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Wed Jan 1018:42Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic Starting With No Restrictions
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan says that minutes restrictions for guard Zach LaVine (foot) and center Nikola Vucevic have been lifted and both players will start on Wednesday versus the Houston Rockets. Vucevic has functioned from the second unit since returning on Jan. 5 from a five-game absence with a strained groin, but the 33-year-old two-time All-Star should play closer to his 33.6 minutes per game against Houston. Vucevic is safe to start in all fantasy formats if he wasn't already. Andre Drummond will revert to the bench, with his value significantly dropping. Listed as probable ahead of Wednesday, LaVine is cleared to play with no limitations and should be trusted in season-long lineups despite shaking off the rust from his 17-game absence due to inflammation in his right foot. It's unclear who LaVine is bouncing out of the starting five, but Alex Caruso and Patrick Williams stand to lose some shine.
Source: K.C. Johnson - NBC Sports ChicagoRotoBaller.com
Sun Jan 715:21Nikola Vucevic Probable For Monday
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (groin) is expected to play on Monday against the Hornets. The 33-year-old veteran returned on Friday night versus Charlotte, the first of consecutive meetings between the clubs, after a five-game absence. He came off the bench, operating under a minutes cap and finishing with 11 points, seven rebounds, and three assists. He'll likely spend more time on the floor in his second game back from the layoff, so he's still worth starting in any fantasy setup. Unfortunately, Vucevic's likely increased workload isn't good for Andre Drummond, who has been playing well in the starting lineup.
Source: Drew StevensRotoBaller.com
Fri Jan 516:29Nikola Vucevic Available On Friday
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (groin) is available ahead of Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The veteran big man will make his return to the court after missing the last five games due to a groin issue. His return means that Andre Drummond will head back to the bench. It was a nice run for Drummond, but his value will take a hit now. Vucevic will be on a minutes limit on Friday, so Drummond might have one more decent streaming game left in him.
Source: Chicago BullsRotoBaller.com
Thu Jan 423:30Nikola Vucevic Might Return On Friday
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (groin) is questionable for Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The veteran has missed the last five games with a left-groin strain, although there's a good chance he isn't ready to return. However, the questionable designation at least means he's moving in the right direction. At any rate, Vucevic has averaged 16.7 points and 10.4 rebounds this season, so Chicago could use him back in the lineup. But until he's ready to return, Andre Drummond, who is averaging 19.4 boards, 14.0 points, 1.8 steals, and 1.4 blocks in five starts during the 2023-24 campaign, should remain in all fantasy lineups.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Tue Jan 219:02No Clear Timeline For Nikola Vucevic’s Return
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan says there's no clear timetable for a return for center Nikola Vucevic (groin), and the 33-year-old big man won't practice this week with the Windy City Bulls like injured teammate Zach LaVine (foot) has. Vucevic was already ruled out for Chicago's current two-game road trip, but this is a more concerning development. The Bulls initially anticipated that Vooch's strained left groin would sideline him between seven and 10 days as of Dec. 27. But since the two-time All-Star won't practice this week, it's fair to assume he will remain out until at least Monday against the Charlotte Hornets. Andre Drummond has logged two 20-rebound efforts in three games without Vucevic and will continue to enjoy heightened fantasy value in the meantime.
Source: Tim Bontemps - ESPN.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Dec 27 202315:21Nikola Vucevic Out At Least A Week With Groin Strain
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (groin) will miss at least the next 7-to-10 days due to a strained left groin. Vucevic played all 82 games last season, but the durable big man has been bit by the injury bug for his first extended absence this year. The 33-year-old two-time All-Star is providing 16.7 points, 10.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.1 threes per game, ranking as a third-round fantasy player overall without a missed game until Tuesday night. It's a big blow to Chicago and fantasy managers alike, with Andre Drummond's stock skyrocketing overnight after dominating the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday for a monster 24-point, 25-board double-double and three steals plus two blocks. Drummond, a four-time rebounding champion, will supply boards, a high field-goal percentage, defensive stats, and a bit of playmaking, but free-throw shooting, turnovers, and a lack of three-pointers will be a major issue.
