Zach Collins News, Rumors, Updates - Chicago Bulls

Strong double-double Collins closed with 18 points (6-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 15 rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes during Saturday's 114-109 victory over the Heat.

Impact Collins has started in the Bulls' last seven games due to the injury issues Nikola Vucevic (calf) is going through, but the veteran big man has been delivering solid results. Collins has recorded four double-doubles over his last six appearances, and this one was particularly impressive since he had to deal with the complicated threat of Bam Adebayo on both ends of the court. There are no signs of Vucevic being ready to return in the near future, and until that happens, Collins should remain in the starting five.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Giddey scores 26 to lead Bulls' comeback from 17 down to beat the Heat 114-109

Josh Giddey scored 26 points and the Chicago Bulls rallied from a 17-point, first-half deficit to beat the Miami Heat 114-109 on Saturday night

MARCH 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Bulls big Zach Collins hoping to see lineup where he teams with Vooch Bulls coach Billy Donovan is not against going with a big duo of Collins and Nikola Vucevic on the floor at the same time, but first they ne...

MARCH 9, 2025 • SUNTIMES.COM

Matas Buzelis puts in hard time in Bulls win over the physical Magic It didn't look good when Bulls bigs Zach Collins and Jalen Smith had both fouled out of the game in the fourth quarter Thursday night, but i...

MARCH 7, 2025 • SUNTIMES.COM

Battles foul trouble in win Collins accumulated three points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and one block in 12 minutes before fouling out of Thursday's 125-123 victory over the Magic.

Impact Collins was limited to just 12 minutes as a result of fouling out, bringing to an end his recent productive stretch. While this was a night to forget, Collins has been playing his best basketball of the season, slotting in as the starting center with Nikola Vucevic sidelined with a calf injury. Until Vucevic is cleared to return, expect to see Collins running with the starters.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double against Cleveland Collins closed with 20 points (10-16 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 139-117 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Making his fifth straight start in place of Nikola Vucevic (calf), Collins stayed productive with his third double-double of the season -- all of which have come while Chicago's top center has been on the shelf. During his starting run, Collins has averaged 18.2 points, 10.4 boards, 3.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 threes while shooting 59.3 percent from the floor, but he could be set to slide back to the bench with Vucevic eyeing a return to the lineup Thursday in Orlando.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Donovan Mitchell scores 28 and NBA-best Cavs beat Bulls 139-117 for 11th straight win

Donovan Mitchell scored 28 points, Jarrett Allen added 25 points and 17 rebounds, and the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers won their 11th straight game, 139-117 over the Chicago Bulls

MARCH 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Pair of Former Zags Thriving After Getting Dealt at NBA Trade Deadline Kelly Olynyk and Zach Collins are each thriving on new clubs after the NBA trade deadline.

MARCH 3, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Stays hot in win Collins dropped 15 points (5-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 13 boards, five assists, one steal and one block in 40 minutes during Friday's overtime win against the Raptors.

Impact In the absence of Nikola Vucevic (calf), Collins has continued to dominate the big man minutes in head coach Billy Donovan's rotation. He once again made the most of his newfound role with his second straight double-double against the Raptors, and is now averaging 18.3 points and 11.7 boards on 55.9 percent shooting in his past three outings. So long as Vucevic stays on the sidelines, Collins will remain a viable fantasy option. The former has already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers, making Collins an attractive waiver wire pickup if he hasn't already been snatched up.

MARCH 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Coby White scores 24 points and Chicago Bulls top Raptors in overtime, 125-115

Coby White scored 24 points, including a clutch four-point play, and the Bulls rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 125-115 in overtime

MARCH 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Chicago Bulls rely on 6-11 Zach Collins as the last center standing on an undersized roster The Chicago Bulls rely on 6-11 Zach Collins as the last center standing on an undersized roster.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • PANTAGRAPH.COM

With big men injuries mounting, Zach Collins is ready for his opportuinity “I've always liked Zach as a player,” coach Billy Donovan said. "He just hasn't been healthy early in his career. But [with] his physicality...

