News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was active for Friday's game against Oklahoma City, but didn't make an appearance, the Charlotte Observer reports. Thomas has not played in the past 14 games as the team has wanted him to continue his knee rehab in Charlotte.
Analysis: Thomas has appeared in just 18 total games this season and posted lowly averages of 4.8 points and 2.8 rebounds. The 26-year-old has been devastated by injuries in recent seasons and failed to play more than 55 games in each of the past three seasons. Thomas is hardly a reliable option at this point and should be ignored in most Fantasy formats.
News: Charlotte power forward Tyrus Thomas was told by team management not to accompany the Bobcats on the team's four-game West Coast trip. President of basketball operations Rod Higgins said Thomas' time would be better spent in Charlotte doing physical rehab and individual on-court work, reports the Charlotte Observer Monday.
Analysis: Thomas had fallen out of the rotation lately anyway as Monday's game in Portland was the 10th consecutive that Thomas was inactive and the 12th straight in which he didn't see any minutes. Obviously not in the team's plans, Thomas has no Fantasy value.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas returned to action Saturday night against the Rockets after missing his previous game with a left knee contusion. Thomas logged just seven minutes of game action as he scored just two points and a rebound in a 109-95 victory.
Analysis: It's nice to see Thomas back healthy, but the 26-year-old has only averaged 4.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per game this season off the bench. He is a marginal contributor for the Bobcats and should be ignored in all Fantasy formats moving forward.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas, who missed Wednesday’s game due to a left knee contusion, did not experience any setbacks during Saturday morning’s shootaround and will be available to play against the Rockets.
Analysis: Thomas is a marginal contributor and is only averaging 4.6 points and 2.9 rebounds per game off the bench. Even when healthy, Thomas has barely been playing recently, appearing in just three of the last five games. Continue to ignore him in all Fantasy formats for now.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was forced to miss Wednesday’s game against the Spurs due to a left knee contusion. It is not clear when he suffered the injury, and he is being considered day to day due to the injury.
Analysis: Even when healthy, Thomas has barely been playing recently, appearing in just three of the last five games. He finished the month of January averaging just 2.6 points per game, and can be safely ignored in all Fantasy formats.
News: Charlotte power forward Tyrus Thomas saw some time on the court in Saturday's game against Minnesota. He didn't exactly perform very well over his 18 minutes, however. Thomas was 1 for 6 from the field for two points with six rebounds and two assists. He added a steal. Thomas had played just nine minutes combined in the team's previous four games.
Analysis: Thomas cracked double digits in minutes played Saturday for the first time since Jan. 9. With Byron Mullens on the way back, however, we doubt Thomas' minutes will continue. He played poorly Saturday and has low-end value in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas did not appear in Wednesday’s game against the Hawks, the fifth time in seven games he has sat on the bench. Thomas has played just 13 total minutes in the last seven games.
Analysis: Thomas received some criticism from coach Mike Dunlap for his subpar rebounding and defense recently, and it looks like his spot in the rotation is completely gone. Thomas is shooting a pitiful 31.3 percent from the field, leading to just 5.1 points per game. At this point, he can be safely ignored in all Fantasy formats.
News: Bobcats head coach Mike Dunlap told the Charlotte Observer that forward Tyrus Thomas will need to improve on rebounding and defending in order to work his way back into the rotation. Thomas has averaged just 17 minutes per contest in January but has sat out the last two games.
Analysis: Dunlap also added that Thomas will need to "fly around and play without thought" in order to regain some playing time. He is averaging just 4.8 points per game in four games played in January and is shooting a dreadful 28.0 percent from the field over that span. Thomas has shown that he can score, when given the opportunity, especially since he has scored in double figures four out of the 11 games played this season. Still, the 26-year-old is only averaging 3.0 rebounds per game this season and will need to perform at a consistent rate in order to gain any sort of Fantasy value moving forward. He should be ignored in all Fantasy formats while the Bobcats continue to rework their rotation.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was able to get back on the floor for Friday's contest against the Cavaliers. Thomas, who has not played since Nov. 17 because of a lingering left calf injury, logged 13 minutes off the bench in the 106-104 defeat and finished with four points on 2 of 6 shooting from the field. He also grabbed four rebounds and added one assist and steal to his stat line.
Analysis: Thomas was finally able to get back on the court Friday night after missing over a month with a calf injury. However, the Bobcats will likely a cautious approach with Thomas and limit his minutes for the foreseeable future. The 26-year-old was averaging just 6.6 points and 3.1 rebounds prior to his injury this season and is only worth owning in deeper formats as a reserve option at this point.
News: Bobcats Tyrus Thomas (calf) is expected to make his long-awaited return to the lineup Friday after being listed as probable for the team's contest against Cleveland, the Charlotte Observer reports. Thomas, who has not played since Nov. 17 because of a lingering left calf injury, was unlikely to return until after the upcoming weekend. He was averaging 6.6 points and 3.1 rebounds per game prior to the injury. Coach Mike Dunlap said Thomas could play 15-20 minutes Friday.
Analysis: Thomas has been on the court for only eight games this season because of the issue, but could be thrust into playing time quickly with the Bobcats lacking depth in the frontcourt. The 26-year-old averaged at least 5.5 rebounds in two of his three seasons with Charlotte entering this year and could be a quality contributor on the glass. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his minutes while recovering from injury.
News: Charlotte power forward Tyrus Thomas could be back sooner than originally expected, reports the Charlotte Observer Tuesday. Charlotte coach Mike Dunlap said that Thomas is progressing well enough that he could return in early January. Thomas was injured in mid-November and was expected to miss a good two months with his left calf injury.
Analysis: Thomas has been running, cutting and jumping in practice for a few weeks now and could get back in action in the coming weeks. Dunlap only said it could happen before mid-January, as previously thought. Thomas was not a big Fantasy contributor prior to getting injured, though, so few only a few owners should be anticipating his return.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas is expected to miss at least the next two months after suffering a torn muscle in his left calf, the team announced Monday. Thomas, who departed last Saturday's game with a strained calf, will not require surgery and hopes to return in the middle of January. In eight games played this season, Thomas has posted averages of 6.6 points and 3.1 rebounds per game in 17.8 minutes a night.
Analysis: Thomas continues to be bothered by injuries in recent seasons and has not played more than 55 games since the 2008 campaign, his last with Chicago before he was dealt to Charlotte. In his absence, Byron Mullens could earn more playing time alongside Bismack Biyombo, but if the Bobcats opt for a small lineup, they could use Hakim Warrick. Thomas wasn't a major Fantasy contributor and should be left on waivers for now.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was forced to leave Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies in the second half, after suffering a strained left calf. He was unable to return to the game, finishing with no points on 0 for 6 shooting in 15 minutes. He had one block, one assist and one rebound.
