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Antetokounmpo (calf) is available for Friday's game against the Celtics, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Antetokounmpo is ready to return from a four-game absence due to a strained left calf. However, he hasn't seen double-digit minutes in any of his 30 appearances this year, making Antetokounmpo an unappealing fantasy option Friday.

Trent (hip) won't play Friday versus the Celtics, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Ryan Rollins (hip) will join Trent on the sidelines for Friday's game, so guys like AJ Green and Cormac Ryan should get all the run they can handle. For now, Trent should be considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Prosper (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Toronto, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.

As expected, Prosper will miss Friday's contest due to lower-back soreness. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday in Milwaukee. In the meantime, Taylor Hendricks and Rayan Rupert are candidates to see increased playing time.

Jones (ankle) is available to play in Friday's game against New York.

Jones was in danger of missing this contest because of a sprained right ankle. However, after initially carrying a questionable tag, he was upgraded to probable before ultimately getting the green light to suit up. The 26-year-old is coming off a quality stretch, averaging 17.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 0.2 blocks and 1.1 steals across 28.7 minutes in March (15 games).

Yabusele (ankle) will play in Friday's game against the Knicks.

Yabusele is set to play in his third consecutive contest. With Nick Richards (elbow) still on the shelf, Yabusele will presumably remain in the starting lineup. The 30-year-old has averaged 10.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.5 blocks and 0.8 steals across 25.9 minutes in 15 starts throughout the 2025-26 campaign.

McClung (abdomen) is available for Friday's game against the Knicks.

The Bulls' backcourt is healthy for Friday's game, so it could be tough for McClung to get into the rotation. In two appearances for the Bulls this season, McClung has posted averages of 6.0 points and 1.5 rebounds per game.

Doncic will miss the remainder of the regular season due to a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, and his status for the playoffs is uncertain, Chris Haynes of NBA TV reports.

Doncic exited Thursday's blowout loss to the Thunder in the third quarter and will now miss an extended period with the hamstring injury. The superstar point guard will end the 2025-26 campaign with averages of 33.5 points, 8.3 assists, 7.7 rebounds, 1.6 steals and 0.5 blocks in 35.8 minutes per contest. He appeared in 64 regular-season games, finishing one game short of becoming eligible for end-of-season awards, including All-NBA teams and the MVP award. However, he intends to apply for an "Extraordinary Circumstances Challenge" to the 65-game rule, per Shams Charania of ESPN. With Doncic sidelined, Austin Reaves should see increased on-ball duties, while Jake LaRavia, Rui Hachimura and Bronny James are candidates to see increased burn going forward.

Olbrich (foot) is available for Friday's game versus the Knicks.

Olbrich is nursing bilateral plantar fasciitis, but the issue won't stop him from playing Friday. With Nick Richards (elbow) out of action, Olbrich could see a larger share of the center minutes behind Guerschon Yabusele against New York.

Richards is out for Friday's game against the Knicks due to a sprained right elbow.

Richards is on the shelf for a fifth consecutive contest. His next chance to return arrives Sunday, when the Bulls square off with the Suns. Guerschon Yabusele should start versus New York on Friday and take on the majority of the center minutes, with Lachlan Olbrich likely serving as his primary backup.

Giddey (hamstring) will play Friday in New York.

Giddey is back after a one-game stint on the sidelines, which could result in Tre Jones heading back to the second unit. Giddey is averaging 17.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, 9.2 assists, 1.9 triples and 1.0 steals per game this season.