The Chicago Bulls are gearing up to host the Detroit Pistons this Saturday, and all eyes are on Jaden Ivey's status. Ivey is currently listed as questionable due to left patellofemoral pain syndrome, an injury that kept him out of Thursday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors, where the Bulls fell 110-101.
For Bulls fans, the big question is whether Ivey will hit the court against his former team. This game marks the first time Ivey will face off against the Pistons since being part of a three-way trade involving the Minnesota Timberwolves. The trade saw Kevin Huerter head to Detroit, and he'll be making his return to Chicago as well.
Ivey has been making waves with the Bulls, playing four games and averaging 11.5 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. This is a step up from his time with the Pistons, where he averaged 8.2 points over 33 games. His minutes have also increased significantly, now at 28.8 per game, a notable jump as he recovers from recent knee surgery.
Since joining the Bulls, Ivey has had some standout moments. On February 7, he made his first start against the Denver Nuggets, scoring 10 points and grabbing six rebounds in 30 minutes, despite the Bulls losing 136-120. A few days later, on February 11, he played 29 minutes against the Boston Celtics, contributing 10 points in a 124-105 loss.
As of now, whether Ivey will play against the Pistons remains uncertain, but there's a good chance fans might see him in action. Alongside Ivey, Guerschon Yabusele is probable with a left calf contusion, while Isiah Stewart is out due to a league suspension, and Tolu Smith is questionable with a right knee contusion.
Stay tuned for updates as game time approaches, and keep an eye on Ivey's status-it could be a pivotal moment for the Bulls as they face off against a familiar foe.