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Report: Bulls swap G Alex Caruso for Thunder G Josh Giddey The Chicago Bulls dealt NBA All-Defensive guard Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder straight up for guard Josh Giddey, ESPN reported Th...

JUNE 20 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Traded to Oklahoma City Caruso was traded from the Bulls to the Thunder in exchange for Josh Giddey on Thursday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact After spending the first four years of his career with the Lakers, Caruso played in Chicago over the past three seasons. He had a career-best year during the 2023-24 campaign, averaging 10.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.7 steals in 28.7 minutes per game while making 71 appearances. The 30-year-old will join a talented Thunder squad that finished last season as the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, and he'll provide a solid shooting presence as long as he can remain healthy during the 2024-25 season.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Wembanyama becomes 1st NBA rookie to make first-team All-Defense

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MAY 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bulls G Alex Caruso collects NBA's Hustle Award Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso was named the winner of the NBA’s 2023-24 Hustle Award on Thursday.The award honors players who “make the ef...

MAY 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Bulls G Alex Caruso collects NBA's Hustle Award Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso was named the winner of the NBA’s 2023-24 Hustle Award on Thursday.The award honors players who “make the ef...

MAY 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Bulls' Alex Caruso wins 2023-24 NBA Hustle Award | NBA.com The Bulls' defensive-minded guard wins the honor for the first time in the award’s 8-year history.

MAY 2 • NBA.COM

Officially cleared to play Caruso (ankle) is available for Friday's Play-In Game against Miami.

Impact There was initial concern regarding the severity of Caruso's ankle injury that he suffered Wednesday against Atlanta, but he was examined further Thursday, which showed reduced swelling. He said Friday morning that he expected to play against the Heat, and he's officially been cleared to suit up in the win-or-go-home matchup. Over his six appearances this month, he's averaged 8.8 points, 5.5 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 2.2 steals in 32.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Expects to play Friday Caruso (ankle), who is questionable for Friday's Play-In Game against the Heat, said that he expects to play in the matchup, Jamal Collier of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Caruso was initially believed to have a significant left ankle sprain, but he experienced reduced swelling Thursday. It appears increasingly likely that the 30-year-old will be available for Friday's win-or-go-home matchup, but the Bulls will likely continue to monitor him in the hours leading up to tipoff.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls guard Alex Caruso will listen to his body, but a left ankle injury puts status in doubt for Friday's game in Miami CHICAGO - Alex Caruso’s status for the Chicago Bulls’ play-in tournament game Friday in Miami is in jeopardy after a left ankle injury was d...

APRIL 18 • SUNHERALD.COM

Bulls guard Alex Caruso will listen to his body, but a left ankle injury puts status in doubt for Friday's game in Miami CHICAGO - Alex Caruso’s status for the Chicago Bulls’ play-in tournament game Friday in Miami is in jeopardy after a left ankle injury was d...

APRIL 18 • KANSASCITY.COM

Likely to be game-time decision Caruso (ankle), who is questionable for Friday's Play-In Game against the Heat, underwent further evaluation Thursday that revealed reduced swelling, creating increased optimism th...

Impact Wojnarowski reported Wednesday night that Caruso had sustained a "significant" left ankle sprain Wednesday against Atlanta that put his availability for Friday's matchup in doubt. However, the 30-year-old appears to be trending in the right direction and will likely be a game-time decision as the Bulls attempt to secure the No. 8 seed in the playoffs. If Caruso is unavailable against Miami, Javonte Green, Torrey Craig and Dalen Terry could see additional playing time.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Friday Caruso (ankle) is questionable to play Friday against the Heat.

Impact The Bulls are facing a win-or-go-home scenario Friday against the Heat, and the potential loss of Caruso would be massive due to his ability on defense and contributions across the board. Javonte Green, Torrey Craig and Dalen Terry would be the main candidates to take on more minutes if Caruso ends up being ruled out.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls' Alex Caruso has 'significant' right foot sprain, doubtful to play vs. Heat

Bulls guard Alex Caruso is doubtful for Friday's game against Miami, as he was injured when teammate Andre Drummond ran into him during Wedn...

