Chris Duarte News, Rumors, Updates - Chicago Bulls

Out 4-to-6 weeks Duarte suffered a Grade 2 ankle sprain Friday against the Heat and is expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Duarte has failed to take a step forward this season as a sophomore and was averaging just 10.0 points and 2.4 rebounds in 21.5 minutes before his injury. His extended absence could open up more minutes for Bennedict Mathurin, Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana Pacers hold on to beat Miami Heat 101-99

Buddy Hield scored 25 points, Bennedict Mathurin had 23 points and Tyrese Haliburton scored 22 to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 101-99 victory over the Miami Heat on Friday night

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Won't return Friday Duarte (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Friday's game against the Heat, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

Impact Duarte twisted his left ankle on Kyle Lowry's foot in the first quarter of Friday's game and was helped to the locker room by teammates. In his absence, Bennedict Mathurin, T.J. McConnell and Andrew Nembhard figure to see increased roles off the bench.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Friday's game Duarte (ankle) was helped off of the court in the first quarter of Friday's game and is questionable to return, Pat Boylan of Bally Sports Indiana reports.

Impact Duarte rolled his left ankle on Kyle Lowry's foot and is questionable to return to the contest. If he is unable to retake the court, Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard could see expanded minutes.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Duarte breaks out of slump in Brooklyn, drops career-high 30 points for Indiana Pacers Duarte finally found his groove on Monday after a slow start to the season.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Chris Duarte pours in career-night in close loss to Nets Former Oregon Ducks Chris Duarte put together his best performance in the NBA to date during a road game against the Brooklyn Nets on Hallow...

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Chris Duarte Drops Career-High 30 Points at Brooklyn | Indiana Pacers

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Shines against Nets Duarte accumulated 30 points (10-15 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block in 38 minutes during Monday's 116-109 loss to the Nets.

Impact Duarte had his best game of the season Monday, but that doesn't say much given how poor his start to the season has been. Starting in place of Aaron Nesmith (foot), Duarte delivered his first game with more than 15 points while also showing elite levels of efficiency as a shooter. This might have been an outlier rather than the norm going forward, though, as he's averaged just 12.0 points per game across four starts.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Duarte 30 Points | Indiana Pacers at Brooklyn Nets

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Mathurin helps Pacers top Nets 125-116

Rookie Bennedict Mathurin scored a career-high 32 points, Tyrese Haliburton added 26 and the Indiana Pacers beat the Brooklyn Nets 125-116 on Saturday night

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Moves to starting lineup Duarte is in the starting lineup Saturday against the Nets.

Impact Duarte has endured a tough start to the season, but he moves to the starting unit in place of Aaron Nesmith (foot). This will be Duarte's third start of the campaign, and he averaged just 4.5 points per game while shooting 33.3 percent from the field in the previous two.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Underwhelming start continues Duarte accumulated 12 points (4-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block over 26 minutes during Wednesday's 124-109 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Duarte did see an uptick in playing time but was unable to cash in for those still holding on to the hope of a breakout. Coming into the season, he was viewed as a viable late-round target on the back of a solid rookie campaign. Unfortunately, Bennedict Mathurin has quickly established himself as the preferred option and so Duarte is probably headed down the path of being a drop in most standard leagues.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

What does Chris Duarte need to do to bounce back from his struggles for the Indiana Pacers? Chris Duarte’s shot hasn’t been falling, but he can find his groove for the Pacers.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Coming off bench Duarte will come off the bench Saturday against the Pistons, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Impact After starting the first two games but seeing fewer than 20 minutes in each, Duarte will come off the bench while Aaron Nesmith gets the nod. With Bennedict Mathurin also playing well, Duarte's role seems to be in permanent jeopardy.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not included on injury report Duarte (nose) doesn't possess an injury designation ahead of Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Duarte started the opener and logged 19 minutes prior to his exit after taking an elbow to the nose. Fortunately, it appears he didn't pick up any lasting damage and should resume his starting duties against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check prior to exiting game Duarte had five points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one steal in 19 minutes during Wednesday's 114-107 loss to Washington.

Impact Duarte had a limited impact early in Wednesday's regular-season opener and headed to the locker room in the fourth quarter after taking an elbow to the nose. While he returned to the bench area a few minutes later, the 2021 first-rounder didn't return to the game down the stretch. It's not yet clear whether the issue will impact his availability for Friday's matchup against the Spurs.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Beal, Wizards open season with 114-107 win over Pacers

Bradley Beal scored 23 points and Kyle Kuzma added 20 as the Washington Wizards led from wire to wire, beating the rebuilding Indiana Pacers 114-107

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Pacers pick up options on Tyrese Haliburton, 3 others

The Indiana Pacers are picking up the fourth-year option on starting point guard Tyrese Haliburton

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Third-year option picked up The Pacers exercised Duarte's $4.12 million team option for 2023-24 on Wednesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact The 13th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, Duarte opened his rookie season as a starter on the wing and played 30-plus minutes in eight of the Pacers' first nine games, but he saw both his performance and playing time drop off a bit as Indiana reclaimed health on the wing. The 25-year-old still earned a spot on the NBA's All-Rookie Second Team after averaging 13.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.7 three-pointers and 1.0 steals in 28.0 minutes per game over 55 appearances, so the Pacers' decision to pick up his third-year option comes as no surprise. He'll likely open the upcoming campaign as a starter on the wing alongside Buddy Hield, though Duarte could lose out on minutes as the season unfolds if lottery pick Bennedict Mathurin proves worthy of more playing time.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers seek long-term success by building around young team

The Indiana Pacers start this season in a different position

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • Associated Press

James scores 23 points, but not enough as Suns defeat Lakers

LeBron James flashed his midseason form, scoring 23 points in 18 minutes before the Phoenix Suns beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112-115

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Likely done for Summer League Duarte (rest) isn't expected to retake the floor during Summer League action, Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com reports.

Impact Duarte appeared in just one Summer League contest for the Pacers, and they seem to be satisfied with what they've seen from him. As a rookie, Duarte racked up 13.1 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 28.0 minutes per game, and he figures to be a featured member of the rotation again this season.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Duarte (rest) won't play in Sunday's Summer League game against the Kings, James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Duarte missed the final month of last season due to a toe injury, and the team continues to be cautious with the second-year guard. The Oregon product played in Friday's Summer League game and didn't experience any setbacks, so his absence Sunday is likely precautionary.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grimes, Knicks top Warriors 101-88 despite Moody's 34 points

Quentin Grimes had 24 points and eight assists, Jericho Sims scored 16 points on 7-of-8 shooting from the field and the New York Knicks overcame Moses Moody’s 34 points to beat the...

JULY 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Pacers guard Chris Duarte discusses Summer League win over Hornets Chris Duarte scored 16 points in the Pacers' win.

JULY 9, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

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