Analysis: Thomas has struggled yet again this season with his offensive game, and now he might have to deal with this injury. He is averaging 7.6 points per game with 3.4 rebounds and 1.4 blocks, but is shooting just 38.3 percent from the field. At this point, he should only be used in deeper Fantasy formats, when healthy.
News: Charlotte power forward Tyrus Thomas scored 10 points off the bench in a blowout win over the Wizards Tuesday night. Thomas shot just 2 for 7 from the field over 21 minutes and grabbed six rebounds with two blocks in the performance.
Analysis: Thomas played fairly well against Washington's bumbling big men. That said, he has been unable to put together consistent lines for the Bobcats thus far this year. Thomas really only has low-end value in most Fantasy formats.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was able to play through a heel injury but did not make much of an impact during Friday night's season opener against the Pacers. Thomas scored just four points on 1 of 9 shooting in a 90-89 victory.
Analysis: Thomas came off the bench and could not get going offensively in his first game of the season. At this point, it is uncertain whether or not his heel issue is still bothering him. We'll continue to keep an eye on his status in the next few days. Thomas averaged 5.6 points and 3.7 rebounds per game last year over 54 contests and is not considered a worthwhile option moving forward.
News: Charlotte power forward Tyrus Thomas is dealing with a bruised heel and is questionable to play in the season opener Friday against Indiana, reports the Gaston Gazette Tuesday. Thomas missed the final two exhibition games for the Bobcats.
Analysis: Thomas got the start at power forward in three preseason games but we're unsure exactly the role he's going to play heading into the season. Thomas averaged 5.6 points and 3.7 rebounds per game last year over 54 contests and has limited Fantasy upside at this point in his career.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was ejected from Monday night's contest against the Wizards for throwing an elbow at James Singleton in the first quarter of the 101-73 loss. Thomas was given a flagrant-2 foul and finished with one assist prior to being asked to leave. "We made contact. A basketball play happened," Thomas said.
Analysis: This is just another chapter in what has been a dreadful season for Thomas thus far. The 25-year-old is averaging just 5.5 points and 3.8 rebounds on the year and has had a hard time staying on the floor due to injuries and inconsistent production. He even got into a altercation with coach Paul Silas in the locker room a few weeks ago and both parties had to be separated. While Thomas was once considered a viable option in most formats due to his ability to fill up a stat sheet, he will need to prove himself before being trusted in the majority of formats again. Fantasy owners should consider him merely a low-end reserve option heading into next season.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was back on the floor on Sunday against the Kings, after missing Friday's with a knee injury. He lead the Bobcats’ bench in scoring, putting up 10 points on 4 of 6 shooting in just 12 minutes, as the Bobcats lost 114-88 to extend their losing streak to 16 games.
Analysis: Thomas has struggled massively this season, dealing with injuries and poor play. He is averaging his worst numbers across the board since he was a rookie, and all of this on a team that desperately needed production from anyone who could bring it. At this point, Fantasy owners should not expect much from Thomas moving into next season, unless he can get into a different situation.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was unable to return to the floor on Friday against Memphis, after being forced to leave Wednesday's game with a knee injury. The injury has kept him out of three of the last six games.
Analysis: Thomas has been a massive bust this season, posting his lowest across the board numbers since his rookie year in 06-07. He has shown no signs of improving as the season has gone on, so even when he is healthy, Fantasy owners in all formats should continue to ignore him.
News: Just two games after returning from a knee injury, Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was forced to leave Wednesday's game against the Bulls after just three minutes after appearing to re-aggravate the injury. He finished the game with no points and one rebound, as the Bobcats lost, 100-68.
Analysis: Thomas has been a massive bust this season, posting his lowest across the board numbers since his rookie year in 06-07. He has shown no signs of improving as the season has gone on, so even when he is healthy, Fantasy owners in all formats should continue to ignore him.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was back on the floor on Sunday against the Celtics, after missing the team’s previous two games with a right knee contusion. He played just 11 minutes off the bench, scoring four points, with one rebound and one steal, as the Bobcats fell, 94-82.
Analysis: Thomas has been a massive bust this season, posting his lowest across the board numbers since his rookie year in 06-07. He has shown no signs of improving as the season has gone on, so even though he is healthy, Fantasy owners in all formats should continue to ignore him.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was held out of Friday night's contest against the Heat due to a right knee contusion, according to the team's official website. Thomas has now missed two straight games with his ailment.
Analysis: Thomas continues to be a huge disappointment to Fantasy owners and the Bobcats as his numbers have been atrocious this year. Even when healthy, Thomas should not be starting in any Fantasy leagues at this point in the year.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas is inactive for Thursday’s game against the Pistons, as he is dealing with a right knee contusion.
Analysis: This will be the 10th game Thomas has missed this year for a variety of injuries. He is currently suffering through his worst season since he was a rookie, and Fantasy owners will want to steer clear of him even when he is healthy.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was back on the floor on Wednesday, just one day after being forced to exit a game early with a jaw injury. However he was able to play just six minutes, and was barely able to accrue any stats, blocking just a single shot, as the Bobcats lost to the Hawks, 120-93.
Analysis: Even in a blowout, Thomas was unable to see much of the floor, a trend that does not bode well for his future Fantasy value. At this point, Fantasy owners should not be relying on Thomas in any formats, even when he is healthy, as his season-long struggles continue.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas left Tuesday night's contest against the Raptors with a jaw injury. Thomas injured his jaw when he collided with Ben Uzoh in the third quarter of the 92-87 loss. He finished with six points and three rebounds prior to leaving the contest.
Analysis: Thomas is now dealing with another injury, although the Bobcats did not offer an update of the severity of it after the game. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his status moving forward to see when he will be able to return to the court. However, Thomas' constant injury problems and inconsistent production have all but drained him of any Fantasy value. Leave him on the waiver wire at this point in the year.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was able to return to the starting lineup during Friday night's contest against the Nuggets. Thomas, who missed Wednesday's game with an elbow injury, failed to score in the 99-88 win, missing on all four of his field-goal attempts. He did add three rebounds, an assist and one block to his stat line, but only played eight minutes due to foul problems.
Analysis: Thomas was able to return on Friday night, but wasn't much of a factor. He only played eight minutes due to foul trouble and unfortunately turned in another stinker for Fantasy owners. The 25-year-old has struggled to find his footing during his second season in Charlotte and with the playoffs now here in most leagues, owners are best to leave him on the waiver wire.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas is expected to be available to play in Friday night's contest against the Nuggets, reports the Charlotte Observer. Thomas missed Wednesday's contest against the Timberwolves due to an elbow injury.
Analysis: Thomas was able to participate in the team's morning shootaround, so he is expected to be available on Friday. However, Thomas continues to struggle with his production and health, making him nothing more than low-end option in deeper formats at this point in the season.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas (elbow) missed practice Thursday. He will be considered questionable for Friday's game against Denver.
