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Claxton (hamstring) limited to individual workout

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Nic Claxton

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Nic Claxton (hamstring) went through an individual on-court workout on Monday.

Claxton injured his hamstring in early October, missing the entire preseason and Chicago’s first three regular-season games. He completed an individual workout on Monday, and the hope is that the Bulls’ center can resume practicing with the team next week. Jalen Smith should remain the starting center until Claxton is healthy enough to play.

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Jalen Smith (finger) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Knicks.

Yet to miss a game this season, Smith has filled in for the injured Nic Claxton as the Bulls’ starting center. However, with Claxton close to making his Bulls debut, Smith’s role will likely change soon.
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Nic Claxton (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Knicks.

For the first time this season, the Bulls have listed Claxton as questionable ahead of a game. If he can play on Wednesday, Zach Collins could see his playing time decrease after playing 10 minutes in Monday’s loss to the 76ers. The question is whether the Bulls would start Claxton immediately; that would push Jalen Smith to the bench.
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Jalen Smith finished with 13 points (6-of-10 FGs), seven rebounds, four assists and one three-pointers against the 76ers on Monday.

Smith played through a finger injury and remained in the starting role that he has held all season. This was a decent performance for him during what has been a strong start to the year. However, Nic Claxton (hamstring) is getting closer to making his debut for Chicago. When Claxton is healthy and up to speed, he’ll likely be this team’s starting center. Smith holds value as a temporary starter, but when Claxton returns, Smith’s value will take a big hit.
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Jalen Smith (finger) is available to play against the 76ers on Monday.

Smith was initially listed as probable, and he has now officially been cleared to suit up. Nic Claxton (hamstring) will remain out after being listed as doubtful. Smith will remain a starter for this game, though he will likely lose the job when Claxton is available.
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Nic Claxton (hamstring) is out for Monday’s game against the 76ers.

While Claxton fully participated in Sunday’s practice, he isn’t ready to appear in games yet. Jalen Smith will continue to start until that changes.
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Jalen Smith (finger) is probable for Monday’s game against the 76ers.

Smith was also probable ahead of Friday’s loss to the Celtics, a game in which he recorded 12 rebounds and two blocks. Nic Claxton (hamstring) is doubtful for his Bulls debut, so Smith is likely to start if his status improves.
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Nic Claxton (hamstring) is doubtful for Monday’s game against the 76ers.

Claxton fully participated in Sunday’s practice, and the door may be open for his first appearance for the Bulls. However, he’s still listed as doubtful, so the chances of that happening on Monday are slim. Jalen Smith will start at center until Claxton is cleared to play.
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According to Bulls head coach Tiago Splitter, Nic Claxton (hamstring) fully participated in Sunday’s practice.

Acquired from the Nets in a multi-team trade this summer, Claxton strained his hamstring in early October and has been out since. However, his Bulls debut may not be far away, as he practiced on Sunday without limitations. Jalen Smith has been the starting center in Claxton’s absence, and managers may want to hold onto him until Claxton can play with no restrictions on his playing time.
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Jalen Smith tallied five points (2-of-8 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 12 rebounds, one assist and two blocked shots.

Smith had a rough night shooting the basketball, missing all five of his three-point attempts. Still, fantasy managers had something to work with, as the Bulls center hit double digits in rebounds for the third time in six games and blocked two shots. Even with Smith’s offensive struggles against the Celtics, he needs to be rostered, especially while the Bulls await Nic Claxton’s return from a strained hamstring.
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Jalen Smith (finger) is available for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Smith is good to go after being listed as questionable on the Bulls’ initial injury report. He’ll remain the starting center because of Nic Claxton’s hamstring injury.

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Myron Gardner (quad) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Clippers.

Gardner isn’t in the Heat rotation most nights, so his potential absence from Wednesday’s game will not affect fantasy basketball.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Clippers.

Antetokounmpo is dealing with a sprained right wrist, but the probable tag suggests that he will be able to play. If Giannis can’t play, Bobby Portis could see his playing time increase.
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Derrick Jones Jr. (knee) is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Jones’ return after a one-game absence means that Gradey Dick will come off the bench after starting Monday’s loss to the Raptors.
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Rui Hachimura (quad) is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Hachimura did not play in Monday’s loss to the Raptors, as Kobe Sanders moved into the starting lineup and scored a career-high 26 points. Sanders will return to the bench, which significantly limits his fantasy value.
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Dylan Cardwell

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Dylan Cardwell (calf) is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Lakers.

Cardwell will be available to make his season debut on Wednesday after missing time with a calf strain. His return may mean less playing time for Leaky Black, who logged 25 minutes in Monday’s win over the Mavericks.
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Precious Achiuwa (ankle) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Lakers.

Achiuwa, who has been starting for the injured Keegan Murray (ankle), played 27 minutes in Monday’s win over the Mavericks. The probable tag suggests he’ll be available, and Achiuwa should remain in the starting lineup if so.
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Jordan Goodwin

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Jordan Goodwin (calf) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Goodwin exited Monday’s loss to the Warriors with a right calf injury, which freed up additional minutes for fellow reserve Ryan Dunn. However, this doesn’t affect fantasy basketball.
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Rasheer Fleming

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Rasheer Fleming (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

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Kawhi Leonard (knee) has successfully completed treatment for his knee effusion and will begin ramping up.

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