APRIL 18

Hampered by leg injury Caruso generated six points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and a steal during 17 minutes of Wednesday's 131-116 win over the Hawks.

Impact Caruso missed portions of the first half with a leg injury sustained during a collision with Andre Drummond. While he managed to return to the game, he was subbed out with 9:43 to play in the third quarter and didn't check back in. With the Bulls taking a commanding lead late in the third period and not looking back, it's possible Caruso's absence was more precaution than an indication of a significant injury. Regardless, fantasy managers should monitor Caruso's status ahead of the Bulls' matchup with the Heat on Friday.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Checks back in Caruso (foot) has returned to Wednesday's Play-In Tournament game against the Hawks,

Impact Caruso took a brief trip to the locker room late in the first quarter after colliding with Andre Drummond. However, he's checked back into the contest and should be good to go.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game Caruso went back to the locker room during Wednesday's game against the Hawks with what appeared to be a right foot injury, Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Andre Drummond stepped on Caruso's foot in transition and ran over Caruso at half-court. Caruso quickly removed himself from the game and limped back to the locker room. He should be considered questionable to return.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Makes his mark in season finale Caruso registered 15 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and five steals across 41 minutes during Sunday's 120-119 overtime loss to the Knicks.

Impact The Bulls entered Sunday's slate locked in the ninth seed and ready to face the Hawks in the Play-in Tournament, but their starters handle a regular workload, though that translated in them putting up solid numbers across the board. Caruso was not the exception, as he filled the stat sheet admirably while recording five or more steals just for the third time this season. His scoring comes and goes, but Caruso remains a reliable fantasy alternative due to his ability to fill the stat sheet, as evidenced in this contest.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Caruso (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Sunday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Caruso will return to action Sunday after missing Chicago's previous contest with a left ankle contusion. Caruso is averaging 10.6 points, 5.6 assists and 4.0 rebounds and 2.4 steals in 34.2 minutes across his last five appearances.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Caruso (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Wizards.

Impact Caruso has been downgraded from questionable to out Friday due to a left ankle contusion. In his absence, Dalen Terry and Javonte Green are candidates to receive increased playing time. Caruso's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with the Knicks.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Washington Caruso (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against Washington.

Impact Caruso continues to deal with a left ankle contusion, but he suited up Thursday against the Pistons and tallied eight points, 10 assists, four rebounds and two steals in 34 minutes. It wouldn't be surprising to see the Bulls exercise caution with Caruso on Friday since they've already locked in their seed for the postseason.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 10 assists vs. Detroit Caruso ended with eight points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 127-105 win over the Pistons.

Impact Caruso posted double digit assists for the first time this season Thursday, and the last time he reached that mark was in November of 2022. Caruso has been dealing with a left ankle contusion he sustained April 5 against the Knicks, and he could sit out in the second game of a back-to-back Friday against the Wizards.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Officially cleared to play Caruso (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Caruso was probable for Thursday's matchup, but he'll be able to suit up for a second consecutive game. He's topped 30 minutes of playing time in five consecutive appearances, averaging 10.2 points, 4.6 assists, 3.8 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 34.0 minutes per game.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play against Detroit Caruso (ankle) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Caruso continues to deal with a left ankle contusion but is expected to play in his second straight contest Thursday. The 29-year-old guard shouldn't face any minutes restriction if he's cleared to play, as he logged 37 minutes in Chicago's last outing.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Will return Tuesday Caruso (ankle) will be available for Tuesday's game against the Knicks, Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Caruso has been dealing with a left ankle bruise, but he'll give it a go Tuesday and is expected to handle his regular workload. The veteran guard has averaged 11.3 points, 4.5 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 2.0 steals across his last 10 appearances (nine starts).

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Caruso (ankle) is questionable to play Tuesday versus New York.

Impact Caruso is at risk of missing his second consecutive game due to a left ankle bruise, joining Ayo Dosunmu (quad) and Coby White (ankle) on the injury report. White is considered probable for Tuesday's contest while Dosunmu has not missed a game since Nov. 4, but the Bulls' backcourt is nonetheless in flux at the moment.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE