Chicago Bulls

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (foot) is expected to play on Monday against Charlotte. The 28-year-old had been sidelined for over a month because of a foot issue. But he returned on Friday versus the Hornets, the first of a back-to-back between the clubs, and finished with 15 points, five rebounds, and four assists. It still hasn't been reported if LaVine will return to the starting lineup. However, he remains a must-start even if he doesn't, considering there's a good chance he'll play better after shaking off any residual rust on Friday caused by the lengthy layoff.

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (ankle) won't play on Friday versus the Hornets. The 22-year-old was listed as questionable. However, his absence won't be as significant of a blow for Chicago, considering the team will get Nikola Vucevic (hip) and Zach LaVine (foot) back on Friday night. But with Alex Caruso (neck), Torrey Craig (foot) out, and Vucevic on minutes restriction, the Bulls may need to give DeMar DeRozan and Coby White more work. At the same time, Ayo Dosunmu and Dalen Terry could be featured more than usual.

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.

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (foot) will make his return to the court ahead of Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The star guard is back in the mix after a 17-game absence. That being said, LaVine will have a minutes limit during Friday's game. LaVine has been the center of trade talk lately, so it's unknown how long he'll really remain in Chicago. For the time being, Coby White and Patrick Williams will see decreased roles with LaVine back in the rotation. White has been playing well lately and should remain rostered despite LaVine's return. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can get LaVine back in their lineups 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.