Analysis: Thomas is a low-end Fantasy option in the majority of leagues when healthy. Hopefully he can play against the Nuggets, but he shouldn't be used in most formats even if he's able to play.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas managed to get just four minutes of playing time on Friday despite the team getting blown out by the Spurs, 102-72. Thomas finished the game with just two points on 1 of 3 shooting and no other stats in the game.
Analysis: Thomas had just 14 minutes of playing time in the team’s previous game, so it’s clear that he is no longer a serious part of their plans. He is averaging just 8.2 minutes over the last five, and at this point is no longer worth owning in any Fantasy formats.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas didn't hold back when discussing why forward Tyrus Thomas' playing time has decreased recently. Thomas has racked up just eight total minutes over his past two games while being held scoreless in each outing. "What (Thomas) makes, I don't care about that," Silas told the Charlotte Observer on Tuesday. "I look at what he does on the court, and he's just not playing that well."
Analysis: Thomas missed the beginning of the season as a result of an ankle injury and has struggled to get back into shape. He has failed to register a point in three of his past four games to drop his season average to a lowly 6.1 points per game this season. Silas will likely continue to limit his playing time as long as Thomas' production is minimal. Fantasy owners should leave Thomas on the bench only in deeper formats at this point.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was shutout for the third time in the last five games on Sunday against the Pacers. He missed all three of his shots and hauled in one rebound in the 108-73 loss. Thomas, who played six minutes in the blowout, is averaging three points with 1.2 rebounds in his last five contests.
Analysis: Thomas has not been seeing much playing time of late and his numbers have fallen off as a result. He has posted some decent rebounding numbers when given the minutes but his inconsistencies scoring the ball has led to his role diminishing. Keep an eye on his progress going forward as the Bobcats continue to rework their rotation in an effort to get things turned around. But until he starts contributing, leave Thomas reserved in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas did almost nothing on Monday in a loss to Philadelphia. Thomas played just nine minutes for the Bobcats. He came off the bench to go 0 for 3 from the field. Thomas failed to score and did not get any other discernible statistic in the performance.
Analysis: Thomas had just gone 5 for 6 from the field to score 11 points in the game prior. He was back to mediocrity on Monday. Averaging 7.1 points and 5.3 rebounds on the season to go with 1.9 blocks, Thomas can be utilized in deeper Fantasy leagues only at this time.
News: After missing practice on Thursday due to an eye infection, Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas was able to play Friday against the Bulls. He scored two points and hauled in five rebounds in the 95-64 loss. He went 1 for 5 from the floor while playing 23 minutes as a starter. Thomas also chipped in with three blocks, a steal and an assist in the defeat.
Analysis: Thomas continues to start for the Bobcats but now that Corey Maggette has returned from injury, he could be headed back to the bench. He is averaging just five points with 5.6 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in his last five contests, and is shooting a lowly 23 percent over that span. While he showed last season that he has a place in Fantasy, owners should leave Thomas for deeper formats until he starts producing more consistently.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas missed practice Thursday because of an eye infection. However, the team expected him to play Friday against the Bulls.
Analysis: Thomas remains the Bobcats starting power forward, but he continues to be inconsistent on a game-to-game basis, which is also frustrating to Fantasy owners. Thomas is more of a low-end Fantasy option until his numbers improve.
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas only gets three games in the upcoming scoring period, which for him begins Tuesday in L.A. against the Lakers. Thomas recorded a double-double in his last game against Washington on Saturday as he scored 13 points and grabbed 10 boards. He went 6 of 12 from the field in the game and did not block a shot. Thomas has blocked two shots in two games since swatting nine against the Wizards last Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas has a light schedule this scoring period and is therefore not a highly recommended start. He continues to play inconsistent basketball for the Bobcats with 9.0 points, 7.2 rebounds and 2.8 blocks per game over his last five. Definitely inconsistent, Thomas still does enough to be worth using in deeper Fantasy formats when he has a better schedule.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas came close to the first triple-double of his career on Wednesday night against the Wizards. He scored 13 points, hauled in nine rebounds and blocked a career-high nine shots in the 92-75 loss. He went 5 for 9 from the floor and made 3 of 4 free throws while playing 33 minutes. Thomas also chipped in with four steals and an assist in the defeat.
Analysis: Thomas did a solid job of filling up the stat sheet on Wednesday and had his best performance in awhile. He is averaging 7.2 points with 3.2 blocks and 5.6 rebounds in his last five contests, while shooting 37 percent over that span. He would be more valuable in Fantasy if he could score in double figures on a consistent basis, but that has been his problem for much of his career. He appears to have a solid role with the Bobcats at this point so consider Thomas a low-end option in deeper formats.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas can't get going despite getting plenty of playing time. He scored just four points and grabbed four boards in his 31 minutes on the court on Tuesday night versus New York. Thomas made one field goal on an awful 1-for-9 shooting display. Thomas added two steals, two blocks and an assist in Charlotte's 111-78 loss.
Analysis: Thomas has had plenty of chances to excel for the Bobcats, but he can't seem to take advantage of these opportunities. Coach Paul Silas has said that if Thomas doesn't get it done he'll have to make a decision -- that time is approaching quick for the Bobcats, so Thomas' time could be up. With some hungry players on the bench, like Derrick Brown, D.J. White and Bismack Biyombo, the Bobcats might switch things up a bit. This is definitely something Fantasy owners in deeper leagues should keep an eye on. Thomas missed the first six games of the year with an ankle injury and has been injury prone in his career. Fantasy owners should consider Thomas a low-end forward option moving forward and his stock is dropping.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas shot 20 percent from the field on Tuesday night in Orlando and converted 3 of his 4 foul shots. He scored seven points and grabbed two boards in his 28 minutes on the court. “He has his chance to get it done," coach Paul Silas told the Charlotte Observer when asked about Thomas after the 96-89 loss. "If not, then in the future I’ll have to make a decision.’’ Thomas added two steals, an assist and a block.
Analysis: It's hard to tell if Silas means Thomas will be moved to a different position again or go to the bench. With some hungry players on the bench, like Derrick Brown, D.J. White and Bismack Biyombo, the Bobcats might switch things up a bit. This is definitely something Fantasy owners in deeper leagues should keep an eye on. Thomas missed the first six games of the season with an ankle injury and he very well could still be dealing with some discomfort. Over his last five outings he's averaging just 6.4 points, 2.0 blocks and 2.8 rebounds per game. Thomas has the plenty of potential, but until things get a bit more clear in Charlotte, Thomas is just a low-end forward option.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas made his return to the lineup on Thursday against the Hawks after missing the previous game on Tuesday with a lingering ankle injury that cost him the first six games of the season. While the big man did score nine points in 26 minutes as the Bobcats’ starting small forward, he had just three blocks to go along with that, as he posted a largely empty stat line in the Hawks’ 111-81 win over Charlotte.
