby White. |
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Coby White Coby White (calf) sidelined Tuesday vs. Rockets
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 9:58 AM
NBA Injury Report
Coby White (calf) is out for Tuesday's matchup with the Rockets.
Analysis: White will get a maintenance day on the first leg of Chicago's back-to-back set, which isn't surprising. In White's absence, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter and Ayo Dosunmu are all candidates for increased run. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (concussion) plays 16 min in return
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:27 PM
Jalen Smith (concussion) tallied seven points (3-of-11 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), nine rebounds and two blocked shot in Saturday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Smith was back in the Bulls' rotation after a two-game absence, and the playing time wasn't too far removed from his season average (17.7 mpg). He didn't shoot the ball well, but the rebounds and blocks will be helpful for deep-league managers who have Smith rostered. The Bulls begin a four-game Week 13 with a back-to-back on Tuesday and Wednesday, so there may be some questions regarding Smith's availability. |
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Nikola Vucevic Nikola Vu?evi? drops 15 points, 12 rebounds
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:26 PM
Nikola Vu?evi? accounted for 15 points (6-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 12 rebounds, three assists, one steal, two blocks and one three-pointer in Saturday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: For the first time this season, Vu?evi? has recorded double-doubles in three consecutive games. The Bulls spread the wealth offensively on Saturday, with seven players scoring in double figures. Vooch supplemented his double-double with a few assists and three âstocks,â the most in a game for him since December 21. Shooting 55.4 percent from the field, Vu?evi? has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. |
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Ayo Dosunmu Ayo Dosunmu records 20/4/8/4 line vs. Dallas
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:25 PM
Ayo Dosunmu amassed 20 points (7-of-9 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists, four steals and three three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: For the first time this season, Dosunmu has scored at least 20 points in consecutive games. His overall stat line was excellent, with the Bulls' guard having an efficient night at the office. Add in the assists and steals, and this was a good way for Dosunmu to end Week 12. The Bulls begin a four-game Week 13 with a back-to-back on Tuesday and Wednesday. How high Dosunmu's fantasy ceiling is depends partly on the availability of Josh Giddey (hamstring), who should be re-evaluated soon, per the timeline provided at the time of his injury. |
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Coby White Coby White drops game-high 22 points vs. Dallas
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 4:24 PM
Coby White accounted for 22 points (9-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, three assists, one steal and two three-pointers.
Analysis: The Bulls ended their three-game losing streak on Saturday, with offensive balance being the reason. White led seven Bulls in double figures with 22 points, making his first start since December 29. When available, his fantasy value has not met the expectations of fantasy managers, with White ranked just inside the top-150 in eight-cat formats. The Bulls begin a four-game Week 13 in Houston on Tuesday, and that's the first game of a back-to-back. |
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Zach Collins Zach Collins (toe) to remain in walking boot
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 1:12 PM
Joel Lorenzi
Zach Collins (toe) will remain in a walking boot for the foreseeable future as the team seeks more opinions on the severity of his injury.
Analysis: Collins has been out since late December with a sprained left big toe. Bulls head coach Billy Donovan said on Saturday that the 6-foot-11 forward/center suffered a âpretty significant sprainâ and will remain in a walking boot for the foreseeable future. Surgery isn't currently on the table, but the team has been seeking additional opinions on Collins' injury. Chicago will continue to rely on Jalen Smith to absorb most of the backup center minutes. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (concussion) available Saturday
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 1:02 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (concussion) is available for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Smith is officially back after a two-game absence. He was in the starting lineup before the injury and could return to that role on Saturday. If Smith starts, Kevin Huerter would come off the bench. Also, Lachlan Olbrich will likely fall out of the rotation entirely. |
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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter (back) available Saturday vs. Dallas
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 1:00 PM
NBA Injury Report
Kevin Huerter (back) is available for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Huerter was ruled out for Thursday's game against the Heat, but he did not officially miss a game since it was postponed. Since Coby White and Jalen Smith are also available, Huerter could be used in a reserve role on Saturday. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (concussion) upgraded to probable
Sat, Jan 10, 2026, 8:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (concussion) has been upgraded to probable to play against the Mavericks on Saturday.
