Caruso finished with 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds, three steals, two assists and one block across 28 minutes in Monday's 111-100 win over the Hawks.
Though he moved back to the bench last week following DeMar DeRozan's return from a three-game absence, Caruso hasn't noticed much of a downturn in playing time. Even if he doesn't ultimately displace the struggling Ayo Dosunmu as the Bulls' top point guard, Caruso will have some appeal in 12-team category leagues if he's able to maintain a consistent 25-to-30-minute role off the bench. He's proven to be an elite streaming option for steals of late, averaging 3.0 per game over his last five outings.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Turns in complete final line
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Caruso posted 12 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Sunday's 132-118 victory over the Warriors.
Caruso didn't perform particularly well in terms of scoring, but he came within one rebound of securing his second double-double of the 2022-23 campaign. He also dished out seven assists, which marks his highest total in this category since Dec. 7.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Making third straight start
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Caruso will serve as a starter on the wing in Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Caruso will make his third straight start in place of DeMar DeRozan as the Bulls go with a three-guard lineup featuring Caruso and Zach LaVine on the wing alongside point guard Ayo Dosunmu. Though Caruso hasn't seen a major spike in his scoring (8.0 points per game) or assists (3.5 per game) since moving back into the starting unit, he's tallied six steals and two blocks between those contests. He'll profile as an elite steaming option for steals in the Bulls' final game of the week before the team returns to action Thursday against the Pistons in Paris.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Draws starting nod Wednesday
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Caruso (ankle) will start Wednesday's game versus the Wizards.
Caruso appeared off the bench in each of his last five outings and hadn't started a contest since Dec. 21. That will change Wednesday, with DeMar DeRozan (quad) and Javonte Green (knee) both out. Caruso could see expanded minutes due to the role change, averaging 26.1 per game as a starter compared to just 22.6 per game off the bench.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Available Wednesday
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Caruso (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.
Caruso was listed as probable prior to Wednesday's matchup, so it's relatively unsurprising to see him available. He returned from a two-game absence Monday against Boston and posted six points, four assists, two rebounds and a block in 20 minutes during the loss.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Probable at Washington
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Caruso (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game at Washington.
Caruso played through the issue Monday against the Celtics to post six points, four assists, two rebounds and one block in 20 minutes. during the loss. He could see more minutes Wednesday, as DeMar DeRozan (quad) is questionable.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Plans to play Monday
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Caruso (ankle) is questionable for Monday's matchup against Boston, but he plans on playing, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.
Caruso has missed back-to-back games due to an ankle injury, but it appears he's on track to return Monday. Across 34 appearances (14 starts), the sixth-year guard is averaging 5.2 points, 3.4 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 24.1 minutes.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Listed questionable for Monday
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Caruso (ankle) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Celtics.
Caruso has missed back-to-back games due to an ankle injury and is questionable to miss a third straight. If he remains out, Coby White and Goran Dragic would be candidates for increased roles.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Out Saturday
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Caruso (ankle) is out Saturday against the Jazz.
Caruso will miss a second straight game. More minutes should remain available for Coby White and Goran Dragic.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Questionable Saturday
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Caruso (ankle) is considered questionable for Saturday's game versus the Jazz.
Caruso could not take the floor Friday after spraining his ankle Wednesday versus the Nets, but his questionable status for Saturday seemingly suggests the issue isn't too serious. Regardless of his status, Caruso hasn't finished in double digits in the scoring column since Nov. 30 and doesn't produce enough in other categories to warrant a fantasy look in most formats.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Out Friday
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Caruso (ankle) is out for Friday's game at Philadelphia.
Various injuries have plagued Caruso lately, and he'll miss his fifth game since Dec. 11. In his absence, more minutes should be in store for Coby White and Goran Dragic.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Iffy against Philadelphia
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Caruso (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game versus the 76ers.
Caruso suffered a right ankle sprain in Wednesday's game against the Nets. If he can't suit up Friday, his next chance to play is Saturday's matchup with the Jazz.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Exits Wednesday's contest
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Caruso will not return to Wednesday's game against the Nets with a sprained right ankle, Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.
Caruso exited the contest after landing awkwardly on Ben Simmons following just three minutes of action and will not return. Goran Dragic and Coby White will likely share Caruso's vacated minutes. He will have one day to recover before the Bulls' next game Friday in Philadelphia.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Available Monday
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Caruso (knee) is available for Monday's contest against the Cavaliers.
Caruso will officially appear in his third consecutive contest for the Bulls. The Texas A&M product is averaging 4.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.1 steals across 23.5 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Probable Monday
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Caruso is considered probable to take the floor Monday versus the Cavaliers despite right knee soreness.
Caruso has played in each of the last two and doesn't seem to be in danger of missing out on Monday's action either. He will likely log healthy action off the bench behind Ayo Dosunmu, who has claimed five straight starts.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Available Saturday
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Caruso (shoulder) is available Saturday against the Cavaliers, Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Caruso was probable for Saturday's matchup, so his status isn't particularly surprising. He came off the bench in his return from a three-game absence Friday against Detroit, and it's unclear whether he'll reclaim a starting role a day later.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Likely to play Saturday
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Caruso is probable for Saturday's game versus Cleveland due to a right acromioclaviluar sprain.
Caruso's injury is to the joint that joins his shoulder and clavicle. However, he will likely play Friday. He may continue to come off the bench with Ayo Dosunmu starting.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Will suit up Friday
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Caruso (concussion) is available for Friday's game versus the Pistons.
Caruso has been upgraded from probable to available Friday after clearing concussion protocols. His return from a three-game absence will likely result in reduced minutes for Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu and Goran Dragic.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Plans to play Friday
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Caruso (concussion) said he plans to play Friday against Detroit, Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Caruso has been unavailable for the last three games, but he cleared the league's concussion protocol Wednesday and was a full participant in Thursday's practice session. He apparently felt good following Friday's shootaround since he said afterward that he plans to return to the court against the Pistons. The 28-year-old averaged 6.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 23.4 minutes per game over his five appearances prior to his absence.
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Bulls' Alex Caruso: Likely to return Friday
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Caruso (concussion) is probable for Friday's game against Detroit.
Caruso has missed the last three games due to a concussion, but he'll likely be able to return to the court against the Pistons. He averaged 6.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 23.4 minutes per game over his five appearances prior to his absence, and it's unclear whether he'll face a minutes restriction if he's able to suit up Friday.