Analysis: Perhaps the move to the small forward spot limited his rebounding opportunities, however the Bobcats did not rebound well as a team on the night, as Boris Diaw led the team with just six boards. It’s hard to say how the move to the three spot could affect him moving forward, or whether the Hawks will even stick with the experiment of having the 6-foot-10 Thomas play out of position. At this point, however, the Bobcats appear to be very dysfunctional, a situation which is hurting Thomas’ value. If he can get back into the front court where he can hunt for rebounds and blocked shots, his value would increase, but at the moment he is no more than a low-end Fantasy forward in all formats.
News:The Charlotte Observer reports Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas (ankle) is expected to play Thursday against the Hawks. Thomas sat out Tuesday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Thomas has played just three games this season because of his ankle injury, which has limited his ability to make a Fantasy impact. But if Thomas can come close to averaging 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds like he did in 2010-11, then Thomas can be a decent mid-level Fantasy option again.
News: Charlotte head coach Paul Silas said on Tuesday that Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas had to miss Tuesday night's game against Houston. Thomas has soreness in his ankle. The coach said Thomas should play on Thursday at Atlanta in the team's next game.
Analysis: Thomas has only played three games this season as he missed the beginning of the year with his ankle issues. This could be a recurring problem all season, so Fantasy owners will just have to deal with that. In the three games he did play, Thomas averaged 7.7 points, 5.3 rebounds and a block per night. Clearly, he has some value if he can just stay healthy.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas made his season debut on Friday night versus the Hawks. While he logged 34 minutes, Thomas didn't do too much with his playing time. He shot 3 of 9 from the floor (0 for 1 from downtown) and went 1 for 2 at the charity stripe. Thomas finished with seven points, five rebounds, a block, a steal and two assists. Charlotte would end up losing the game, 102-96.
Analysis: Thomas missed the first six games of the season with an ankle injury. He averaged 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season and Charlotte was hoping he could be one of its main contributors in the paint this year, filling the void of Gerald Wallace. While he didn't impress many people on Friday, it was just his first game of the year. Give Thomas the benefit of the doubt for now and keep tabs on him over the next week or so. For now, Fantasy owners should consider Thomas a low-end forward option in deeper formats.
News: Charlotte F Tyrus Thomas is expected to make his season debut during Friday's game against Atlanta, according to the team's official website. Thomas, who has missed six games because of an ankle issue, was a full participant at the Bobcats' shootaround Friday morning.
Analysis: Thomas posted 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season and Charlotte was hoping he could be one of its main contributors in the paint this year. Thomas is also a quality shot blocker, averaging 1.6 blocks in his career. Fantasy owners should monitor his status as he works back into game shape and consider him a low-end option in deeper formats for now.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas missed Wednesday's game against the Knicks. He has yet to make his season debut due to a sprained left ankle. Thomas is being considered day to day.
Analysis: Thomas is nearing a return to action, but Charlotte will ease him back with D.J. White playing well. Thomas posted 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season and the Bobcats were hoping he could be one of their main contributors in the paint this year. Thomas is also a quality shot blocker, averaging 1.6 blocks in his career. Fantasy owners should keep him reserved in the majority of formats for now, but he looks like he's very close to getting back onto the court.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas apparently looked good at practice on Tuesday as he nears a return from an ankle injury, reports the team's color analyst. Thomas got some lift on his jump shots. However, he was unable to play Tuesday at Cleveland and is considered day to day.
Analysis: Thomas is nearing a return to action, but Charlotte will ease him back with D.J. White playing well. Thomas posted 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season and the Bobcats were hoping he could be one of their main contributors in the paint this year. Thomas is also a quality shot blocker, averaging 1.6 blocks in his career. Fantasy owners should keep him reserved in the majority of formats for now, but he looks like he's very close to getting back onto the court.
News: Charlotte F Tyrus Thomas will miss at least one more game, as he traveled to Miami with the team but was unable to play against the Heat on Sunday. His status for Jan. 3 at Cleveland is questionable, but it's a good sign that he's with the team on the road trip.
Analysis: The 25-year-old posted 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season and the Bobcats were hoping he could be one of their main contributors in the paint this year. Thomas is also a quality shot blocker, averaging 1.6 blocks in his career. Fantasy owners should keep him reserved in the majority of formats for now, but he looks like he's very close to getting back onto the court.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas remained sidelined with an ankle sprain on Friday night against Orlando. The Bobcats currently do not have a timetable for his return, according to the Charlotte Observer. Thomas missed his third game of the season on Friday against Orlando.
Analysis: Thomas was expected to be day to day with the injury, but his status doesn't sound too promising. The 25-year-old posted 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season and the Bobcats were hoping he could be one of their main contributors in the paint this year. Thomas is also a quality shot blocker and is averaging 1.6 blocks in his career. Fantasy owners should keep him reserved in the majority of formats for now.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas remains sidelined with an ankle sprain and there is no timetable for his return, according to the Charlotte Observer. Thomas missed his second game of the season on Wednesday against Miami.
Analysis: Thomas was expected to be day to day with the injury, but his status doesn't sound too promising. The 25-year-old posted 10.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season and the Bobcats were hoping he could be one of their main contributors in the paint this year. Thomas is also a quality shot blocker and is averaging 1.6 blocks in his career. Fantasy owners should keep him reserved in the majority of formats for now.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports Monday that Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas (sprained left ankle) will miss Monday's season opener against the Bucks. Thomas could not practice over the weekend and his status for the first game of the season is out. Thomas is no longer in a protective boot, however.
Analysis: The injury shouldn't bother him too much into the season, even if it does cost him the season opener. Thomas averaged 10.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game last year over 41 contests and two starts. Thomas gets around 20-25 minutes per game and is not expected to start as he's backing up Boris Diaw. Thomas is just inside the top 60 Fantasy forwards.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas (sprained left ankle) could not practice on Saturday. Thomas is unlikely to play in the season opener on Monday against Milwaukee.
Analysis: The injury shouldn't bother him too much in the season, even if it does cost him the season opener. Thomas averaged 10.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game last year over 41 contests and two starts. Thomas gets around 20-25 minutes per game and is not expected to start as he's backing up Boris Diaw. Thomas is only worth a late-round pick in Fantasy.
News: Charlotte F Tyrus Thomas (ankle) was inactive for the Bobcats' final preseason game, as he is still in a walking boot. Thomas suffered the injury during the preseason opening game on Monday, and was expected to be healed quickly. However The Charlotte Observer reported Thursday that coach Paul Silas says he's better, but he has no idea if he'll play in Monday's season opener.
