NBA Player News

Okoro (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Clippers, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Okoro will miss a third consecutive contest due to a right knee issue, and his next chance to suit up will come Monday against the Grizzlies. With the 25-year-old forward unavailable, Leonard Miller and Patrick Williams are candidates for increased minutes.

Yabusele (foot) will play Friday versus the Clippers, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Yabusele is back after a one-game absence, and he could get the starting nod Friday evening due to Jalen Smith (calf) being unavailable. Yabusele is averaging 10.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 2.1 triples per game with the Bulls this season.

Edwards (knee) is available for Friday's game against Golden State.

Edwards was a late addition to the injury report due to right knee soreness, though he'll shed his questionable tag and suit up Friday. Over six March appearances, the star guard has averaged 28.0 points, 3.7 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 combined steals-plus-blocks in 34.7 minutes per contest.

Dosunmu (thumb) is available for Friday's game against the Warriors.

Dosunmu is back following a one-game absence, and his return will likely result in fewer minutes for Terrence Shannon. Dosunmu is averaging 11.0 points, 2.5 assists and 1.0 three-pointers per game with the Timberwolves this season.

Post (foot) is available for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Post was unable to play against the Bulls on Tuesday due to bilateral foot injury management, but the second-year pro has been given the green light to return for Friday's contest. Since the All-Star break, Post has averaged 6.9 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists over 19.3 minutes per game.

Edwards (knee) is trending toward playing in Friday's game against the Warriors, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Edwards was a late addition to the injury report Friday due to right knee soreness but is trending in the right direction. Over 10 outings since the All-Star break, the star guard has averaged 30.1 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.7 steals in 35.4 minutes per contest.

Melton (thigh) is available for Friday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Melton is back after a one-game absence, which will likely shift Will Richard back to the second unit. Melton is averaging 13.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.5 triples and 1.6 steals per game on the season.

Westbrook (quadriceps) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Westbrook missed Wednesday's loss to Charlotte due to a right quadriceps contusion, though he's set to return against one of his former teams Saturday. With the veteran point guard returning to the lineup, Killian Hayes is expected to slide to the second unit. Over five March appearances, Westbrook has averaged 17.6 points, 8.6 assists, 5.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 29.4 minutes per contest.

Cardwell (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Cardwell participated in Friday's practice and is set to return from an 11-game absence due to a sprained left ankle. He'll likely serve as Maxime Raynaud's primary backup, though it wouldn't be surprising to see Cardwell operate under a minutes restriction during his return.

Monk (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Monk is in danger of missing his second straight game, but we'll have a better idea on his status based on his activity level at shootaround. If Monk can't give it a go, expect more minutes for Killian Hayes and Nique Clifford.