Chicago Bulls DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (quad) is listed as doubtful ahead of Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. Williams has missed the last eight games and it doesn't appear that he is quite ready to get back on the floor yet. His continued absence should mean that Julian Phillips and Matas Buzelis should continue seeing more minutes in the rotation. Phillips isn't much of a fantasy option right now, but Buzelis has played well during each of his last three games. The rookie forward is well worth a look as a streaming option while the Bulls are shorthanded.

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (toe) is listed as probable ahead of Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. White appears to be dealing with a minor toe injury, but that shouldn't stop him from suiting up for this game. He has been a strong fantasy option lately and is coming off a 44-point performance during Thursday's game. White should be out there on Saturday, so fantasy managers better make sure to get him active in their lineups, barring any pre-game setbacks. The expected absence of Lonzo Ball (wrist) should continue giving White increased ball handling responsibilities.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (calf) is listed as doubtful ahead of Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. Vucevic has missed six games in a row and appears to be headed towards a seventh absence. This is a shame because Vucevic was having an excellent season up to this point, but can't seem to shake this calf strain. Zach Collins and Matas Buzelis should both continue seeing increased roles while Vucevic is sidelined. Buzelis has played nearly 30 minutes in each of the last three games and is producing decent streaming value right now.

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (wrist) is considered doubtful ahead of Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. It seems likely that Ball is headed towards a fourth straight absence due to a right wrist sprain. It's not shocking to see the Bulls being extra cautious with the oft-injured guard. Another absence of Ball should mean increased playing time for Kevin Huerter and Tre Jones in the rotation. Jones is looking like the better streaming choice between the two after a 20-point outing during Thursday's game. However, both guards could be worth a look while Ball is out.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (calf) will not return to action on Thursday against the Orlando Magic. He has expressed hopes of rejoining the lineup this week but will miss a sixth consecutive contest due to a right calf strain. Vucevic's next chance to return will be on Saturday against the Miami Heat. On Thursday, Zach Collins looks set to remain in a starting role, where he has averaged a double-double as Vucevic's replacement.