Analysis: The injury shouldn't bother him too much in the season, even if it does cost him the season opener. Thomas averaged 10.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game last year over 41 contests and two starts. Thomas gets around 20-25 minutes per game and is not expected to start as he's backing up Boris Diaw. Thomas is only worth a late-round pick in Fantasy.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas suffered a mild left ankle sprain on Monday night in the preseason-opening win over the Hawks. The Bobcats had precautionary X-rays taken and they came back negative. Thomas should be OK moving forward into the regular season. Thomas played 26 minutes in the win for Charlotte as he shot 3 of 14 from the field and scored six points with nine rebounds and two blocks.
Analysis: Thomas' preseason is likely over though he should be ready for the regular season. Thomas averaged 10.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game last year over 41 contests and two starts. Thomas gets around 20-25 minutes per game and is not expected to start as he's backing up Boris Diaw. Thomas is only worth a late-round pick in Fantasy.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas played in just seven games after the All-Star break in the 2010-11 regular season. He dealt with knee and rib injuries the second half of the year, which limited his court time substantially. Coach Paul Silas said he doesn't have any long-term worries about Thomas' injuries though. In the 34 games Thomas played before the All-Star break, he was averaging 11.1 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game. He also shot 81.4 percent from the charity stripe and 47.5 percent from the field in the first half of the season. He only saw action in seven of the team's final 42 contests because of this meniscus tear in his left knee. "It's just kind of one of those weird, almost-there feelings," Thomas told The Charlotte Observer. "I pushed myself a little bit to try and get back with the team. Who knows? I'll just take the summer to get my knee and my game better."
Analysis: Thomas should be fine for the start of the 2011-12 season. The big questions facing Thomas and the Bobcats is what players will be around him. The team has five unrestricted and one restricted free agent on the current roster, so the landscape could be much different. One has to assume once Thomas gets 100 percent he'll play a big role for the Bobcats. He started just two games during the 2010-11 season, but he played behind Gerald Wallace -- who now resides in Portland. Fantasy owners should view Thomas as a low-end forward option in deeper leagues on Draft Day in the fall.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said that forward Tyrus Thomas will not play in Wednesday's season finale against Atlanta. This will be the ninth game in a row Thomas has missed due to knee and rib injuries, but Silas said he doesn't have any long-term worries about Thomas' knee.
Analysis: Even when Thomas is healthy he has minimal Fantasy value in the majority of leagues. He is expected to return to Charlotte next year, but he will only be considered as a Fantasy reserve. Don't plan on drafting Thomas in most formats.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas' sore left knee may prematurely end his season. Thomas, who is also dealing with a rib issue, missed his seventh straight game with his injuries on Sunday against the Pistons. Coach Paul Silas said prior to tip-off he doesn't expect Thomas to return this season. "I can't really foresee anybody coming back at this time. Three more ballgames, I just don't see it," Sailas said.
Analysis: Thomas has pretty beat up of late and now it appears his injuries will cut his season a little short. Still, nothing has been made official just yet, although coach Silas didn't seem to optimistic about his chances of returning by Wednesday's season finale. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his status moving forward. However, his value remains minimal, even when healthy.
News: Dealing with continued knee soreness, Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas was unable to suit up for Friday's game against the Heat. He has now missed six straight games with the issue, and 8 of the last 9.
Analysis: Thomas has been out of the lineup for quite sometime, and we don't see any reason for the Bobcats to rush him back into the swing of things since they have already been eliminated from playoff contention. He may be shut down for the rest of the season, though the team continues to list him as day to day. Monitor the issue moving forward, but we like Thomas as just a low-end guy when healthy.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said forward Tyrus Thomas (knee and ribs) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable for Friday's game at Miami. Thomas has missed the past four games with the injuries.
Analysis: Fantasy owners should plan on being without Thomas for the rest of the regular season. Even if he's able to play again this year he would have minimal Fantasy value in the majority of leagues.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas has now missed four straight games for the Bobcats. He's been dealing with a sore left knee and a rib injury. He's being considered day-to-day by the team, but could be shut down if the Bobcats are eliminated from the playoffs. Coach Paul Silas said tests showed Thomas has not sustained more damage to his surgically repaired left knee and the swelling has subsided, but he remains in too much pain to play. "He has to decide that himself -- if he can go," Silas said.
Analysis: Thomas isn't helping Fantasy owners right now or the Bobcats for that matter. Owners in daily formats should keep an eye on Thomas to see if he is able to take the court again this year. If so, his Fantasy stock won't be too high. At this stage of the season it's better to find a healthy alternative to start in place of Thomas. When healthy, Thomas is a serviceable forward option in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: As expected, Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas was held out of Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers because of a sore left knee. Thomas, who is also dealing with a rib injury, has now missed three straight games with his injuries. He is still being considered day to day by the team.
Analysis: Thomas remains sidelined with his injuries and with the Bobcats' playoff hopes fading by the day, there is a possibility he could be shutdown. Fantasy owners in daily formats should continue to monitor his status moving forward. However, even if Thomas does return at some point before the end of the season, his value would likely remain minimal in the majority of formats.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said Monday that forward Tyrus Thomas won't play Tuesday at Cleveland. Thomas has been dealing with rib and knee injuries.
Analysis: Fantasy owners should plan on being without Thomas for the rest of the regular season. Even if he's able to play again this year he would have minimal Fantasy value in the majority of leagues.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas (knee, ribs) was once again held out of action Sunday against Washington by coach Paul Silas. Sunday's game makes it five of the team's last six games missed by Thomas, who has been unable to practice due to a sore knee recently.
Analysis: This must be more than just a minor injury as Thomas was held back, leaving the team with just nine players for a game with heavy playoff implications. The Bobcats began play on Sunday two games behind Indiana for the final playoff spot in the East. His injury puts him at serious risk of being shut down just as soon as the team gets eliminated from playoff contention and that makes him a player to avoid in all Fantasy formats for the final scoring period of the season as there is no guarantee he will play.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas remains on the sideline with a sore left knee. He did not practice on Thursday and is not ready to return to the court. He's making progress though as he was able to ride an exercise bike and take part in some light shooting. He's now missed four of the Bobcats' last five games.
Analysis: The Bobcats would love to have Thomas back in the lineup, but at this stage of the game it is about him being healthy. For that reason, Charlotte may shut him down, which is something owners should keep an eye on. Owners should use a healthy alternative for now as Thomas just can't get 100 percent.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas doesn't expect forward Tyrus Thomas to play Friday at Orlando due to nagging injuries. Thomas did not practice Thursday. Instead, Thomas was riding the exercise bike and doing some light shooting. Thomas didn't play on Wednesday night versus Cleveland with a knee injury.
Analysis: Thomas is a mess physically right now, and he might not be healthy for the rest of the year. Hopefully he can play against the Magic on Friday, but he should be considered a major injury risk in all leagues. Our advice is to ignore him even if he's able to play Friday night.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas didn't play on Wednesday night versus Cleveland. An MRI on his surgically repaired knee came back negative, but he still sat. He's also been dealing with bruised ribs, which could be attributing to him getting more rest.
