NBA Player News

Champagnie (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Heat.

Champagnie was initially listed as questionable but won't end up seeing the floor. In his absence, more minutes should be available for Leaky Black, Anthony Gill, Jamir Watkins and others.

Williamson signed a second 10-day contract with Memphis on Friday.

This transaction will allow Williamson to suit up for the final two games of the regular season. Over his last five games, he averaged 9.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 2.0 three-pointers and 0.8 steals in 28.2 minutes.

Sexton (finger) is probable for Friday's game against the Magic.

Sexton racked up 27 points (12-21 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 119-108 victory over Washington and will likely be available for the second half of Chicago's back-to-back set. With Josh Giddey (hamstring) still sidelined, Sexton should continue to start and see elevated usage.

Richards (elbow) is out for Friday's game against the Magic.

Richards will miss his ninth straight game, and there's been no indication that he's close to a return. Consider him doubtful for the season finale Sunday.

Williams (thumb) is probable for Friday's matchup against the Magic.

Williams joined the first unit during Thursday's game against the Wizards, making it the second consecutive game he played 30-plus minutes. Chicago has an extensive injury report again, so don't be surprised if Williams' role remains bigger than usual.

Simons (wrist) is out for Friday's game against the Magic.

Simons hasn't played since Feb. 21, and there's been no indication he's close to a return. He can be considered doubtful at best for the season finale Sunday.

Olbrich (foot) is probable for Friday's matchup against the Magic.

Assuming Olbrich sees the floor, he could have a bigger role given that Guerschon Yabusele -- and many other Bulls frontcourt players -- are sidelined. Olbrich has seen double-digit minutes in five consecutive games, averaging 5.2 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 16.4 minutes.

Okoro (quadriceps) is doubtful for Friday's game against Orlando.

Okoro is expected to sit out for a second straight contest. At this point, it may be a surprise to see him in the season finale Sunday, given how careful the Bulls have been with their key players.

Harkless (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Harkless has been downgraded from questionable to out and will miss a sixth straight game. His final chance to suit up this season will come Sunday against the Lakers. Bez Mbeng and Kennedy Chandler are candidates for increased roles in Utah's depleted backcourt.

Yabusele has been ruled outfor Friday's game against the Magic due to a sprained left shoulder and sprained left elbow.

Yabusele exited Thursday's 119-108 win over the Wizards due to the shoulder issue, and he apparently banged up his elbow at some point along the way. He'll be held out of the second leg of a back-to-back, and it wouldn't be surprising if Yabusele remained sidelined for Sunday's season finale versus the Mavericks. In Yabusele's absence Friday, Leonard Miller and Lachlan Olbrich are candidates to see increased run out of the frontcourt.