Analysis: Smith has missed Chicago's last two games, but he is expected to make his return to the lineup against Dallas. He had been starting prior to this absence, and Kevin Huerter has filled that spot. Huerter could return to the bench with Smith back. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (concussion) questionable Saturday
Fri, Jan 9, 2026, 10:38 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith (concussion) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Smith has missed Chicago's last two games due to concussion protocols. With Zach Collins also out, Lachlan Olbrich entered the rotation as Nikola Vu?evi?'s backup, but the production to make the rookie a worthwhile streamer was not there. If Smith can play on Saturday, Olbrich will likely fall out of the rotation entirely. |
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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter (back) questionable Saturday vs. DAL
Fri, Jan 9, 2026, 10:34 AM
NBA Injury Report
Kevin Huerter (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Huerter was ruled out for Thursday's game against the Heat, but since the contest was postponed, he did not officially miss a game. Coby White was available and moved back into the starting lineup, so Huerter will come off the bench if he's allowed to play on Saturday. |
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Coby White CHI starts Jones, White, Okoro, Buzelis, Vu?evi?
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 1:40 PM
NBA Lineups
Tre Jones, Coby White, Isaac Okoro, Matas Buzelis and Nikola Vu?evi? will start Thursday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: White is back after sitting out Wednesday's loss to the Pistons. With Kevin Huerter (back) unavailable, White can easily slide into the starting lineup without bumping anyone to the bench. White will be under a limit of 24-26 minutes. |
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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter (back) out Thursday vs. Miami
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 12:08 PM
NBA Injury Report
Kevin Huerter (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: A late addition to the Bulls' injury report, Huerter will not be available to provide production as a spot starter. Coby White (calf) is off the injury report after sitting out Wednesday's loss to the Pistons, so he can slide into the spot left vacant due to Huerter's absence. |
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Kevin Huerter Huerter downgraded to questionable on Thursday
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 8:15 AM
Kevin Lu
Kevin Huerter is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Heat with a back injury.
Analysis: Huerter popped up on the injury report with Coby White (calf) coming off the injury report. With the Bulls in the second half of a back-to-back, there's a chance that Hurter rests. He had eight points, four assists, and three rebounds in 30 minutes on Wednesday. |
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Jalen Smith Jalen Smith (concussion) remains out on Thursday
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 8:13 AM
Kevin Lu
Jalen Smith (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: This will now be three straight games that Smith has missed with a concussion. Patrick Williams played 15 minutes on Wednesday with Smith sidelined, and Julian Phillips played 14 minutes. Neither one is really fantasy viable. |
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Coby White Coby White (calf) off the injury report
Thu, Jan 8, 2026, 8:09 AM
Kevin Lu
Coby White (calf) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: White missed three games with a calf injury and then returned on Monday before sitting out Wednesday's game against the Pistons. It seems like he'll return for the second night of a back-to-back, which would move Tre Jones back to a smaller role. |
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Nikola Vucevic Nikola Vu?evi? posts 20/16/4 line vs. Detroit
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 3:24 PM
Nikola Vu?evi? amassed 20 points (9-of-20 FGs), 16 rebounds, four assists, one block and two three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Pistons.
Analysis: Over his last two games, Vu?evi? has grabbed a total of 31 rebounds. While Detroit's Isaiah Stewart outplayed him, the veteran center's double-double will please those who have him rostered. Vu?evi?'s fantasy ceiling may be limited, but he still offers a high floor. The lingering question is whether he'll be on the move before the February trade deadline. |
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Ayo Dosunmu Ayo Dosunmu scores team-high 24 points vs. Detroit
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 3:23 PM
Ayo Dosunmu accounted for 24 points (10-of-15 FGs), one rebound, three assists, one block and four three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Pistons.
Analysis: The Bulls did not have Coby White or Josh Giddey for Wednesday's game, and that usually results in a higher ceiling for Dosunmu. He didn't start against Detroit, but the reserve guard shot 66.7 percent from the field and led the way offensively for Chicago. Rostered in 23 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has been a top-100 player over the past two weeks. Dosunmu is worth holding onto until the Bulls' perimeter rotation returns to full strength. |
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Coby White Coby White (calf) downgraded to out vs. Detroit
Wed, Jan 7, 2026, 10:49 AM
NBA Injury Report
Coby White (calf) has been ruled out against the Pistons on Wednesday.
Analysis: White played on Monday after missing the last three games for Chicago, but he will miss the first leg of this back-to-back, meaning he should be available to take on the Heat on Thursday. White played 25 minutes off the bench in that game, so Tre Jones should see a bump in minutes with White out. |
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