Williams (wrist) will play in Wednesday's game against Brooklyn.
Williams had been considered probable, so his availability doesn't come as much of a surprise. The forward has been playing through a wrist injury. With the Bulls down Jalen Smith (hamstring), Kevin Huerter (hamstring) and Isaac Okoro (back), Williams could see an uptick in minutes.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Likely to play vs. Nets
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Williams (wrist) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Nets.
A sprained wrist continues to give Williams some trouble, but the issue isn't likely to keep him out Wednesday. Williams has averaged 7.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 20.6 minutes per contest through 19 games this season, limiting his fantasy appeal.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Available Saturday
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Williams (wrist) is available for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Williams will shake off his probable tag due to a wrist issue and suit up in his third straight game. Over his last five appearances (one start), the 24-year-old forward has averaged 6.2 points and 3.4 rebounds in 17.6 minutes per contest.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Probable vs. Pacers
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Williams (wrist) is probable for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Williams missed one game with his left wrist sprain but has played the last two and is on track to suit up again Saturday. His presence may be needed more against the Pacers, as both Jalen Smith (hamstring) and Zach Collins (wrist) are out, meaning Williams could end up playing the backup center role behind Nikola Vucevic, who is probable with a knee injury.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Coming off bench
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Williams isn't part of the starting lineup for Friday's game against Charlotte.
Williams started in Chicago's most recent game while Nikola Vucevic was sidelined. However, Williams will return to the second unit with Vucevic healthy. In 15 appearances off the bench, Williams is averaging 7.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals across 21.0 minutes.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Available to play
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Williams (wrist) is available for Friday's game in Charlotte.
Williams will power through the wrist issue, and he should see his usual minutes Friday evening. Williams is averaging 7.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.5 triples, 1.6 assists and 1.0 steals per game this season.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Dealing with wrist sprain
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Williams is questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets with a left wrist sprain.
This is a new issue for Williams, and the questionable tag suggests that he's day-to-day. Williams started in place of Nikola Vucevic (knee) on Monday against the Pelicans and had six points, four rebounds and two assists in 27 minutes.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Starting sans Vucevic
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Williams will start Monday's game against the Pelicans.
With Nikola Vucevic (knee) sidelined, Williams will get the starting nod for the first time this season. Over his last five appearances, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 7.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 17.2 minutes per contest.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Upgraded to available
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Williams (wrist) is available for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Williams is returning from a one-game absence due to a wrist sprain. The 2020 first-rounder has averaged 7.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals in 21.0 minutes per contest across 15 games this season, shooting 40.0 percent from beyond the arc.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Questionable for Monday
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Williams (wrist) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pelicans.
Williams missed Saturday's contest with a left wrist sprain and will try to return Monday. The forward has had a quiet start to the season, averaging 7.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals in 21.0 minutes across 15 games, though he has knocked down 40.0 percent of his three-point attempts.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Won't play Saturday
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Williams (wrist) won't suit up for Saturday's game against the Wizards, Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Williams will join Isaac Okoro (back) and Dalen Terry (calf) on the inactive list Saturday night, leaving Chicago very thin at the forward positions. Matas Buzelis should get all the run he can handle, and there will be more minutes available for Jalen Smith and Julian Phillips. Williams' next chance to play will come Monday in New Orleans.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Questionable for Saturday
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Williams is questionable for Saturday's game against the Wizards due to a left wrist sprain.
This is a new injury for Williams, who was previously on the injury report due to finger and groin injuries. However, he's yet to miss a game this season and may handle an increased workload if available, given Chicago's lengthy injury report for the second night of a back-to-back set.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Available Monday
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Williams (finger) is listed as available for Monday's game against the Spurs.
As expected, Williams will shake off his probable tag due to a sprained left finger and suit up against San Antonio. Over his last five appearances, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 8.0 points, 2.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 23.2 minutes per game.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Probable for Monday
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Williams (finger) is probable for Monday's game against the Spurs.
Williams is listed on the injury report with a left finger sprain but is on track to play Monday. The 2020 first-round pick has averaged 8.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 22.7 minutes across nine appearances this season.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Drops nine in win
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Williams ended Wednesday's 126-113 win over Sacramento with nine points (3-6 FG, 3-3 3Pt) and three rebounds in 20 minutes.
Williams has now scored at least nine points and made three field goals in three consecutive games, averaging 9.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.8 threes made on 54.2 percent from the field (and a blistering 50 percent from three). While his efficiency beyond the arc is not sustainable long-term, it is worth keeping track of should Williams see more volume.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Gets in full practice
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Williams (groin) was able to get in a practice Tuesday, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Williams missed Thursday's preseason game against the Timberwolves due to hamstring tightness, and now he's dealing with a "nagging" groin issue. Coach Billy Donovan said he's anticipating a probable or questionable tag ahead of Opening Night, and fantasy managers can expect some clarity Tuesday evening once the injury report is released.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Out Thursday
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Williams won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the Timberwolves due to hamstring tightness, Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network reports.
Williams will take a seat in Chicago's preseason finale, likely out of an abundance of caution. The 24-year-old forward's next opportunity to suit up will come in Wednesday's regular-season opener against Detroit.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Another strong showing
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Williams finished with 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt), eight rebounds, five assists and one steal across 23 minutes of Sunday's 127-121 preseason loss to the Bucks.
Some may argue that Williams is facing a make-or-break season in Chicago after the worst campaign of his career in 2024-25. To Williams' credit, he reported to training camp in great shape and has looked solid through three exhibitions, averaging 9.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists on 55.6 percent shooting from the field in 20.4 minutes per contest.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Plays well Tuesday
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Williams finished with 11 points (3-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three assists, two rebounds and one turnover in 16 minutes of Tuesday's 118-117 preseason win over the Cavaliers.
Williams had an ankle injury early on in camp, but he's had no issues for the past few days. Williams is coming off his worst season as a pro, and with Matas Buzelis pegged for a potential breakout, it seems likely that Williams will come off the bench on Opening Night just like he did Tuesday.
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Bulls' Patrick Williams: Suffers ankle injury at practice
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Williams left Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
The severity of the issue is unknown, and Williams can be deemed day-to-day until the Bulls provide some more clarity. It remains to be seen if the 24-year-old's status is in jeopardy for Tuesday's preseason opener against the Cavaliers. If Williams' setback carries into the preseason, Isaac Okoro and Kevin Huerter could see an uptick in playing time off the bench.
