Chicago Bulls Injury Report and Inactive List

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Full Chicago Bulls Injury Report

The Chicago Bulls have faced several challenges this season due to injuries to key players, creating obstacles in their quest for success. These absences also have a direct impact on betting opportunities, as they alter rotations, scoring potential, and defensive capabilities.

Patrick Williams, a rising star in the Bulls’ lineup, has been a reliable presence on both ends of the court. His absence disrupts Chicago’s frontcourt stability, particularly on the defensive side, where his versatility allows him to guard multiple positions. Offensively, his midrange game and ability to space the floor leave a gap that’s difficult to fill.

Lonzo Ball, who has been recovering from a long-term injury, remains a critical missing piece for the Bulls. As a playmaker and defensive anchor, his absence forces the Bulls to rely more heavily on secondary ball-handlers, potentially affecting their tempo and transition game.

Adama Sanogo, though still developing as a young player, provides depth and energy off the bench. Without him, the Bulls’ ability to maintain intensity during key moments could be compromised, particularly in matchups with strong interior presences.

For bettors, understanding how these injuries influence the Bulls’ game plan is key to analyzing spreads, over/under totals, and prop bets.

Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Knee Start Date: 2024-10-02 Status: probable Display Status: Prob Wed
Note: Ball is nursing a knee injury, but he is projected to be active for the season opener against the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Knee Start Date: 2024-10-24 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Sat
Note: Ball is battling with a knee injury, and it is unclear if he will be ready to play Saturday’s game against the Thunder.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Wrist Start Date: 2024-10-29 Status: probable Display Status: Prob Wed
Note: Ball has been dealing with a grade 1-2 wrist sprain, but is expected to return on Wednesday against the Magic.
Player: Adama Sanogo
Location: Knee Start Date: 2024-11-12 Status: out Display Status: Out indefinitely
Note: Sanogo has been sidelined dealing with a right knee effusion, and it is uncertain when he will be active.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Wrist Start Date: 2024-11-28 Status: probable Display Status: Prob Fri
Note: Ball is nursing a wrist injury, but he is likely to suit up for Friday’s tilt against the Celtics.
Player: Josh Giddey
Location: Ankle Start Date: 2024-12-04 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Thurs
Note: Giddey is nursing with an ankle injury, and it is undetermined if he will take the court against the Spurs on Thursday.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Knee Start Date: 2024-12-07 Status: probable Display Status: Prob Sun
Note: Ball is managing a knee injury, but he is expected to play against the 76ers on Sunday.
Player: Josh Giddey
Location: Back Start Date: 2024-12-11 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Fri
Note: Giddey is hobbled by a back injury, and it has yet to be determined if he will play against the Hornets on Friday.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Knee Start Date: 2024-12-12 Status: probable Display Status: Prob Fri
Note: Ball is managing a left knee injury, but he is expected to dress against the Hornets on Friday.
Player: E.J. Liddell
Location: Knee Start Date: 2024-12-14 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Mon
Note: Liddell missed the previous contest due to a sore left knee, and it is undetermined if he will suit up against the Raptors on Monday.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Knee Start Date: 2024-12-15 Status: probable Display Status: Prob Mon
Note: Ball is nursing a knee injury, but he is expected to feature in the lineup against the Raptors on Monday.
Player: Josh Giddey
Location: Ankle Start Date: 2024-12-17 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Sat
Note: Giddey is dealing with an ankle injury, and it is unknown if he will suit up against the Celtics on Saturday.
Player: Torrey Craig
Location: Achilles Start Date: 2024-12-21 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Mon
Note: Craig is battling with left achilles tendinopathy, and it is undetermined if he will face the Bucks on Monday.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Illness Start Date: 2024-12-23 Status: out Display Status: Out Sat
Note: Ball is ailing with an illness, and he is not likely to suit up against the Bucks on Saturday.
Player: Ayo Dosunmu
Location: Calf Start Date: 2024-12-25 Status: out Display Status: Out indefinitely
Note: Dosunmu is battling a right lower calf strain, and it is unknown how long he will be debilitated.
Player: Torrey Craig
Location: Leg Start Date: 2024-12-31 Status: out Display Status: Out indefinitely
Note: Craig is battling a leg injury, and the team officials have yet to provide an exact return date.
Player: Lonzo Ball
Location: Quadricep Start Date: 2025-01-18 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Mon
Note: Ball is dealing with right quadricep contusion injury, and it is undetermined if he will be on court against the Clippers on Monday.
Player: Jevon Carter
Location: Illness Start Date: 2025-01-18 Status: questionable Display Status: Ques Thurs
Note: Carter has been sidelined due to illness, and it is uncertain if he will play Thursday’s game versus the Warriors.

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