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Chicago Bulls injury report versus Giannis Antetokounmpo-less Bucks

Originally posted on ChiCitySports | By Robin Adams | Last updated Feb 3, 2026 4:17 PM ET

The Chicago Bulls may be just 24-26 on the year so far, but they have fought their way up to ninth place in the NBA Eastern Conference. This means, of course, that they are in the NBA Playoffs picture, for now, as a possible play-in tournament team.

They can increase their lead over the lowly Milwaukee Bucks, who are just 18-29, when they face off against each other on Tuesday night. Indeed, Milwaukee has been one of the most disappointing teams in the NBA this season. They have gone from perennial playoff contenders to the laughing stock of the league in short order amid constant trade rumors as well.

The Chicago Bulls injury report vs the Milwaukee Bucks

Dec 12, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (3) brings the ball up court against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Unfortunately for the Bulls, they are going to be considerably short-handed when they face the Bucks on Tuesday night. The good news, though, is that Milwaukee has had trouble beating short-handed teams this season.

Bulls injury report

Zach Collins (toe sprain): Out
Noa Essengue (shoulder surgery): Out
Josh Giddey (hamstring strain): Out
Kevin Huerter (back spasms): Questionable
Tre Jones (hamstring strain): Out
Julian Phillips (wrist sprain): Questionable
Dario Saric (not with team): Out
Jalen Smith (calf injury management): Questionable

Josh Giddey, as one can see, is still dealing with the hamstring strain that caused him to miss 11 consecutive games in January. It is still possible, though, that Kevin Huerter, Julian Phillips, and Jalen Smith still play.

Bucks injury report

Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf strain): Out
Alex Antetokounmpo (G-League/two-way): Out
Taurean Prince (neck surgery): Out
Gary Harris (hamstring strain): Out
Kevin Porter Jr. (oblique strain): Out
Bobby Portis (hip contusion): Questionable

Of course, Chicago is not going to have to face Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is out for an undetermined period of time with a calf strain.

What is interesting to note is that former Bulls star Bobby Portis was added to their injury report today with a hip injury. Typically their Sixth Man, Portis has had to start games as of late due to Giannis’ injury.

If Portis cannot play, Chicago will have yet another advantage in the front court.

This article first appeared on ChiCitySports and was syndicated with permission.

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