Raptors vs Bulls

Kawhi Leonard

TOR · SF

Knee: The extended absence represents a significant setback for Leonard, who will be unavailable for the foreseeable future. His absence should create additional offensive opportunities for Toronto's remaining rotation players, with guys like RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes and Allen Graves seeing more usage. Leonard's recovery timeline will be worth monitoring, as the reported window represents a minimum absence rather than a firm return date.

Nate Bittle

TOR · C

Foot: Bittle remains without a timetable to return due to a right foot avulsion fracture. He can be considered week-to-week until the Raptors offer an update on his progress.

Nicolas Claxton

CHI · C

Hamstring: The Bulls reported one week ago that the big man would be re-evaluated in two weeks, so he appears to be right on track with his recovery from a hamstring injury. He'll presumably need to take part in 5-on-5 drills before getting the green light to return to game action.

Dailyn Swain

CHI · SF

Back: Swain will be held out of Friday's contest due to lower-back soreness. His next chance to play will come Monday at Philadelphia.