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Probable for Wednesday Awaka (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Awaka remains day-to-day with his knee sprain. With Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) sidelined to open the season, Awaka could be in the mix at the edge of the rotation.

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Ruled out for Friday Awaka (knee) is out for Friday's preseason finale versus Minnesota, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Impact Awaka will miss Chicago's final two preseason games due to the knee injury, but for what it's worth, head coach Tiago Splitter said he's "close" to a return. The Bulls open their season on Oct. 21 in Toronto, and for now, Awaka should be considered questionable for that one.

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Out Wednesday Awaka (knee) was unavailable for Wednesday's preseason game against Milwaukee, Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic reports.

Impact Awaka missed practice Tuesday and was ultimately sidelined Wednesday while managing a knee injury he sustained Friday against Memphis. The rookie's next chance to suit up will come Friday against Minnesota.

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Nursing knee issue Awaka (knee) didn't practice Tuesday, per K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network.

Impact Awaka banged his knee in Friday's preseason game against Memphis. The undrafted rookie can be deemed questionable for Wednesday's exhibition versus the Bucks.

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Slotted to bench Awaka will come off the bench during Sunday's preseason game against the Nuggets.

Impact Awaka will shift back to a reserve role due to Jalen Smith (foot) returning to the lineup. The Arizona product was held scoreless for 24 minutes during Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.

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Starting vs. Memphis Awaka will start Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Nic Claxton (hamstring), Zach Collins (toe) and Jalen Smith (ankle) are all unavailable, opening the door for Awaka to enter the starting five. The 22-year-old was highly productive in Wednesday's preseason-opening win over the Suns, recording 14 points, 11 rebounds, a steal and a block in 21 minutes.

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Double-doubles with two stocks Awaka produced 14 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 11 rebounds, one steal and one block over 21 minutes in Wednesday's 124-117 preseason win over the Suns.

Impact With Nic Claxton (hamstring) and Zach Collins (toe) already banged up, Awaka is an intriguing guy to monitor this preseason. Though undersized, he's a superb rebounder, so he could earn minutes in the rotation if the Bulls' bigs aren't healthy to start the year.

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Scores 12 points in loss Awaka finished with 12 points (5-5 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one block over 19 minutes in Thursday's 105-82 Summer League loss to the Lakers.

Impact Awaka had a double-double in Tuesday's 99-87 Summer League victory over Washington. He wasn't as productive Thursday, but he still managed to record his second consecutive double-digit scoring performance in Las Vegas. The 22-year-old is currently signed to a two-way deal with the Bulls. Although Awaka could see some action with the parent club during the 2026-27 campaign, he is expected to spend most of his time in the G League.

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