Source: Shams Charania - The AthleticRotoBaller.com
Thu Nov 2 202310:06Nikola Vucevic Posts First 20-20 Game With Bulls
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic recorded his first 20-20 game in the team's colors on Wednesday, completing a 115-104 loss against Dallas with 21 points and 20 rebounds. It's his eighth career 20-20 game overall. Vucevic maneuvered his way there with 10-for-17 shooting, hitting 1-for-3 from deep. In 36 minutes on the court, he also snagged a pair of steals and posted one assist. Vucevic missed a 20-20 night by just three rebounds in Monday's win over Indiana, so he must have been very pleased that he managed to get over the line Wednesday night. The Bulls' next outing against the Nets could also be a highly productive one for Vucevic, as Brooklyn has struggled badly against opposing bigs without their starting center Nicolas Claxton (ankle).
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sun Aug 20 202320:02Retaining Nikola Vucevic Was Chicago's "No. 1 Goal"
According to Bulls general manager Marc Eversley, keeping center Nikola Vucevic on the roster was the team's "No. 1 goal." The veteran signed a three-year, $60 million contract extension with Chicago this offseason after averaging 17.6 points and 11.0 rebounds in 2022-23. The Bulls have seemingly flirted with the idea of entering a rebuilding phase. However, it appears Vucevic's presence on the roster is critical for the team, so he's unlikely to get moved elsewhere anytime soon. That said, although his production has dipped in the last few seasons and his defensive skills are lacking, he remains a potent fantasy option as long as he stays healthy, which was an issue before he landed in Chicago.
Source: K.C. JohnsonRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 28 202319:28Nikola Vucevic, Bulls Nearing Contract Extension
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, center Nikola Vucevic and the Bulls are nearing a three-year, $60 million contract extension. Many were under the impression Chicago would hit the reset button this offseason. However, it appears the team is looking to remain competitive by bringing back the two-time All-Star. Vucevic appeared in all 82 games for the first time in his career in 2022-23 and averaged 17.6 points and 11.0 rebounds. Although the 32-year-old isn't as productive as he was while with the Orlando Magic, he should remain a top fantasy center for at least a few more years, assuming he stays healthy.
Source: Shams CharaniaRotoBaller.com
Wed May 31 202313:41Bulls Have Opened Contract Talks With Nikola Vucevic
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic has started contract extension talks with the team, per NBA insider Shams Charania. "There's mutual interest in getting a deal done," Charania added. "He can sign an extension up until June 30. If there's no agreement by that point, Vucevic will be entering free agency." Vucevic has spent the last two and a half seasons in the Windy City and averaged 17.6 points, 11.0 rebounds and 3.2 assists this season. His scoring numbers have dropped since his move from Orlando, but Vucevic has remained productive with his work and only two players had more double-doubles than him in the league in 2022-23. If the 32-year-old can't get a deal done with the Bulls, he should get a lot of interest in the open market as one of the top available centers.
Source: Shams CharaniaRotoBaller.com
Tue Apr 18 202308:54Nikola Vucevic Wants To Stay In Chicago But Will Test The Market
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic has expressed a desire to remain in Chi-Town, but he is set to test the market in the offseason as an unrestricted free agent. "The Bulls will have priority," Vucevic said. "I'd like to stay here. But that's on the front office to decide and work with my agent." The two-time All-Star is coming off a four-year, $100 million deal signed with the Orlando Magic in 2019. He's had two and a half season with the Bulls, averaging 18.2 points and 11.1 rebounds in 33.2 minutes.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Fri Feb 17 202311:14Nikola Vucevic Posts Big Double-Double In Loss
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic registered his 37th double-double of the season during the team's 12-point loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday. The 32-year-old posted 22 points, 16 rebounds, and three assists while shooting 8-for-20 from the floor and 2-for-6 from beyond the arc. Now that DeMar DeRozan has hit quite the rough patch, Vucevic may be the new, most consistent player on the Bulls' roster. He's leading the team in rebounds by a wide margin, close to the lead in assists, and one of the top players in field goal and three-point percentage.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Wed Feb 1 202310:20Nikola Vucevic Posts Strong Stat Line In Loss To Clippers
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic posted the strongest performance out of the starting five in a losing effort to the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. He finished the game with 23 points, 14 rebounds, four assists, and two steals while hitting 10 of his 15 shots and going 3-for-6 from deep. Vucevic may be somewhat lackluster this season in terms of pushing the Bulls to wins, but he's a top-25 fantasy basketball player right now and one of the most valuable bigs managers could have on their roster.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sun Jan 29 202308:11Nikola Vucevic Enjoys Trip Back To Orlando
