The Chicago Bulls are sweating on the health of DeMar DeRozan after the star wing left Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with a right quad strain.
DeRozan managed just 21 minutes of action, before being ruled out for the remainder of the contest. The 33-year-old is enjoying another productive season in Chicago, averaging 26.1 points, 5.0 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game.
For the latest updates on DeRozan's injury, The Sporting News has you covered below.
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What is DeMar DeRozan's injury?
On Mar. 23, DeRozan exited the game against the 76ers with a right quadriceps strain and did not return.
DeMar DeRozan - right quad strain. Will not return.
— Keith Pompey (@PompeyOnSixers) March 23, 2023
He exited the game with four points, three rebounds and one assists on 0-of-7 from the field.
How long will DeMar DeRozan out?
Little is known about the extent of DeRozan's injury at this stage.
However, DeRozan did miss three games back in January with a similar injury after collapsing to the floor as he attempted to drive past Boston big man Al Horford in the Bulls' 109-105 loss to the Celtics.
Check back in with The Sporting News for the latest updates on DeRozan's condition and future availability.
Here is the Bulls' schedule for the remainder of the month of March:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 24 | at Trailblazers | 10:00 p.m. | — |
| March 26 | at Lakers | 3:30 p.m. | — |
| March 27 | at Clippers | 10:30 p.m. | — |
| March 29 | vs. Lakers | 8:00 p.m. | — |
| March 31 | at Hornets | 7:00 p.m. | — |
DeMar DeRozan career stats, highlights
- 21.0 points per game
- 4.4 rebounds per game
- 3.9 assists per game
- 0.3 blocks per game
- 1.0 steals per game
- 2.1 turnovers per game
- 34.3 minutes per game
- 46.7 percent shooting
- 28.7 percent 3-point shooting
- 84.0 percent free throw shooting
