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Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (calf) won't play on Monday against Charlotte. He is expected to be re-evaluated in 10 days after recently suffering a right Soleus strain. However, fantasy managers had some hope he would play after he was listed as doubtful on the league's official injury report. But as expected, Dosunmu won't suit up, joining Zach LaVine (toe) on the shelf. With those two ruled out, Nikola Vucevic, Josh Giddey, and Coby White should see a surge in production. Lonzo Ball, Talen Horton-Tucker, Dalen Terry, Patrick Williams, and Jalen Smith could also benefit from LaVine and Dosunmu's absences.

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) returned from a four-game absence to play in the team's last game on Saturday. He's still on the injury report with the ankle sprain, but he's considered probable to play again on Monday against the Charlotte Hornets. On Saturday, he posted 23 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, one block, and two turnovers in just 29 minutes. He has a shot to put up another big game against a 7-24 Hornets team dealing with injuries.

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (calf) is listed as doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Hornets. It was recently reported the 24-year-old would miss at least 10 days. However, the doubtful designation indicates he has a chance of suiting up on Monday evening. But fantasy managers shouldn't expect to Dosunmu on the floor after he injured his calf during a meeting with the Bucks on December 23. Without him, Lonzo Ball could receive more work, at least when he's available. There is also room for Dalen Terry to get more involved, although he's not a reliable fantasy option.

Chicago Bulls center Jalen Smith (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a sore left ankle. Smith, who typically logs around 15 minutes per game, plays a key role in providing rebounding and defense off the bench. His next chance to return will be on Monday against the Hornets. With Smith sidelined, Torrey Craig is expected to step up and take on additional minutes backing up Nikola Vucevic at center.

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (illness) is available for Saturday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Ball was sidelined for the previous two games due to illness, but he's set to return Saturday. Given his history with injuries, any appearance on the court is a welcome sight. This season, he's averaged 5.2 points, 3.6 assists, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game. However, his production has been inconsistent, making it tough for fantasy managers to predict what he'll bring on a nightly basis.