Analysis: Thomas has been banged up for the Bobcats this season. This rib issue limited him to 20 minutes in Monday's win over Milwaukee. That combined with his knee issue could spell trouble for the rest of Thomas' season. Fantasy owners should monitor him as the season winds down, but right now it would be best to keep him reserved until he's deemed healthy.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas left shootaround Wednesday morning with pain in his surgically repaired knee. His status for Wednesday night's game against Cleveland is uncertain. Thomas has also been dealing with bruised ribs.
Analysis: Thomas is a mess physically right now, and he couldn't finish Monday's game against the Bucks because of his ribs. Hopefully he can play against the Cavs, but he should be considered a major injury risk in all leagues. Our advice is to ignore him even if he's able to play Wednesday night.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas dealt with sore ribs despite his return to action Monday. Thomas played Monday against the Bucks after being out for the previous two games with the rib injury, but he did not play the entire fourth quarter because he was sore. He finished with seven points in the 87-86 win on 3 of 5 shooting from the field. Thomas went 1 of 3 at the charity stripe and also chipped in with six rebounds and a block while logging 18 minutes. He will be considered questionable for Wednesday's game against Cleveland.
Analysis: We hope that Thomas will be able to play against the Cavaliers, but he has minimal Fantasy value in the majority of leagues when healthy. Keep an eye on his status, but don't plan on using Thomas even if he's able to return.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas not only made his return from a ribs injury in Monday's contest against the Bucks, but he will also found himself in the starting lineup. Thomas made his second start of the season at center in place of Kwame Brown, who left the team due to a personal matter. He finished with seven points in the 87-86 win on 3 of 5 shooting from the field. Thomas went 1 of 3 at the charity stripe and also chipped in with six rebounds and a block while logging 18 minutes.
Analysis: Thomas found himself matched up with Andrew Bogut for most of Monday's contest and struggled defending the big man out of Australia. Still, the fact that he played and didn't show any ill-effects from his rib injury is great news for Fantasy owners. He has proved in the past he can be a very productive Fantasy option when given ample minutes, but has struggled with his consistency at times. Continue to view him as a low-end option in deeper formats, when healthy.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas will not only make his return to the lineup in Monday's contest against the Bucks, but he will also be in the starting lineup. Thomas will make his second start of the season on Monday at center for Kwame Brown, who left the team due to a personal matter. Thomas scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in his lone start earlier this season.
Analysis: Thomas will be back in action on Monday and should see big minutes as a starter. Fantasy owners in daily formats looking for help at the center position may want to take flier on the 24-year-old. Owners in weekly formats will have to make a tough decision on what to do with Thomas this week. He appears to be healthy at the moment and will get at least one start during the scoring period. However, his track record with injuries and inconsistent production is hard to ignore. Consider him a low-end option, if you decide to start him.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said Monday that forward Tyrus Thomas (bruised ribs) will play Monday night against Milwaukee. Thomas has been unable to play with the injury for the past two games.
Analysis: Even though Thomas is set to play against the Bucks, Fantasy owners should keep him reserved in all leagues. Let him prove he's back at 100 percent before considering him a quality option in any format.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas was not available for Saturday's contest against the Knicks because of a rib injury. Thomas missed Friday's game against the Celtics with the injury and is being considered day to day at this point.
Analysis: The Bobcats have been decimated by injuries of late and now Thomas is the latest victim. The good news is it appears he will not miss too much time with his latest ailment, although only time will tell at this point. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his status moving forward but keep in mind he will now be a injury risk heading into Fantasy Week 23 (March 28-April 3). Thomas can be considered a low-end Fantasy option in deeper formats, when healthy.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was active for Friday's contest versus the Celtics, despite having bruised ribs. X-rays came back negative and coach Paul Silas told NBA.com that he could be limited by the pain of this injury. Thomas did not dress for the game, shortening the Bobcats' bench. He was hurt on Wednesday against Indiana. The team is considering him day to dya.
Analysis: The Bobcats have been hit hard with injuries -- Thomas being on the list a few times. For now, owners should monitor his progress and see how limited he is by Silas. If he hardly hits the court he won't be worth holding onto in any Fantasy format. When healthy, Thomas is a low-end forward option in deeper leagues.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Bobcats coach Paul Silas does not expect forward Tyrus Thomas (bruised ribs) to play Friday night in Boston. Thomas was injured Wednesday night against the Pacers.
Analysis: Continue to monitor what happens with Thomas and hope he can return soon. Fantasy owners in daily leagues should use caution and keep Thomas reserved since he has an extensive injury history. When healthy, Thomas is a low-end Fantasy option in the majority of leagues.
News: The Bobcats announced that forward Tyrus Thomas had X-rays on his injured ribs Thursday after suffering the injury Wednesday against the Pacers. He is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Celtics and remains day to day.
Analysis: Thomas sat out of practice as well Thursday, not surprising to anyone after he left Wednesday's contest. The big man should be viewed as a risky option in daily formats moving forward, unless his status improves overnight. Fantasy owners should adjust accordingly as he deals with the rib injury. When healthy, Thomas is a low-end option in the majority of formats because of his defensive versatility.
News: The Bobcats report that forward Tyrus Thomas (ribs) did not practice Thursday after he was injured in Wednesday's game against the Pacers. He will likely be listed as questionable for Friday's game at Boston.
Analysis: Fantasy owners in daily leagues should use caution when setting your lineup since Thomas has proven to be injury prone and could sit against the Celtics. When healthy, Thomas has minimal Fantasy value in the majority of leagues.
News: Not only did he receive a technical foul in Wednesday's game against the Pacers, but Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas made an early exit because of an injury. Just one possession after getting T'd up, Thomas left the game with bruised ribs. He didn't return after 12 minutes of playing time. Thomas finished the night with six points on 3 of 6 shooting, and added a pair of rebounds and blocks on the defensive end.
Analysis: Thomas has been injury-ridden since he entered the NBA, and missed more than 20 games in a row from mid-January to early March of this season because of knee issues. He has not been able to put his game together with so much time off, and he may miss even more games with the rib injury. Fantasy owners should not rely on him in any format moving forward, but the situation should still be monitored. Thomas is a solid defender, but is inconsistent health and playing time warrant him just low-end value in a best-case scenario.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was a bit limited Wednesday against the Rockets, as he returned from knee soreness to play 16 minutes as a reserve. He scored six points on 2 of 4 shooting, but turned the ball over three times. Thomas was much better defensively, pulling down five rebounds while blocking a pair of shots and stealing a pass on the night.
Analysis: Thomas wasn't supposed to be limited heading into the game, but he played more than five minutes less than his season average, which is significant in the NBA. The surgically repaired knee is clearly an issue moving forward, so Fantasy owners should wait another game or two before relying on him in any capacity. He has minimal Fantasy value since he is not at 100 percent, so owners in daily leagues should feel free to use him only if they absolutely need to.
