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Bulls Injury Report: Zach Collins Back?
Chicago Bulls likely to play Zach Collins in opener after quad injury.
In brief
Chicago Bulls likely to play Zach Collins in opener after quad injury. Chicago Bulls will play Zach Collins in opener after he practiced fully and sounded optimistic about returning from quad injury. Originally reported by Chicago Bulls On SI.
Bulls Opening Night Injury Report
Chicago Bulls will be down a few bodies for opening night matchup against Toronto Raptors.
Nic Claxton Out (Hamstring)
Nic Claxton missed preseason due to hamstring injury and will need weeks before Bulls debut.
Tiago Splitter Update
Tiago Splitter's latest update wasn't encouraging; he needs at least a couple more weeks to debut.
Dailyn Swain and Jordan Hawkins Out
Dailyn Swain and Jordan Hawkins didn't make trip due to ongoing illness.
Swain's Role Unclear
Swain's exact role remains unclear but he is an important building block for new front office.
Zach Collins Probable
Zach Collins practiced fully and sounds optimistic about playing in opener.
Jalen Smith Minutes
Jalen Smith gets bulk of minutes with Collins' workload managed carefully.
Collins' Impact
Collins' return could prove pivotal against Raptors due to Toronto's lack of center depth.
Isaac Okoro Probable
Isaac Okoro likely returns after knee injury with strong perimeter defense role.
Leonard Miller Probable
Leonard Miller added after outstanding preseason run with adductor issue.
Tobe Awaka Probable
Tobe Awaka deals with knee injury but on practice floor.
The main idea
Chicago Bulls will play Zach Collins in opener after he practiced fully and sounded optimistic about returning from quad injury.
