CHI
Back at practice Monday
Terry missed the Bulls' final two preseason games due to knee soreness, but he was able to return to the floor for Monday's practice. It's unclear whether he'll be available for Chicago's regular-season opener against the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Oct 21, 18:22
Returns to practice Monday
Williams was forced to leave Friday's preseason finale against the Cavaliers due to an ankle injury, though the Bulls may have kept him out of the game as a precaution. His ability to practice Monday is a step in the right direction for him to suit up for the Bulls' regular-season opener against the Pelicans on Wednesday. Williams is coming off an injury-riddled 2023-24 campaign, during which he averaged 10.0 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.5 assists over 27.3 minutes per game across 43 regular-season outings (30 starts).
Oct 21, 17:13
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Stuffs stat sheet Friday
The starters played over 25 minutes, except Patrick Williams, who left the game with an ankle injury. Smith was undoubtedly one of the most productive players in the second unit. That's the role he'll have once the regular season begins on Wednesday against the Pelicans, and he's expected to open the campaign as Nikola Vucevic's primary backup at center.
Oct 19, 11:50
Double-doubles Friday
Vucevic seems ready for the regular-season opener against the Pelicans on Wednesday. The big man figures to play a prominent role on offense for the Bulls and should be the team's second-best option on offense behind Zach LaVine.
Oct 19, 11:48
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Scores 11 points off bench
Ball had another stong showing in the preseason finale and seems set to be part of the rotation on Opening Night. The 26-year-old has not played in a regular-season game since January of 2022, and he will likely be limited to begin the 2024-25 campaign, but he figures to see his workload increase as the season progresses.
Oct 19, 11:46