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic felt very comfortable in his old arena in Orlando Saturday, notching 26 points, 13 rebounds and six assists in a 128-109 victory over the Magic. He added two blocks as well to his line while shooting 11-for-18 from the field and 2-for-5 from downtown. Chicago's three-headed monster of Vucevic, DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine ended up combining for 90 of the team's points. Vucevic has often been the third wheel of the star trio, but he has figured things out this month, upping his points production to 20.1 and recording 13.0 rebounds with 4.5 assists. He now faces a very good run of games against four teams that have struggled to keep centers quiet all year.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Mon Jan 16 202308:07Nikola Vucevic Matches Career High With 43 Points
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic couldn't be stopped by the Warriors on Sunday as he matched his career high with 43 points in a 132-118 win. He started off with a 12-point first quarter and stayed in rhythm for the whole game, shooting 18-for-31 from the field with a 5-for-10 effort from deep. The big performance came out of nowhere, as Vucevic hasn't had a great time offensively this season and didn't even boast a single 30-point outing prior to Sunday. The game also ended up marking Vucevic's ninth consecutive double-double as he grabbed 13 rebounds, and in 39 minutes on the court, the Montenegrin star also recorded four assists and four steals. With DeMar DeRozan (quadriceps) out of the picture, Vucevic should have a larger role to play on offense, and he's about the get a superb matchup against Detroit, a team that gives up the fifth-most rebounds in the league to centers and against whom opposing bigs are shooting nearly 59 percent from the field.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Wed Dec 21 202210:14Nikola Vucevic Has Double-Double In Win Over Heat
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic posted a big-time game in the team's 113-103 win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night. The veteran big man put up 29 points, 12 rebounds, two assists, and one steal while shooting 13-for-17 from the floor and 3-for-5 from three. Vucevic may not be scoring like he used to, but he's in the top 10 for rebounds per game and has offered a solid amount of assists for a center in fantasy basketball. He still possesses some fantasy value even though he's not an early-round value anymore.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Thu Dec 8 202214:56Nikola Vucevic Gathers Double-Double Against Washington
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic turned in a vintage performance at home against the Washington Wizards. The 32-year-old posted 25 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, two steals, and two blocks while shooting 62.5% on 16 attempts and 3-for-5 from beyond the arc. His numbers may be down from some of his best years in Orlando, but the fact that he's the healthiest player on the Bulls besides DeMar DeRozan should count for something. He has yet to miss a game and should still be very valuable across all fantasy formats.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Tue Oct 25 202208:47Nikola Vucevic Dominates The Glass Versus Celtics
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic had a huge performance on the glass against Boston on Monday, grabbing 23 rebounds in a 120-102 win. The Celtics had Al Horford back on the court, but they still struggled to get any work done on the glass, with Vucevic picking up 10 board on the offensive end alone. He completed the night with a double-double, scoring 18 points on 7-for-19 shooting, and also handed out five assists with two turnovers in 31 minutes. Vucevic has had an inconsistent start to the season, as he's struggled to shoot efficiently and entered Monday's action after having posted just 12 rebounds in total across his previous two outings. The next matchup against the Myler Turner-less Pacers should help Vucevic to find some form. Centers are shooting nearly 60 percent from the field against Indiana and they are also allowing the fourth-most rebounds to the position.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sat Aug 6 202223:26Bulls Considering An Extension For Nikola Vucevic
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic may receive an offer to remain with the team for a few more seasons. The veteran is entering the final year of his current deal. However, despite his obvious talent, he's coming off one of his worst seasons in recent memory, finishing 2021-22 by averaging 17.6 points, 11.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.0 blocks. Vucevic has been considered one of the most skilled offensive big men in the league over the years, and he's seemingly always a double-double threat. Still, his defensive inefficiency could keep him off the floor unless he gets back on track, and his 31.4% shooting from deep last season was a detriment for category managers. Nevertheless, if Vucevic can turn things around and stay healthy in 2022-23, he has top-10 potential at the center position, even if he ends up surrendering minutes to Andre Drummond.
Source: Joe CowleyRotoBaller.com
Tue Jun 14 202219:35Bulls Shopping Nikola Vucevic
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic could be on the move this offseason. The stud big man heavily struggled during his first season in Chicago. That being said, the Bulls are trying to find a better fit to place alongside DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine. There have been rumors that the Bulls are interested in Rudy Gobert. It sounds like the Bulls are hesitant to move young talent such as Coby White or Patrick Williams. Although, that could change, assuming Gobert is available this offseason. A move to Utah could increase Vucevic's long term fantasy value.
Source: Jake FischerRotoBaller.com
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