JULY 20 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Mavs Trade Proposal Lands Bulls' Alex Caruso The Mavs finished as one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA last season. One proposed trade would add Alex Caruso to help address it.
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Alex Caruso named to NBA's All-Defensive 1st team — Bulls guard's 1st career selection CHICAGO — Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso received a top distinction for his disruptive play this season, earning a place on the NBA’s All-D...
MAY 9 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Alex Caruso is named to the NBA's All-Defensive 1st team — the Chicago Bulls guard's 1st career selection Despite carving out a strong standing in the NBA centered on his defense, Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso never had earned an All-Defensive...
MAY 9 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Alex Caruso to Dallas? Proposed Trade Sends Bulls' guard to Mavericks Mavs GM Nico Harrison was adamant that Dallas would address their defensive woes this offseason. Trading for Bulls’ Alex Caruso would do jus...
APRIL 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Heat eliminate Bulls 102-91, will face Bucks in Round 1
Max Strus and Jimmy Butler scored 31 points apiece, and the Miami Heat got into the playoffs by rallying in the final minutes to beat the Chicago Bulls 102-91 in an Eastern Confere...APRIL 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
LaVine scores 39, Bulls beat Raptors 109-105 in play-in game
Chicago beat Toronto in the East 9-10 play-in game. It will face Miami for the East's eighth seed on Friday.APRIL 13
Available Sunday Caruso (foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Impact Caruso has been upgraded from questionable to available and will suit up for a second straight game after missing back-to-back contests due to foot soreness. During Friday's win over the Trail Blazers, Caruso drew the start but posted just six points (2-2 FG) and one assist in 16 minutes.
MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Sunday Caruso (foot) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Lakers.
Impact Caruso has been dealing with a bothersome foot injury. If he sits out for the third time in four games, more minutes could be in store for Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu and Patrick Beverley.
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet in return Caruso closed with six points (2-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one assist across 16 minutes during Friday's 124-96 win over the Trail Blazers.
Impact Caruso moved straight into the starting lineup Friday, making his return from a two-game absence. However, that's where the positives ended, with Caruso failing to have any sort of real impact. Injuries have plagued him all season, preventing him from building any sort of momentum. When healthy, Caruso should be viewed as nothing more than a stream option for assists and steals.
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
Once upon a time in Hollywood ... as Bulls' Alex Caruso feels miscast Caruso has two games in Los Angeles starting this weekend, and is more than prepared to hear about the comparisons between himself and new L...
MARCH 25 • SUNTIMES.COM
Gets starting nod Caruso is in the starting five for Friday's game versus Portland.
Impact Caruso will replace DeMar DeRozan (quadriceps) in the starting lineup Friday. Caruso is averaging 5.6 points, 3.6 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.9 steals in 25.7 minutes across his previous 28 starts this season.
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
Available to play Friday Caruso (foot) is available to play Friday against the Blazers.
Impact Caruso missed Chicago's last two games but will be back in action Friday night. Fantasy managers in need of steals may want to give the defensive specialist a look.
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to suit up Friday Caruso (foot) is expected to return for Friday's game versus Portland after participating in shootaround, K.C. Johnson of nbcsports.com reports.
Impact Caruso is currently listed as questionable but will likely play Friday after missing the last two games with left foot soreness. The 28-year-old guard warmed up ahead of Wednesday's contest before sitting. He is averaging 6.6 points, 1.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.4 steals in 23.2 minutes across his last five appearances.
MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable vs. Portland Caruso (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Impact Caruso was initially expected to be available for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia but sat out a second consecutive game after feeling discomfort in his foot during warmups. While his absence was labeled as precautionary, it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up against Portland. If he remains out, Coby White will likely see an uptick in minutes once again.
MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Wednesday Despite earlier reports of his availability, Caruso won't play in Wednesday's game versus the 76ers due to left foot discomfort, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.
Impact Caruso felt discomfort in his foot during warmups and will sit due to an "abundance of caution". Coby White will likely continue to receive extended minutes in his absence. Caruso should be good to go for Friday's matchup with Portland.
MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Wednesday Caruso (foot) will play Wednesday versus the 76ers, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.
Impact Caruso is back after a one-game absence, so he should see his usual minutes, and his return will likely result in Patrick Williams heading back to the second unit. Coby White's minutes also figure to dip a bit with Caruso active.
MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE
Bulls' Alex Caruso Could Miss Another Game vs. 76ers Alex Caruso’s status against the Sixers on Wednesday is currently unclear.
MARCH 22 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Questionable Wednesday Caruso (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.
Impact Caruso sat out Monday's game, which resulted in Patrick Williams returning to the first unit and Coby White seeing more minutes with the second unit. It'll be more of the same if Caruso remains on the sidelines for Wednesday's rematch.
MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE
Bulls Injury Report: Alex Caruso's Playing Status vs. 76ers The Bulls have a couple of players on the injury report for Monday’s matchup against the 76ers.
MARCH 20 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Won't play Monday Caruso (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the 76ers.
Impact Caruso aggravated the foot injury that has been bothering him all season during Saturday's win over Toronto, so it's not surprising to see him sidelined Monday. Patrick Williams or Ayo Dosunmu could move into the starting lineup in Caruso's absence, but Coby White is also a candidate for increased minutes off the bench.
MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Monday Caruso (foot) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the 76ers.
Impact Caruso aggravated the foot injury that has been bothering him all season during Saturday's win over Toronto, and he's now in danger of missing Monday's game. If he is forced to the sidelines, Ayo Dosunmu or Patrick Williams could get a spot start, and there would be more minutes available for Coby White. Stay tuned.
MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return Saturday Caruso (foot) won't return to Saturday's game against the Heat.
Impact The injury bug has plagued Caruso all season, and now it's been confirmed that he won't return Saturday. The upcoming hours will be pivotal to see if he can return to face the 76ers on Monday.
MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Saturday Caruso is questionable to return Saturday against the Heat due to a left foot sprain, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.
Impact Caruso has dealt with injuries throughout the season, and he was listed as questionable before this game due to an illness. If he can't return Saturday, then Ayo Dosunmu would be in line to see more minutes in the backcourt.
MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go vs. Heat Caruso (illness) is available for Saturday's matchup against the Heat.
Impact As expected, Caruso will fight through an illness and play Saturday. Since the All-Star break, he's averaged 6.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 24.0 minutes.
MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE
