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Available to play Phillips (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

Impact With Kevin Huerter (hamstring) and Isaac Okoro (back) unavailable Wednesday night, Phillips could see meaningful minutes in the rotation. He might be worth a dart throw in daily fantasy leagues.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Phillips (illness) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

Impact Phillips needs to be officially cleared but may receive a slight bump in minutes Wednesday due to injuries to Coby White (calf), Kevin Huerter (hamstring), Isaac Okoro (back), Jalen Smith (hamstring) and Dalen Terry (calf). Phillips recorded a season-high 20 minutes Monday in Orlando, posting 10 points and three rebounds, and may be leaned on again with the Bulls banged up.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Available Monday Phillips (illness) is available for Monday's game against the Magic.

Impact Phillips will return to action after missing Saturday's loss to Indiana, and he could see a slight bump in minutes with Coby White (calf/illness), Jalen Smith (hamstring), Isaac Okoro (back) and Dalen Terry (calf) all sidelined. Over his last five games, Phillips has averaged 3.2 points and 1.8 rebounds in 10.0 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Phillips (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Magic.

Impact Phillips is in jeopardy of missing his second straight game due to an illness. If he's ultimately ruled out, Kevin Huerter and Patrick Williams are candidates for a slight bump in minutes.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Phillips (illness) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Phillips was a late addition to the injury report due to illness and won't see the floor for the first time since Opening Night. With the Bulls having a busy injury report, Kevin Huerter, Jevon Carter and Patrick Williams are likely to see increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Saturday Phillips is probable for Saturday's game against the Pacers due to an illness.

Impact Phillips doesn't have much of a role in the Bulls' rotation, so his absence shouldn't have a big impact in fantasy. He's averaging a career-low 7.9 minutes per game this season.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goes scoreless in loss Phillips chipped in no counting stats in two minutes during Friday's 123-116 loss to the Hornets.

Impact Phillips barely saw the floor Friday, continuing what has been a disappointing season. Despite playing in all 17 games thus far, he is averaging a mere 2.2 points in 7.9 minutes per contest, leaving him well off the fantasy radar across all formats.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Muted role continues Phillips posted four points (2-2 FG) and three rebounds in 10 minutes during Saturday's 121-120 victory over the Wizards.

Impact Phillips played limited minutes off the bench, a trend that seems as though it is here to stay. As the Bulls start to get healthy players back on the court, Phillips could even find himself out of the rotation at times. In 15 appearances this season, he is averaging 2.0 points in 7.8 minutes.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Plays nine minutes in loss Phillips logged zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one steal in nine minutes during Monday's 121-117 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Phillips has not scored since Oct. 27 and has yet to see the court for more than 10 minutes in a game this season. He is firmly behind Isaac Okoro, Patrick Williams and Kevin Huerter on the depth chart and will only see more playing time if one of them doesn't play.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Phillips (back) is listed as available for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Phillips is dealing with lower back tightness on his left side but has appeared in three straight games. Phillips has averaged 2.3 points in 7.0 minutes this season. Though active, don't expect the 2023 second-round pick to crack the regular rotation soon.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Phillips (back) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Phillips is dealing with lower back tightness on his left side, though he's likely to play Sunday. Over four regular-season appearances, the 21-year-old forward has averaged 2.3 points in 7.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Strong preseason outing Phillips posted 17 points (5-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 22 minutes during Thursday's 126-120 preseason win over Minnesota.

Impact After missing three straight preseason games, Phillips returned to action Thursday and finished as Chicago's second leading scorer. The 2023 second-round pick averaged 14.2 minutes per game for the Bulls last season, appearing in 79 regular-season contests (five starts).

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to return Phillips (knee) is available for Thursday's preseason game against Minnesota, Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic reports.

Impact Phillips is recovered from a knee injury. Thursday is his final chance to get exhibition reps and make an impression for the Bulls this fall.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't suit up vs. Denver Phillips (knee) didn't play in Tuesday's 124-117 preseason loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Phillips didn't practice Monday and ultimately missed his third consecutive preseason game due to knee soreness Tuesday. His next opportunity to play will come in Thursday's preseason finale against the Timberwolves.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Monday Phillips (knee) did not practice Monday, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Impact Phillips has missed the past two exhibition games for Chicago, and it looks like that number will hit three for Tuesday's game in Denver. Phillips will have a negligible role in the Bulls' rotation to start the season, so he can safely be ignored in most leagues.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Phillips (knee) will not play in Sunday's exhibition against the Bucks, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Phillips will miss a second straight exhibition and it's unclear how severe the injury is. His next chance to play comes in Tuesday's exhibition against Denver.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Phillips (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers, Joel Lorenzi of The Athleticreports.

Impact Phillips is nursing a knee injury, which will keep him sidelined for this preseason matchup. The next opportunity for him to return to the floor will be Sunday against the Bucks.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Plays a single minute Phillips finished with no counting stats in one minute during Wednesday's 109-90 Play-In Game loss to the Heat.

Impact Phillips appeared in 79 regular-season games for the Bulls in 2024-25, but saw limited playing time. He averaged 4.6 points and 2.1 rebounds in 14.2 minutes per game while shooting 44.6 percent from the field. Phillips is under contract with the Bulls for two more seasons.

APRIL 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Phillips isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Phillips made back-to-back starts to close the regular season due to the absence of Josh Giddey. With Giddey available Wednesday, Phillips will rejoin the reserves. Phillips averaged 4.6 points and 2.1 rebounds across 14.2 minutes per game during the regular season.

APRIL 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 23 points Phillips ended Friday's 119-89 win over the Wizards with 23 points (7-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal across 28 minutes.

Impact Phillips entered the starting five Friday due to Josh Giddey (forearm) being out and capitalized on the increased playing time by tallying a season-high 23 points. Phillips also was one rebound shy of his first double-double of the campaign. Across his four starts this season, Phillips has posted 48.0/40.0/90.0 shooting splits.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 12, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

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