Bulls' Patrick Williams: Starting sans Vucevic

Williams will start Monday's game against the Pelicans.

With Nikola Vucevic (knee) sidelined, Williams will get the starting nod for the first time this season. Over his last five appearances, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 7.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 17.2 minutes per contest.