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • SUNTIMES.COM

Monster game against Clippers Collins supplied 21 points (8-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 17 rebounds, six assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 122-117 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Collins started for a second straight game, moving into the first unit while Jalen Smith (concussion) and Nikola Vucevic (calf) are sidelined. Collins reeled in a career-high 17 rebounds and fell one assist short of matching his career high also. It's unclear how long the pair of big men will be out, but Collins has filled in nicely.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

James Harden scores 30, Clippers hold off Bulls 122-117 to stop 3-game skid

James Harden made seven 3-pointers and scored 30 points, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Chicago Bulls 122-117

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

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FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Available to face Clippers Collins (shin) will play in Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Collins was initially listed as probable due to a right shin injury, but he'll be in uniform for Wednesday's contest. With Jalen Smith (concussion) and Nikola Vucevic (calf) sidelined, Collins should draw a second straight start.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable against Clippers Collins (shin) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Collins is managing right shin pain, but he's likely to be available Wednesday. The veteran big man is primed for an increase in fantasy value as well, considering Nikola Vucevic (calf) is doubtful and Jalen Smith (concussion) is out. Collins posted a full stat line with 19 points, five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 28 minutes during Monday's start against the 76ers.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up 19 points as starter Collins produced 19 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Monday's 142-110 win over the 76ers.

Impact Nikola Vucevic missed this game with a calf strain and is presumably day-to-day -- he was initially probable before being ruled out. Collins has been productive in the past when the minutes are there, making him a potential pickup in fantasy formats if Vucevic is forced to miss additional time. Through four games with Chicago, Collins holds averages of 8.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 0.8 steals in 18.3 minutes.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Giddey scores 25 points as the Bulls snap a 6-game skid with a 142-110 rout of the 76ers

Josh Giddey had 25 points, 16 rebounds and six assists as the Chicago Bulls ended a six-game skid by routing the Philadelphia 76ers 142-110

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting vs. 76ers Collins is in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the 76ers, Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network reports.

Impact Collins will get the nod in the first unit since Nikola Vucevic will miss this contest due to a calf injury. Collins hasn't started a game since Dec. 6, when he played for the Spurs. He's averaging 5.0 points and 5.3 rebounds per game in his first three outings with Chicago.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 10 boards Saturday Collins posted eight points (4-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 10 rebounds and one assist across 18 minutes during Saturday's 121-117 loss to the Suns.

Impact Collins finished Saturday's game as the Bulls' second leading scorer behind Nikola Vucevic (10) and third among Chicago's reserves in scoring. It was the first game that Collins served as the primary backup at center behind Vucevic due to the absence of Jalen Smith (concussion). Collins will continue to see extended playing time off the bench for as long as Smith remains sidelined.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 12 minutes in team debut Collins logged five points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and five rebounds over 12 minutes during Tuesday's 132-92 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Collins made his season debut for the Bulls, playing a limited role off the bench. The Bulls were embarrassed in this one, meaning their rotation was very hard to get a read on. At this point, it is unclear whether Collins will feature on a nightly basis or simply be used as an emergency piece, as required.

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Golden State Collins (recently traded) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Collins was shipped to the Bulls ahead of the NBA trade deadline earlier this week and will make his debut Saturday for Chicago. In 36 games with the Spurs this season, the veteran big man averaged 4.6 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game, shooting 46.2 percent from the floor.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Golden State Collins (recently traded) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Warriors.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Giddey scores 26 to lead Bulls' comeback from 17 down to beat the Heat 114-109

Donovan Mitchell scores 28 and NBA-best Cavs beat Bulls 139-117 for 11th straight win

Coby White scores 24 points and Chicago Bulls top Raptors in overtime, 125-115

James Harden scores 30, Clippers hold off Bulls 122-117 to stop 3-game skid

Giddey scores 25 points as the Bulls snap a 6-game skid with a 142-110 rout of the 76ers