Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Sinks game-winning three-pointer
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Vucevic generated 27 points (11-19 FG, 5-9 3Pt), eight rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 34 minutes of Wednesday's 122-121 win over the Trail Blazers.
With the Bulls trailing by two, Vucevic caught a pass on the left wing from Coby White and knocked down a three-pointer at the buzzer. The shot marked Vucevic's fifth made three-pointer of the night, setting a season high in the category. He fell one point shy of tying his season high as well. In 14 appearances this season, Vucevic is averaging 16.6 points, 9.9 rebounds and 3.6 assists across 31.6 minutes.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Sixth double-double of season
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Vucevic finished with 21 points (8-17 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 41 minutes during Sunday's 150-147 double-overtime loss to Utah.
Vucevic reached the 20-point mark for the first time since Oct. 31, when he recorded 26 points in a win over the Knicks, and he also notched his sixth double-double of the campaign. The return of Coby White should take some offensive touches away from the Vucevic, but the veteran big man has proven to produce enough to remain a valuable option to roster across all formats. Vucevic is averaging 16.5 points, 10.2 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game this season.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Rough night again Wednesday
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Vucevic notched six points (3-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt), six rebounds and three assists in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 124-113 loss to the Pistons.
Vucevic continues to struggle on the offensive end, having now shot under 40 percent from the floor in three straight games. After a hot start to the season, his overall production has regressed, averaging 10.5 points, 6.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists over his past four appearances. He should be able to turn things around sooner rather than later, with his next opportunity coming on Sunday against the Jazz.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Relatively quiet in loss
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Vucevic logged 11 points (4-14 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), eight rebounds and six assists across 29 minutes during Monday's 121-117 loss to the Spurs.
Vucevic has had a blistering start to the season in all categories but has cooled down in recent games. He's averaged just 10.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.0 steals in his last two appearances after averaging 18.9 points, 11.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.4 blocks in his first eight. Vucevic will look to get back on track Wednesday against the Pistons.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Posts another double-double
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Vucevic produced 19 points (8-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one steal and one block in 31 minutes during Tuesday's 113-111 win over Philadelphia.
Vucevic continues to anchor Chicago's frontcourt, posting a double-double for the fifth time in seven appearances this season. The big man is as consistent as they come at the center position, and he's been meshing well with Josh Giddey of late, with both players managing to produce at a high level. Expect Vucevic to remain a reliable provider of points and rebounds as long as he remains with the Bulls.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Impresses as passer again
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Vucevic contributed 13 points (5-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 126-113 win over the Kings.
Vucevic provides a steady source of points and rebounds year after year. He's notched a double-double in all but one game this season. The Chicago big man is also showing flashes of improvement as a passer. He followed up a nine-assist outing with seven more helpers Wednesday.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Flirts with triple-double in win
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Vucevic closed Monday's 128-123 win over the Hawks with 17 points (7-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, nine assists and two steals over 34 minutes.
Another night, another big-time double-double for the man from Montenegro. The 35-year-old big man is off to yet another solid start this season, posting averages of 20.0 points, 13.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.0 triples and 1.0 steals per contest on 64/55/100 shooting splits. The shooting percentages aren't sustainable, but as long as Vucevic remains in Chicago, he'll be racking up the points and boards as the focal point of the Bulls' offensive attack.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Efficient in win
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Vucevic totaled 15 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block across 31 minutes during Saturday's 110-98 win over the Magic.
Vucevic had a smaller offensive role Saturday, attempting just seven shots to tie for fifth most on the team, but he maximized his opportunities with efficient shooting, including perfect marks from three-point range and the charity stripe. The veteran center remains one of the league's most dependable producers, having averaged a double-double in seven consecutive seasons entering this year and 11 times across his career overall.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Pours in 28 points
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Vucevic contributed 28 points (11-18 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 115-111 victory over the Pistons.
Vucevic was dominant right out of the gate, as he comfortably led the Bulls in shot attempts while rocking a near 25.0 percent usage rate. Vucevic, who turns 35 on Friday, has seen his name in the rumor mill for several months as he's on an expiring contract. But for the time being, he seems focused on the task at hand, leading the Bulls to an Opening Night win against an improved Detroit side.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Needs 10 shots to score six points
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Vucevic was held to six points (3-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one turnover across 24 minutes in Sunday's preseason loss to Milwaukee.
