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April 6, 2026
Another absence coming
Richards (elbow) is out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis
The big man is set to be a spectator for a seventh consecutive contest due to an elbow sprain, and his next chance to play comes during Thursday's rematch with Washington. The expectation is that Guerschon Yabusele will continue start at center for the Bulls.
April 5, 2026
Won't play Sunday
Richards (elbow) is out for Sunday's meeting with the Suns, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Analysis
This will be Richards' sixth straight game on the shelf, and for now, he should be considered questionable to face the Wizards on Tuesday. Patrick Williams, Guerschon Yabusele and Lachlan Olbrich will help fill the void at center with Richards unavailable.
April 4, 2026
Questionable versus Phoenix
Richards (elbow) is questionable for Sunday's game against Phoenix.
Analysis
Richards has missed the Bulls' last five contests because of a sprained right elbow. Although he's carried questionable tags leading up to those games, he hasn't been able to suit up. If Richards remains on the shelf Sunday, Guerschon Yabusele will presumably remain in the starting lineup, with Lachlan Olbrich (foot), who is probable, in line to see minutes from off the bench.
April 3, 2026
Ruled out Friday
Richards is out for Friday's game against the Knicks due to a sprained right elbow.
Analysis
Richards is on the shelf for a fifth consecutive contest. His next chance to return arrives Sunday, when the Bulls square off with the Suns. Guerschon Yabusele should start versus New York on Friday and take on the majority of the center minutes, with Lachlan Olbrich likely serving as his primary backup.
April 2, 2026
Listed as questionable
Richards (elbow) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis
After four straight absences for the big man, he remains day-to-day on the injury report. If Richards continues to miss time, Guerschon Yabusele (ankle) will likely continue to benefit.
April 1, 2026
Out again Wednesday
Richards (elbow) won't play in Wednesday's game against Indiana, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis
It will be a fourth consecutive absence for Richards, who remains on the shelf because of a sprained right elbow. Fortunately, Guerschon Yabusele (ankle) is available, meaning he will likely remain in the starting lineup.
March 31, 2026
Questionable versus Indiana
Richards (elbow) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis
Richards missed the Bulls' last three games because of a sprained right elbow. If he is ruled out heading into Wednesday's contest, Guerschon Yabusele (ankle), who is also questionable, would be in line to start. However, if both players don't suit up, Leonard Miller would likely start the game in the middle, with rookie Lachlan Olbrich coming in for relief.