Houston faces Chicago, aims for 6th straight victory
Houston aims to prolong its five-game win streak with a victory over Chicago3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS
NIKOLA VUCEVIC #9 - CENTER - CHICAGO BULLS
18.6 PPG •
10.1 RPG •
3.3 APG
18.6 PPG
10.1 RPG
3.3 APG
Limited output Thursday Vucevic produced seven points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes during Thursday's 116-110 win over the Nets.
Impact Vucevic was making his first start since Feb. 22, but he didn't deliver the stat line many fantasy managers would've expected out of him. The veteran struggled to make an impact on both ends of the court and posted a relatively pedestrian line across his 23 minutes of action. Vucevic should remain in the starting lineup going forward, though, so managers who still trust him can be confident that his numbers might improve in the coming games.
3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Back with first unit Vucevic is starting Thursday's game against the Nets.
Impact Vucevic will return to his usual starting role Thursday after coming off the bench in his first game from a calf injury Monday, but he'll be held between 28-to-30 minutes, per his head coach. Zach Collins is moving back to the bench with Vucevic back running with the starters.
4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Still under minutes restriction Head coach Billy Donovan said Vucevic has been cleared to play 28-to-30 minutes against the Nets on Thursday, Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com reports.
Impact Vucevic returned Monday from a seven-game absence due to a calf injury, and he finished with 11 points, 11 rebounds and one assist over 24 minutes in a 121-103 win over the Pacers. He came off the bench in that contest, and it's not yet known whether he'll rejoin the Bulls' starting five for Thursday's bout.
4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Josh Giddey unavailable for streaking Bulls vs. woeful Nets Just as the Chicago Bulls got Nikola Vucevic and Patrick Williams back from injury to aid the frontcourt and contribute to their third strai...
5 DAYS AGO • THESTATE.COM
Josh Giddey scores season-high 29 points before injuring ankle and Bulls beat Pacers 121-103
Josh Giddey had a season-high 29 points along with 10 rebounds before leaving midway through the fourth quarter with a right ankle injury, and the Chicago Bulls won their third str...MARCH 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Will eventually rejoin starters Head coach Billy Donovan said after Monday's 121-103 win over the Pacers that Vucevic (calf) will "eventually" return to the starting lineup, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network...
Impact Vucevic came off the bench during his return from a seven-game absence streak due to a calf injury, recording his 37th outing with a double-double or better over 57 regular-season appearances. The star big man will likely continue to operate under a minutes restriction as the club ramps him back up to playing form slowly, meaning Zach Collins should continue to receive the starting nod.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Won't start Monday Vucevic will come off the bench in Monday's game against Indiana.
Impact Vucevic is set to return from a seven-game absence streak due to a calf injury, though he'll operate under a minutes restriction of 26 to 28 minutes off the bench, per K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network. The veteran big man has averaged 15.2 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 30.8 minutes per game in his last five outings.
MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Monday Vucevic (calf) said he will play Monday against the Pacers, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Impact Vucevic, who has missed the past seven games for Chicago, will shake off his questionable tag and will return to action Monday. However, it should be noted that the Bulls could ease him back into action with restrictions. With this news, the fantasy appeal of Zach Collins and Jalen Smith takes a hit.
MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE
Chance to return Monday Vucevic (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Impact Vucevic has missed seven straight games due to a right calf strain but may return to action Monday. If cleared, the big man may face some limitations given his extended absence. Jalen Smith and Zach Collins have been playing increased roles in Vucevic's absence.
MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE
Indiana faces Chicago on 3-game road slide
Indiana enters a matchup with Chicago after losing three road games in a rowMARCH 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bulls big Zach Collins hoping to see lineup where he teams with Vooch Bulls coach Billy Donovan is not against going with a big duo of Collins and Nikola Vucevic on the floor at the same time, but first they ne...
MARCH 9 • SUNTIMES.COM
Not playing Saturday Vucevic (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Miami.
Impact Vucevic's absence due to a right calf strain will extend to seven games Saturday, and his next chance to play will be Monday against Indiana. Jalen Smith and Zach Collins will continue to serve as the Bulls' main big men due to the absence of Vucevic.
MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE
Chicago visits Miami after White's 44-point game
Chicago visits the Miami Heat after Coby White scored 44 points in the Bulls' 125-123 win over the Orlando MagicMARCH 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Likely won't play against Miami Vucevic (calf) has been listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Impact Vucevic will likely miss a seventh consecutive game for the Bulls while nursing a right calf strain. Chicago will probably look to Jalen Smith and Zach Collins to pick up the slack in the frontcourt if the veteran big man is ruled out in Miami.
MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Thursday Vucevic (calf) will not play Thursday against the Magic.
Impact Vucevic, who was previously listed as doubtful, will sit out his sixth straight game. Vucevic previously said he was hopeful to return during this two-game road trip, so a return against the Heat on Saturday could be on the table.
MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Thursday Vucevic (calf) has been listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Impact Vucevic is trending toward missing a sixth straight game for the Bulls while nursing a strained left calf. With the veteran big man likely missing this game in Orlando, Chicago will likely continue to lean on Zach Collins and Jalen Smith to shoulder the load in the frontcourt.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando hosts Chicago after Banchero's 41-point showing
Orlando hosts the Chicago Bulls after Paolo Banchero scored 41 points in the Orlando Magic's 114-113 loss to the Toronto RaptorsMARCH 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Eyeing return for Florida trip Vucevic (calf) said that he's hopeful to return to action for the Bulls during the team's two-game road trip in Florida that begins Thursday in Orlando, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Spo...
Impact A right calf strain kept Vucevic sidelined for a fourth straight game in Sunday's 127-112 loss to the Pacers, and the veteran center is seemingly already ruling himself out for the Bulls' next game Tuesday versus the Cavaliers in Chicago. However, if Vucevic is able to resume ramping up his activity during the upcoming week without any complications, he could be back in action for the first game of the road trip in Orlando and/or during Saturday's game in Miami. Zach Collins and Jalen Smith will continue to hold down the fort at center for Chicago until Vucevic is ready to play again.
MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out vs. Indiana Vucevic (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Impact Vucevic will miss a fourth straight game Sunday for the Bulls, as he continues to deal with a right calf strain. Jalen Smith and Zach Collins will likely see more time on the floor due to the absence of the veteran big man.
MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE
Chicago visits Indiana after overtime win
Chicago visits the Indiana Pacers after the Bulls took down the Toronto Raptors 125-115 in overtimeMARCH 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Coby White scores 24 points and Chicago Bulls top Raptors in overtime, 125-115
Coby White scored 24 points, including a clutch four-point play, and the Bulls rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 125-115 in overtimeMARCH 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not playing Friday Vucevic (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Toronto, Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com reports.
Impact Vucevic is set to miss a third straight game due to a right calf strain. He's been listed as doubtful for the Bulls' last two games, and it's unclear whether he's progressed enough in his recovery to have a better chance at returning Sunday against the Pacers. The good news for Chicago is that Jalen Smith has cleared the league's concussion protocol and will return Friday. Smith and Zach Collins should see plenty of playing time at the five due to Vucevic's absence.
FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Friday Vucevic is doubtful for Friday's game against the Raptors with a right calf strain.
Impact Vucevic is unlikely to return from a two-game absence Friday. If the star big man is ultimately ruled out as expected, his next chance to return would come Sunday against the Pacers. Jalen Smith remains in the concussion protocol, so Zach Collins could stay in Chicago's starting lineup with a clear pathway to the center minutes.
FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Chicago hosts Toronto on home losing streak
Chicago looks to break its 5-game home skid with a victory over TorontoFEBRUARY 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
