Chicago Bulls

Indiana Pacers forward/center Jalen Smith (back) is questionable to play Tuesday against the Celtics. The former Maryland man is troubled by lower back spasms. With Myles Turner (back) out on Sunday versus Memphis, Smith made his 13th start of the season and had a second consecutive double-double. Turner returned to practice Monday and appears to be trending toward a return, and his presence limits Smith's fantasy appeal.

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (foot) has been ruled out for their Sunday night game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The 22-year-old was able to play in their last four consecutive games and received the start in three of them. This will be only his fourth missed game of the season, but there's a chance that it might not have as big of an impact since the Blazers have eight players listed as out or questionable. While Williams is sidelined in this contest, Jevon Carter and Dalen Terry will likely see some added minutes while Ayo Dosunmu will probably move into the starting lineup to create a smaller starting five.

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine has seemingly been a part of trade rumors for a couple of years now. This season, especially, has brought more and more rumors surrounding the Bulls' asking price and teams that LaVine could actually fit on. The Detroit Pistons are the latest team to engage in trade discussions, but they are unwilling to move any of their "blue chip" prospects which includes Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, Jaden Ivey, and Ausar Thompson. On the other side of the deal, the Bulls are asking for Bojan Bogdanovic and one of those four players to get a deal done. According to James Edwards of The Athletic, these discussions will continue internally for now.

Indiana Pacers forward/center Jalen Smith (back) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's meeting with Joel Embiid and the 76ers. Smith was a late scratch for Tuesday's clash against Denver with a back problem and might now have to sit out a second consecutive game. The 23-year-old has done well as a backup big in Indiana, averaging 10.4 points and 5.5 rebounds. Isaiah Jackson could be in for a busier night than normal without Smith, although he likely won't play much behind Myles Turner.

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (ankle) is currently listed as probable ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. It's worth noting that Williams was also listed as probable ahead of their last game. Williams suited up for that game and finished with 13 points and four rebounds in 32 minutes of action. Fantasy managers should expect more of the same with Zach LaVine (ankle) still sidelined. Williams should once again be out there, barring any pregame setback.