News: The team's official website reports Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas will play in Wednesday night's game against the Rockets without limitation. He missed shootaround earlier in the day because his surgically repaired knee was sore. “Any time you have an injury and you come back and play quite a bit, that knee is going to swell,” coach Paul Silas said. “He’s just got to get back into the mix. I don’t want anybody out there that I have to limit their playing time.”
Analysis: Thomas has six points, 10 rebounds and four blocks in two games since his return. He has minimal Fantasy value since he is not at 100 percent, so owners in daily leagues should feel free to use him if they absolutely need to. Ideally, he shouldn't be trusted until he gets a few more games under his belt.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas sat out shootaround Wednesday with soreness in his left knee. His status for Wednesday night at Houston will be a game-time decision. Thomas has played two games since being out the previous 19 games with a knee injury.
Analysis: Thomas has six points, 10 rebounds and four blocks in two games since his return. He has minimal Fantasy value since he is not at 100 percent, so owners in daily leagues should use caution Wednesday since his status is up in the air.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said Tuesday that has no plans to start Tyrus Thomas over Boris Diaw. "We're not looking to change anything right now," Silas said. Thomas, who missed 19 games with a knee injury, has six points, 10 rebounds and four blocks in two games since his return.
Analysis: Thomas might work his way back into the starting lineup, but Fantasy owners need to see him play at a high level before counting on him. Continue to monitor his progress but don't start him in the majority of leagues until he proves otherwise.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas once again shot 1 for 4 from the field in his second game back from a knee injury on Sunday at Toronto. He scored four points and added four rebounds while also blocking three shots. Thomas managed two points, six boards and a block in his first game back.
Analysis: Thomas played around 23 minutes in each game and has shown that he is still not 100 percent. Fantasy owners should continue to reserve him in the meantime. If and when he can prove healthy, there is a significant role available to him now that Gerald Wallace is out of the mix in Charlotte at power forward.
News: After missing 19 games with a knee injury, Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas made his return to the court in Friday night's game against the Blazers. Thomas scored just two points in his return on 1 of 4 shooting from the field. He missed on his lone 3-point try and finished with six rebounds and a block while logging 24 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Thomas looked a little rusty on Friday, but that is to be expected after well over a month of action. The Bobcats play again on Sunday, so Fantasy owners way want to see how he fares in that contest before deciding to activate Thomas during Fantasy Week 21 (March 14-20). The 24-year-old has shown in the past he can be a productive low-end Fantasy option when healthy, but he will need to prove both healthy and effective before being inserted into starting lineups.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas has been ruled active and will play in Friday's contest against the Blazers. Thomas missed the past 19 games with a knee injury.
Analysis: Thomas will finally be back on the court, but it remains unclear how many minutes he will see. Fantasy owners should monitor how he fares in his return, to see if he will be worth using in the playoffs. Thomas can be considered a low-end Fantasy option, when healthy.
News: Following shootaround Friday morning, Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas said he's still a game-time decision for Friday night's game against Portland. Thomas has missed the past 19 games with a knee injury.
Analysis: Continue to monitor what happens with Thomas and hope he can return soon. Fantasy owners in daily leagues should use caution and keep Thomas reserved since his knee injury has lingered. When healthy, Thomas is a low-end Fantasy option in the majority of leagues. He does have potential to play well with Gerald Wallace now gone, but we need to see him playing and healthy first.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas practiced Thursday. The team says he'll be a game-time decision Friday against Portland. Thomas has missed the past 19 games with a knee injury.
Analysis: Now that Gerald Wallace is out of town, there is a chance Thomas could develop some significant value if he can prove healthy. That is a big "if," however. Continue to monitor his progress over his first couple of games back before deciding to activate him.
News: The Associated Press reports that Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas will not play Wednesday night against Chicago. Thomas "woke up to soreness" in his knee and now hopes to play Friday against Portland.
Analysis: Fantasy owners should continue to be cautious with Thomas in his return, and our advice is to let him come back and play a few games to prove he's 100 percent healthy before putting him back in your lineup. He has the chance to play well with Gerald Wallace now in Portland, but we need to see it first before saying he's a must-start option.
News: The Associated Press reports that Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas (knee) was able to fully participate in Tuesday's practice. Afterward, coach Paul Silas told reporters that Thomas would be available to play in Wednesday's game against Chicago.
Analysis: Silas said Monday that Tyrus Thomas would practice Tuesday and he did. Silas added that it was "possible" that Thomas could play on Wednesday against Chicago and he will. Now that Gerald Wallace is out of town, there is a chance Thomas could develop some significant value if he can prove healthy. That is a big "if," however. Continue to monitor his progress over his first couple of games back before deciding to activate him.
News: The Associated Press reports that Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas (knee) was able to fully participate in Tuesday's practice. He remains questionable for Wednesday's game against Chicago.
Analysis: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said Monday that Tyrus Thomas would practice Tuesday and he did. Silas added that it was "possible" that Thomas could play on Wednesday against Chicago, but that remains to be determined. Now that Gerald Wallace is out of town, there is a chance Thomas could develop some significant value if he can prove healthy. That is a big "if," however. Continue to monitor his progress.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said Monday that Tyrus Thomas (knee) plans on practicing on Tuesday. Silas added that it was "possible" that Thomas could play on Wednesday against Chicago. Silas told The Associated Press that he would not rule out replacing Boris Diaw with Thomas in the starting lineup once he returns. "It's always a consideration. ... We'll see," said Silas.
Analysis: Thomas returned to practice last Thursday for the first time since suffering a meniscus tear in January. He is being brought along at a cautious pace, but it does appear he could be playing games again by the end of Fantasy Week 20 (March 7-13). Now that Gerald Wallace is out of town, there is a chance Thomas could develop some significant value if he can prove healthy. That is a big "if," however. Continue to monitor his progress.
News: The Bobcats report that forward Tyrus Thomas is participating fully in all non-contact drills at practice Thursday. His return from his knee injury is on schedule for next week.
Analysis: Continue to monitor Thomas' status and hope he can return for Fantasy Week 20 as expected. He has a chance for a boost in Fantasy value after the Bobcats traded away Gerald Wallace to Portland and Nazr Mohammed to Oklahoma City. When healthy, consider Thomas a quality Fantasy option in deep leagues.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Bobcats coach Paul Silas said Wednesday that F Tyrus Thomas (knee) has been cleared to practice fully beginning on Thursday. Thomas has been out since mid-January with torn knee cartilage.
Analysis: The report indicated that Thomas might be ready to play in about a week. When he does return, he will likely be brought along slowly and might not be 100 percent healthy over the final stretch of the season. However, the departure of Gerald Wallace at the trade deadline and his upside as a rebounder and shot blocker makes him worth keeping around in larger formats -- and keeping an eye on in any league.
