DERRICK JONES JR. NEWS

Active Saturday Jones (ankle) will suit up for Saturday's tilt against the Cavaliers, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Jones will take the floor Saturday following a five-game leave with a sprained left ankle. Considering the length of his absence and the touchy nature of the injury Jones could be partially limited. Regardless, his return will leave fewer minutes available for Andre Drummond.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Jones (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Jones has missed the last five games due to a sprained left ankle, but he'll be in the mix to return for the second half of a back-to-back set. If he's cleared to play, it's possible his playing time is monitored against Cleveland.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Jones (ankle) will not play in Friday's game against the Pistons, Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Jones will miss a fifth consecutive contest with a left ankle sprain but should be close to returning, considering he was upgraded to questionable before being ruled out. His next chance to take the floor will come Saturday against the Cavaliers.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to questionable for Friday Jones (ankle) holds a questionable designation for Friday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Jones has missed four straight games but has been listed as either out or doubtful on the injury report prior to each. Jones' upgrade to questionable for Friday increases his chances of returning the floor, though we may not get an official confirmation until closer to the 8 PM ET tipoff.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Jones (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Bucks, Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Jones' absence streak will extend to four games after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a left ankle sprain. His next opportunity to play is Friday's matchup with the Pistons.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Jones (ankle) is doubtful for Wednesday's matchup against the Bucks.

Impact Jones will likely miss a fourth straight game due to an ankle injury. If he's indeed ruled out, his next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Pistons.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Jones (ankle) won't play in Monday's game against Houston.

Impact Jones will miss his third straight game after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a left ankle sprain. His next chance to play is Wednesday's matchup with the Bucks.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Monday Jones (ankle) is doubtful for Monday's game against Houston.

Impact Jones appears likely to miss a third consecutive game due to his sprained left ankle. Assuming he's sidelined, Andre Drummond will likely continue to see increased playing time.

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Jones (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Jones will be unavailable for a second consecutive matchup as he continues to deal with a left ankle sprain. Andre Drummond is a candidate to see increased playing time once again.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Jones (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Jones exited Tuesday's win over the Heat due to a sprained left ankle, and he'll be forced to miss at least one game. Andre Drummond is a candidate to see increased playing time against the Hawks.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Out for remainder of game Jones won't return to Tuesday's game against the Heat due to a left ankle sprain, Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Jones posted two points, two rebounds and two assists in 15 minutes before exiting Tuesday's game. His status for Wednesday's game against the Hawks is uncertain.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Backup center minutes continue Jones closed Sunday's 150-126 loss to the Timberwolves with 13 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one assist across 20 minutes.

Impact Jones played as the primary backup to Nikola Vucevic once again Sunday, meaning Andre Drummond was basically given the night off. To say things in Chicago are a mess would be an understatement, with the team having lost seven of their past nine games. With that said, Jones has been able to carve out a relatively consistent role for himself, playing at least 20 minutes in three of his last five games. His overall value is certainly limited, but in a 20-minute role, he is worth keeping an eye on in deeper formats.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stellar all-around outing off bench Jones finished with 14 points (6-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three blocks, two rebounds, two steals and two assists across 26 minutes in Sunday's 123-122 overtime loss to the Hawks.

Impact For the second game in a row, Jones reached the teens in scoring, though Sunday's outing was even more valuable for fantasy purposes thanks to his production in the two defensive categories. Jones had been cutting into Andre Drummond's minutes as the Bulls' backup center earlier this month, but head coach Billy Donovan found room for both players in the second-unit frontcourt Sunday, which shifted Javonte Green (knee) up to the wing while Chicago was without Alex Caruso (tailbone) and then had Ayo Dosunmu (abdomen) leave the game early. The Bulls won't have as much playing time readily available to their second-unit players if both Caruso and Dosunmu are ready to go for Wednesday's game against the Knicks, but Jones' recent form likely puts him in good position to remain the team's top big man off the bench.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Wednesday Jones (thumb) is active Wednesday against Phoenix.

Impact The forward will be active for the Bulls off the bench despite nursing a thumb injury. Jones has averaged 5.0 points and 2.4 rebounds in 15 previous appearances.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed probable Wednesday Jones is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to a right thumb sprain.

Impact Jones likely picked up the injury sometime during the past few matchups. Although likely available to play, Jones may not see the court, as he has played in just one matchup since Nov. 18.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared from injury report Jones (thumb) will be available Monday against Toronto.

Impact Jones sprained his thumb against Boston on Friday but was able to play through the issue during Sunday's loss to Toronto, in which he recorded three blocks in 16 minutes of action. Jones will be available for his usual role, but he doesn't hold much fantasy appeal in standard leagues.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago hosts Toronto in conference matchup

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NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Probable Monday Jones (thumb) is probable for Monday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Jones was also probable for Sunday's matchup against Toronto due to his right thumb sprain, but he was able to play through the issue. It seems likely that he'll be available once again for the second half of the back-to-back set.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Officially available Sunday Jones (thumb) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Jones was listed as probable ahead of Sunday's matchup, so it's fairly unsurprising that he'll be able to play through his right thumb sprain. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 5.2 points and 3.4 rebounds in 15.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Sunday Jones is probable for Sunday's game versus the Raptors with a right thumb sprain.

Impact Jones has struggled to score efficiently for Chicago this season, shooting just 37.0 percent from the field. If he is unable to play Sunday, Javonte Green and Dalen Terry are in line for extended minutes off the bench.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Held scoreless in loss Jones produced two rebounds and one steal across 15 minutes during Friday's 123-119 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Jones played over 14 minutes Friday night but didn't record a single shot attempt. In the eight games he's seen the floor this season, he's averaging 5.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 0.8 assists off the bench for Chicago. The 25-year-old forward doesn't present a ton of fantasy value other than for the deepest of leagues.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Held scoreless in win Jones contributed zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two rebounds in 10 minutes during Wednesday's 124-109 win over the Pacers.

Impact Jones made his regular-season debut Saturday against Cleveland by playing 17 minutes, but his playing time has decreased over his last three appearances. He's been consistent on the boards but could not convert any field-goal attempts during Wednesday's victory. Jones is averaging 6.0 points and 2.0 rebounds in 14.0 minutes per game to begin the year.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday's preseason game Jones is starting Sunday's preseason game against the Raptors.

Impact Jones came off the bench during the Bulls' first two exhibition games and totaled two points, two assists and a rebound in 20 minutes. He'll serve as the team's starting power forward Sunday while Javonte Green and Patrick Williams come off the bench.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE