Nikola Vučević Fantasy Stats

Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic (finger) underwent successful surgery on Saturday to stabilize a fracture in his right ring finger. The team will re-evaluate him in 3-4 weeks. Vucevic injured his finger in Friday's win over the Dallas Mavericks. Unfortunately, we won't see Vucevic back in action until at least late March, but Boston will be glad to know that the two-time All-Star will be available to help the team in the playoffs. In the meantime, Luka Garza will take on a larger workload behind starting center Neemias Queta. While Garza has been a beast in the G League for years, he hasn't had many opportunities in the NBA. On Friday, he made good use of his minutes, contributing 10 points, three rebounds, one assist, and two blocks off the bench.

Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic is not on the injury report for Friday's clash against the Miami Heat, indicating that he will make his team debut. Vucevic's arrival in Beantown is bad news for Neemias Queta, who has been Boston's starting center this season. As a strong rebounder, Quete will still have a role to play on the team, but his minutes are set to drop. This season, Vucevic has not enjoyed his time against Bam Adebayo and the Heat, posting only 11.0 points and 5.3 rebounds per game while shooting 34.2 percent from the field across three games.

The Chicago Bulls have traded center Nikola Vucevic and a second-round pick to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Anfernee Simons and a second-round pick. Vucevic has spent the past six seasons with the Bulls, averaging 18.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in just under 33 minutes per game. The 15th-year center has been rock solid so far this season, ranking just outside the Top-10 among centers in most fantasy formats. With him joining the Celtics, his offensive impact may be limited by Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard, and Jayson Tatum, especially once he returns from his Achilles injury. However, this is a much-needed move for Boston, as they add a reliable big man who can shoot from behind the arc and stretch the floor. For the Bulls, centers Jalen Smith and Zach Collins should fill the minutes left by the veteran center.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (rest) is unlikely to play Saturday against Miami as Chicago manages the veteran big man on the front end of a back-to-back. His expected absence keeps the frontcourt offense flowing through Matas Buzelis, who has consistently handled a sizable workload. Buzelis has averaged 14.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, making him a steady fantasy option. Jalen Smith's (calf) questionable status could further stabilize Buzelis' role, while Patrick Williams is expected to see extra run but carries a low floor.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (knee) will play on Friday against Charlotte. The veteran didn't suit up for Monday's loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Fortunately, it appears the lengthy layoff did him some good, limiting his time away to only one game. Vucevic will be returning versus a Hornets defense that has struggled throughout the 2025 campaign, giving him more than enough upside for season-long fantasy managers and DFS participants. His presence will mean less work for Jalen Smith, who had 13 points and six rebounds on Monday night.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (knee) is questionable for Friday's game in Charlotte, and the frontcourt uncertainty grows with Patrick Williams (wrist) also listed as questionable. Chicago leaned on Jalen Smith for 13 points, six rebounds, and 26 minutes in Vucevic's absence Monday, and he remains the cleanest streaming option if either starter sits. Third-year wing Julian Phillips could also pick up extra run after delivering seven points in 14 minutes against New Orleans. A thinner rotation would make both viable short-term depth pieces for managers in competitive formats.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (knee) is unavailable for Monday's matchup with the New Orleans Pelicans due to right knee soreness. The 35-year-old big man will be sidelined this evening for the first time this season. However, we could see him back in action on Friday versus the Hornets. With Vucevic out, 25-year-old Jalen Smith will most likely start at center. Patrick Williams (wrist), who was upgraded to available for tonight's contest after a one-game absence, will likely see an expanded role as well.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic recorded his third double-double in four games as Montenegro beat Sweden 87-81 at EuroBasket 2025 on Monday. The Bulls big man dominated throughout 36 minutes on the floor, finishing with 23 points, 15 rebounds, four assists, two steals, and three blocks. Vucevic was hot from downtown with a 3-for-4 record and shot 9-for-15 overall from the field. Lauri Markkanen and Finland managed to hold him to seven points, but overall, Vucevic has had a very productive tournament. He's the leading rebounder in the tournament with 11.8 boards per game and has notched 18.3 points with 3.8 assists. Vucevic is entering a contract year with the Bulls and appears to be in great shape, which should be encouraging news for fantasy managers.

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic has been linked with a move elsewhere, with even a contract buyout mentioned, but he appears set to start the 2025-26 campaign in the Windy City. "Yes, I have almost no doubt about it," the two-time All-Star told Basket USA in an interview. "That's the mindset I'm preparing with. Afterwards, we'll see, I don't know what's going to happen." In the same interview, Vucevic mentioned that Bulls general manager Marc Eversley reached out to him earlier this month and assured him that none of the rumors about him are true. Since he's one of the key players on the Bulls team, fantasy managers should be glad to hear Vucevic will stay. He has been very productive in Chicago, averaging 18.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists.

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic shouldn't be considered a buyout candidate. There have been numerous reports that a buyout could take place. However, Stein has repeatedly denied the validity of the reports and insists that Vucevic will begin the 2025 season with the Bulls unless "a trade materializes between now and the start of training camp." The 34-year-old finished the 2024 campaign by averaging 18.5 points and 10.1 rebounds in 73 appearances. While his production has dipped over the last few seasons, he remains a double-double threat. Another All-Star selection also shouldn't be ruled out. Of course, there are a number of teams interested, although it may make sense to wait things out, considering Vucevic will be an unrestricted free agent next summer. The Bulls would love to get something in return before then, so the club may be forced to settle for a trade that's less than ideal.