Vucevic couldn't get anything to drop Sunday evening, missing all four of his three-point attempts and both of his freebies at the line. He's been quiet through the preseason thus far, but perhaps the 34-year-old vet will be able to turn in a more productive performance Tuesday in Denver.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Starting, actually
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Vucevic, after being left off Chicago's initial starting lineup, is part of the first unit for Sunday's preseason game against Milwaukee, Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic reports.
Correcting a previous report, Vucevic will fill his typical starting center spot Sunday. The veteran big man was rested in the Bulls' previous preseason game. Josh Giddey, Tre Jones, Isaac Okoro and Matas Buzelis make up the rest of the first five.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Active, not starting
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Vucevic isn't part of the starting lineup for Sunday's preseason game against Milwaukee.
Vucevic was rested in Chicago's previous preseason tilt but is available to play Sunday. However, the veteran center isn't part of the starting lineup, which could indicate he'll see limited action. Vucevic has come off the bench in just three regular-season games across four-plus years with the Bulls.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Back in action Sunday
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Vucevic (rest) will be back in the lineup for Sunday's preseason game against the Bucks, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.
After sitting out Thursday's preseason game against the Cavaliers, Vucevic has the green light for this exhibition. The Bulls have two more preseason contests following Sunday's game.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Won't play vs. Cleveland
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Vucevic (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason game against the Cavaliers, Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic reports.
Vucevic will be sidelined for this preseason matchup due to rest purposes. The team will likely turn to Zach Collins and Jalen Smith to shoulder the load in the frontcourt.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Leading rebounder in double-double
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Vucevic contributed 16 points (6-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two blocks, one assist and one steal over 38 minutes in Wednesday's 109-90 loss to Miami in the Play-In Tournament.
Vucevic was strong in the paint for Chicago in the Play-In Tournament battle against the Heat, leading all Bulls in rebounds and blocks while finishing as one of two players with a double-double performance in Chicago's final game of the season. Vucevic was a double-double machine this year, accomplishing the feat in 45 outings during the regular season and carrying that into the postseason Wednesday.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Flirts with triple-double
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Vucevic racked up 15 points (7-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 12 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 119-89 victory over Washington.
Vucevic has now recorded eight assists in back-to-back games, narrowly missing out on his second and third triple-double of the season. After shooting just 29.4 percent from behind the arc last season, the veteran big man is converting 40.3 percent of his 4.4 three-point attempts per contest in 2024-25.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Nears triple-double in return
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Vucevic provided 20 points (9-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt), 11 rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 119-111 win over the Heat.
Josh Giddey stole the show with his impressive triple-double in this win over the Heat, but Vucevic's performance can't be overlooked. The big man, who was returning after not playing in Tuesday's loss to the Hornets due to a calf problem, finished just two assists away from recording a triple-double of his own. Vucevic is ending the season on a strong note, scoring in double digits and grabbing at least eight boards in his last 10 games. He's averaging 18.8 points, 10.3 rebounds and 4.5 assists per contest while racking up six double-doubles over that stretch.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Cleared to play Wednesday
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Vucevic (calf) is available for Wednesday's game against Miami, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.
Vucevic didn't play in Tuesday's loss to the Cavaliers while managing a right calf issue, but he'll play in the second leg of the Bulls' back-to-back set Wednesday. The veteran center has averaged 19.2 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 1.0 blocks in 29.1 minutes per game over his last 10 outings while shooting 55.4 percent from the field and 47.7 percent from three.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Expected to play
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Vucevic (calf) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Vucevic was given the night off Tuesday against the Cavaliers for injury maintenance, but he's expected to see his usual allotment of minutes Wednesday. Jalen Smith started Tuesday's game in Vucevic's place, but he's now questionable to face the Heat due to an ankle sprain.
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Bulls' Nikola Vucevic: Won't play vs. Cleveland
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Vucevic (calf) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Vucevic is dealing with soreness in his right calf, which will keep him sidelined in Cleveland on Tuesday for the first half of a back-to-back set. The Bulls will likely turn to Zach Collins to help shoulder the load in the frontcourt. Vucevic's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against Miami.
