Guerschon Yabusele News, Rumors, Updates - Chicago Bulls

Iffy for Wednesday Yabusele is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers due to a sprained left ankle.

Impact Yabusele continues to be bothered by the injury and could go through pregame warmups Wednesday before Chicago updates his playing status. Nick Richards (elbow) is also questionable, so the depleted Bulls frontcourt could be down to Leonard Miller and Lachlan Olbrich as the last men standing at the center position.

2 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Yabusele (ankle) will play Monday against the Spurs.

Impact Yabusele will return to the court following a one-game absence due to a left ankle injury. Nick Richards (elbow) is sidelined Monday, so Yabusele appears to be the favorite to draw a start at center.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Yabusele (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game in San Antonio.

Impact Yabusele 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 he's not able to give it a go, Lachlan Olbrich could see heavy minutes as the last center standing in Chicago.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Resting against Memphis Yabusele (ankle) is out for Saturday's game in Memphis.

Impact Yabusele got the start in Friday's 131-113 loss to Oklahoma City. However, as expected, Yabusele will sit this one out to rest. With Jalen Smith (calf) and Nick Richards (elbow) also sidelined, the Bulls will be thin at the five, potentially resulting in Lachlan Olbrich making the first start of his career.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Oklahoma City Yabusele will start in Friday's game against Oklahoma City.

Impact Nick Richards (elbow) isn't available, so Yabusele will start for the first time since March 10. In 12 starts during the campaign, the 30-year-old has averaged 10.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.5 blocks and 0.8 steals while shooting 39.1 percent from behind the arc.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Yabusele (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Impact With Yabusele available and Nick Richards (elbow) out, the former appears primed to draw the start at center for the Bulls on Friday. Yabusele has averaged 10.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 25.9 minutes per contest across 12 games as a starter for Chicago.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still nursing ankle issue Yabusele is questionable for Friday's game against Oklahoma City due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Yabusele missed Monday's action against Houston before taking the court Wednesday against Philly, but it seems the ankle is still bothering him. He'll presumably need to prove his health during shootaround and leading up to tipoff to gain clearance to play.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chips in 11 points off bench Yabusele posted 11 points (3-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and four rebounds over 22 minutes during the Bulls' 157-137 loss to the 76ers on Wednesday.

Impact Yabusele was one of nine Bulls players to score in double digits, but the team was ineffective defensively in a blowout loss. The veteran big man could in line for an expanded roles in the coming days depending on the statuses of Jalen Smith (calf) and Nick Richards (elbow), both of whom left Wednesday's game due to injury. Yabusele started in 12 of 13 games from early February to mid-March, scoring in double digits in eight of those contests while recording two double-doubles and a near triple-double against the Pistons on Feb. 21.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Wednesday Yabusele (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Yabusele was held out of Monday's game against the Rockets due to a left ankle sprain. He was initially listed as doubtful for Wednesday's contest, but the veteran big man has progressed enough in his recovery to be cleared to play against Philadelphia. Yabusele has scored in double digits in three of his last four outings while connecting on 57.1 percent of his field-goal attempts over that span.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Yabusele (ankle) is now questionable for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Yabusele (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact A left ankle sprain is likely to result in a second consecutive absence for Yabusele. Nick Richards figures to continue to start in the frontcourt alongside Jalen Smith on Wednesday.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Yabusele (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact No surprise here, as Yabusele was previously listed as doubtful. Jalen Smith (calf) remains questionable, which means Nick Richards may be relied on heavily.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Monday Yabusele is doubtful for Monday's game versus the Rockets due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Yabusele must have tweaked his ankle during Thursday's loss to the Cavs, and now he's in danger of missing Monday's game. Jalen Smith (calf) is also questionable for Monday's game, and if he's forced to join Yabusele on the sidelines, Nick Richards would get a chance to start.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Yabusele recorded 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals across 29 minutes during Thursday's 115-110 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Yabusele continues to make a positive impact for his new team. Over his last six games, he's seeing 21.0 minutes per contest with 7.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.5 three-pointers on 43.3 percent shooting from the field.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Yabusele is back after a one-game absence, and he'll likely be starting Friday evening with Jalen Smith (calf) unavailable. Yabusele is averaging 10.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 2.1 triples per game with the Bulls this season.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Yabusele (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Yabusele skipped Thursday's loss to the Lakers, but there's a chance he could get back out there for Friday's game. Jalen Smith (calf) isn't expected to play, so if Yabusele is cleared, he'll likely be starting.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Yabusele (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Lakers, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Impact Yabusele was downgraded to out earlier in the day, and he's now officially been listed out with foot soreness. Nick Richards and Lachlan Olbrich should have a chance for more minutes in Yabusele's place.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Yabusele (foot) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Yabusele was previously labeled as questionable for this contest. With this news, guys like Nick Richards, Leonard Miller and Lachlan Olbrich could be more involved for the Bulls.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Yabusele is questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers due to left foot soreness.

Impact If Yabusele can't play Thursday, Nick Richards would have a chance to start, and there would be more minutes available for Lachlan Olbrich and Leonard Miller. Check back for another update on Yabusele closer to Thursday's tip.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls come to Guerschon Yabusele realization the 76ers know too well It’s the Bulls’ turn to savor the Guerschon Yabusele experience which the 76ers reveled in.

MARCH 10 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Logs season high in minutes Yabusele closed with 16 points (6-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block over 37 minutes during Thursday's 105-103 win over the Suns.

Impact Yabusele managed to score 16 points, but it took him 15 attempts from the field to do so. He was also less productive on the glass after recording a double-double in his previous matchup Tuesday against OKC. While this was far from an efficient night, Yabusele continues to see significant usage while the Bulls navigate without Jalen Smith (calf) and Patrick Williams (quadriceps).

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls hold off the Suns 105-103 for their 2nd win in 3 games after an 11-game skid

Collin Sexton scored 30 points and the Chicago Bulls held off the Phoenix Suns 105-103 for their second victory in three games following an 11-game losing streak

MARCH 6 • Associated Press

Double-double in loss to OKC Yabusele closed Tuesday's 116-108 loss to the Thunder with 18 points (7-14 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 29 minutes.

Impact Making his sixth straight start, Yabusele delivered his third double-double of the season, tying his career high. The journeyman big is plugging a hole in the Chicago frontcourt right now, and over his last 11 games (nine starts) he's averaging 11.0 points, 6.5 boards, 2.3 assists, 2.3 threes and 0.9 steals in 25.2 minutes. Yabusele's role and usage are likely to take a hit once Jalen Smith (calf) is cleared to return to the lineup, however.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

McCain scores 20 as Thunder beat Bulls 116-108 without Gilgeous-Alexander

Jared McCain scored 20 points, Isaiah Joe added 19 and the Oklahoma City Thunder — playing without star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — beat the Chicago Bulls 116-108 on Tuesday night

MARCH 4 • Associated Press

Plays well in win Yabusele racked up 12 points (3-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and three steals in 23 minutes during Sunday's 120-97 victory over Milwaukee.

Impact Yabusele continues to thrive for the shorthanded Bulls and has emerged as a solid fantasy pickup. Over his last five games, he's averaging 10.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.0 three-pointers in 25.0 minutes per contest.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

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Bulls hold off the Suns 105-103 for their 2nd win in 3 games after an 11-game skid

McCain scores 20 as Thunder beat Bulls 116-108 without Gilgeous-Alexander