Dec 8, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) drives to the basket against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at United Center. Photo:Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Chicago Bulls Injury Report: Priorities vs 76ers

Originally posted on On Tap Sports Net | By Derek Briscoe | Last updated Jan 25, 2025 5:00 PM ET

The Chicago Bulls will return to the United Center to host the Philadelphia 76ers in a matchup that could significantly impact both teams’ prospects for draft position and the Play-In Tournament.

Chicago Bulls Injury Report

Following a three-game road trip, the Chicago Bulls will return to the United Center with several lingering injuries. Ayo Dosunmu’s status remains uncertain as he continues to recover from a right soleus strain. Chris Duarte, who has missed the past three games due to personal reasons, has been upgraded to questionable on the injury report.

Meanwhile, Torrey Craig remains sidelined with a right ankle sprain. Coby White, who missed Thursday’s loss to the Golden State Warriors, will continue to be absent with a right ankle bone bruise.

Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report

The Philadelphia 76ers enter Saturday’s matchup in Chicago with several injuries. Jared McCain is indefinitely sidelined due to a left knee meniscus surgery. KJ Martin is also unavailable with a left foot stress reaction injury. Caleb Martin is out with a right hip strain. Additionally, both of Philadelphia’s prominent big men, Andre Drummond and Joel Embiid, will be sidelined. Drummond has a left toe injury, while Embiid continues to manage a left knee injury.

The Chicago Bulls possess a two-game advantage over the Philadelphia 76ers for the final Play-In position. Conversely, in the reverse standings, the 76ers hold a two-game lead over the Bulls in draft lottery positioning. Which standing holds greater significance for which team? We may discover this on Saturday when the Bulls face the 76ers in Chicago. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. CT, and the game will air on the Chicago Sports Network (CHSN).

This article first appeared on On Tap Sports Net and was syndicated with permission.

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