The Los Angeles Clippers are scheduled to play the Chicago Bulls on Thursday at the United Center in Chicago, with the game starting at 8 p.m. Eastern. This game marks the final matchup between the two teams this season, with the Clippers emerging victorious 112-102 in their previous meeting on March 9. The game is part of the NBA’s six-game schedule.
Currently fourth in the Western Conference and leaders in the Pacific Division, the Clippers have faced setbacks recently, losing back-to-back games to the Milwaukee Bucks and Minnesota Timberwolves at home. They have struggled to meet their championship expectations since the All Star break, going 5-6 over that span.
On the other hand, the Bulls occupy ninth place in the Eastern Conference and are positioned fourth in the Central Division. They have just won a resounding victory over the Indiana Pacers on the road with a score of 132-129 ending their two-game losing streak.
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LA Clippers vs. Chicago Bulls Injury Report
LA Clippers injury report for March 14
The Clippers listed three players on their injury report. SG James Harden (left shoulder) and SF Kawhi Leonard (back) are questionable, while PG Russell Westbrook (left hand) is out.
What happened to Russell Westbrook?
Westbrook had a tough time in the match against Wizards of Washington, where he was injured during their 140-115 victory. It appeared he injured his hand during the quarter while confronting Wizards guard Jordan Poole.
In an attempt to recover the ball from Poole, Westbrook’s hand collided with Poole’s hip. Despite continued discomfort, Westbrook ultimately made the decision to retreat to the locker room. Unfortunately, he was unable to return to court. The Clippers later confirmed that he had indeed broken his hand.
Chicago Bulls injury report for March 14
The Bulls listed four straight players on their injury report for Game 2: PG Coby White (hip), PG Lonzo Ball (knee), PF Patrick Williams (left foot) and SG Zach Lavine (right foot) are out.
What happened to Coby White?
Coach Billy Donovan revealed that White suffered a hip injury in the final minute of Wednesday’s intense game against the Pacers, which ended in a 132-129 overtime victory.
Although Pascal Siakam inadvertently landed on him while blocking a shot late in the game, White managed to make his way to the locker room with a noticeable limp. However, he was unable to return to the game in overtime.
Donovan mentioned after the game that White would undergo further evaluation of his hip once the team returned to Chicago. As a result, White is ruled out of Thursday’s game against the Clippers. This opens up the possibility for Ayo Dosunmu to take on more responsibility as the primary ball handler. Additionally, Jevon Carter and Onuralp Bitim could step in to occupy some of White’s minutes on the court.
