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Bulls' Preseason Plagued by Injuries: Claxton, Jones Out
8 Oct
Summary
- Several key Bulls players, including Claxton and Jones, are sidelined with injuries.
- Coach Tiago Splitter has added Jones and Sellers to the injured list.
- The Bulls' preseason opener against the Suns features a new lineup and rebuild.
The Chicago Bulls have commenced their 2026 NBA preseason with significant injury setbacks. Center Nic Claxton is confirmed to be out for two weeks due to a hamstring injury, with backup Zach Collins also sidelined by a soft tissue injury. Head coach Tiago Splitter announced that guards Tre Jones and Jaylin Sellers are also unavailable.
Jones is dealing with hip soreness, while Sellers is experiencing lower back soreness. Jones, entering his second season, signed a three-year contract in July 2025. Last season, he averaged 14.1 points and 5.4 assists. Sellers, on a two-way contract, displayed promise in the NBA Summer League, averaging 15.6 points per game.
Splitter expects Claxton to be reevaluated before the regular season begins on October 21st. Collins is reportedly nearing a return after a season-ending toe injury last year. The Bulls' starting lineup for their preseason opener against the Phoenix Suns includes Caleb Wilson, Matas Buzelis, Norman Powell, Josh Giddey, and Jalen Smith, signaling the start of a substantial team rebuild.
