Chicago gets a key injury update on Ayo Dosunmu for the 76ers clash
The Chicago Bulls‘ unexpected strong start is due to several reasons. One of them is because Great game by Ayo Dosunmu. He is averaging 16.2 points, 3.2 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game so far as the Bulls are off to a 5-1 start.
After a good result against the New York Knicks last Friday, Dosunmu did not play the rubber match on Sunday due to a bruised left quad. On Tuesday Dosunmu is listed as suspicious on the NBA injury pregame report against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Also, Dosunmu took a few shots during the team’s practice, according to KC Johnson of the Chicago Sports Network. The other two players on the injured list are Kobe White and Zach Collins. White is out due to a lower leg injuryand Collins was ruled out for a left scaphoid fracture.
Last season, Dosunmu averaged 12.3 points, 4.5 assists and 3.5 rebounds per game in 46 games. In March, Dosunmu’s season ended abruptly due to a a shoulder injury that required surgery.
Currently, Dosunmu is in his final year a three-year, $21 million contract with the Bulls. As a result, he will become an unrestricted free agent next season.
During the offseason there were rumors that the Bulls in search of trade to Dosunmu.
Ayo Dosunmu is likely to experience a dual role
For now, Dosunmu comes off the bench and has made a huge contribution. In addition to his averages, he shot efficiently from the field (52.7%) and from three-point range (50%) through the first five games.
His versatility, playmaking, energy, defense and rebounding have done wonders so far in filling the temporary void left by White. In other words, he became productive in scoring and assisting, which is what White is expected to do.
After White’s return, Dosunmu was still able to play off the bench and was able to start at times. In any case, the Bulls need him immensely.
2025-11-04 19:01:00