News: Bobcats coach Paul Silas said on Monday that F Tyrus Thomas (knee) could begin practicing as soon as next week. He could be activated for games the following week. Thomas who has been out since Jan. 20 with a knee injury, has been able to do some light running.
Analysis: Thomas underwent surgery to repair a tear of the lateral meniscus of the left knee. When he does return, the team is not likely to push him right away and he is likely just going to provide the team with some front court depth down the stretch. Monitor his progress, but his season -- from a Fantasy standpoint -- has already been wrapped up in a sense.
News: The Bobcats are hopeful forward Tyrus Thomas will be able to return in two weeks from knee surgery, giving Charlotte added depth in the frontcourt for the stretch run. Thomas who has been out since Jan. 20 with a knee injury, did some light running on Monday. "If we keep guys healthy and get Tyrus back, hopefully, we'll be OK," Stephen Jackson said. "I think we have enough to make the playoffs."
Analysis: Thomas continues to make progress in his return from surgery to repair a tear of the lateral meniscus of the left knee, but is still likely weeks away. Still, the fact that he was able to run at practice is a sign that his rehab is moving along nicely. Still, Thomas' game remains extremely limited and he has not been able to put everything together on the court. Consider him a low-end Fantasy option when he returns for his ability to block shots and rebound.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas (knee) was at the team's shootaround on Monday. Coach Paul Silas told The Associated Press that Thomas is still about six weeks away from returning. Thomas underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the lateral meniscus of the left knee on Jan. 21.
Analysis: Thomas is out until at least mid-March at this point. He remains a frustrating Fantasy owner as a player with seemingly high upside, but who has never been able to take hold at the NBA level. He is an excellent shot blocker and good rebounder, but should not be counted on to make any significant impact this season.
News: The Bobcats have announced hat PF Tyrus Thomas underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the lateral meniscus of the left knee. He will begin the rehabilitation process on Monday, and will be on crutches through the weekend. Thomas is expected to be out or approximately eight weeks.
Analysis: Thomas' injury is the latest setback for a brutal Bobcats team that has been under .500 all season. Thomas had been struggling recently and played just one game before the injury since returning from a one-game suspension. He was averaging just 8.0 points in his last three outings as he continued to play off the bench for Charlotte. PF Boris Diaw could benefit from Thomas' injury and play more minutes but he is also averaging under 12 points per game this season. Fantasy owners in shallow leagues should find other Fantasy options while owners in deeper formats can stash Thomas on their bench.
News: The Bobcats announced Friday that PF Tyrus Thomas underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the lateral meniscus of the left knee Friday. Thomas is expected to be out for approximately eight weeks.
Analysis: Thomas' injury is the latest setback for a brutal Bobcats team that has been under .500 all season. Thomas had been struggling recently and played just one game before the injury since returning from a one-game suspension. He was averaging just 8.0 points in his last three outings as he continued to play off the bench for Charlotte. PF Boris Diaw could benefit from Thomas' injury and play more minutes but he is also averaging under 12 points per game this season. Fantasy owners in shallow leagues should find other Fantasy options while owners in deeper formats can stash Thomas on their bench.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas will miss approximately eight weeks after an MRI reveled a tear of the lateral meniscus of the left knee. Thomas was scratched from the Bobcats' game against Philadelphia on Thursday after he experienced swelling in the knee earlier in the day. "It's a big blow for us," coach Paul Silas said. The team announced Thomas, who is averaging 11.1 points and 5.8 rebounds per game this season, will have surgery in the next week. "Tyrus brought the energy to the game, blocking shots, dunking," PG D.J. Augustin said. "We're just going to have to pick it up and play with energy."
Analysis: Thomas' injury is the latest setback for a brutal Bobcats team that has been under .500 all season. Thomas had been struggling recently and played just one game before the injury since returning from a one-game suspension. He was averaging just 8.0 points in his last three outings as he continued to play off the bench for Charlotte. PF Boris Diaw could benefit from Thomas' injury and play more minutes but he is also averaging under 12 points per game this season. Fantasy owners in shallow leagues should find other Fantasy options while owners in deeper formats can stash Thomas on their bench.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas will miss the team's game against Philadelphia on Thursday night with a swollen left knee, according to the team. Thomas, who also missed Charlotte's game on Monday while serving a one-game suspension, said he is uncertain how the injury occurred. He is considered day-to-day.
Analysis: Thomas will miss his second game in the Bobcats' four-game schedule for Week 13 (Jan. 17-23). He registered only eight points Tuesday against Chicago in his first game back from the suspension, the third consecutive outing he has scored eight points. He is averaging 11.1 points and 5.8 rebounds per game this season and should be considered an low-end option in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas served a one-game suspension in Monday's game at Philadelphia for his violent elbow thrown at Emeka Okafor on Saturday. He is eligible to return Tuesday at Chicago.
Analysis: Thomas' antics caused him to miss the first of Charlotte's unfavorable four-game schedule for Week 13 (Jan. 17-23). He will have three games for which to make up for it. Thomas is averaging 9.0 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in his last five games and can be utilized in most deeper Fantasy leagues when he can stay on the court. The team's new up-tempo style under new coach Paul Silas certainly benefits him.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas was suspended from Monday's game at Philadelphia for his violent elbow thrown at Emeka Okafor on Saturday. Thomas has been suspended for one game, without pay. Thomas may return on Tuesday at Chicago.
Analysis: Thomas' antics cause him to miss the first of Charlotte's unfavorable four-game schedule for Week 13 (Jan. 17-23). He will have three games for which to make up for it. Thomas is averaging 9.0 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in his last five games and can be utilized in most deeper Fantasy leagues when he can stay on the court.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was ejected in the fourth quarter for elbowing Emeka Okafor in the face in Saturday night's 88-81 loss to the Bobcats. Thomas violently swung his elbow square in Okafor's face while going up for a rebound with 2.38 left to play in the contest. Okafor crumpled to the floor and the officials huddled before ejecting Thomas. A replay review confirmed the call. Thomas, who avoided reporters after the game, had eight points and four rebounds prior to being ejected. "He hit him. ... What they saw was correct," coach Paul Silas said. "We just can't have that at the time, we just can't. We're right in the ballgame."
Analysis: Thomas will most likely face some sort of disciplinary action for his wild elbow on Okafor, which could result in a suspension. Fantasy owners should monitor the situation and hope the league makes a ruling before lineups lock on Monday afternoon. Charlotte plays four times during Fantasy Week 13 (Jan. 16-23), so Fantasy owners may have been thinking about getting him active. Thomas can be considered a low-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas recorded just his fourth double-double of the year in Wednesday's win over the Bulls. He scored 17 points off of the bench on 7 of 14 shooting. Thomas pulled down a season-high 13 rebounds against his former team while dishing out two assists. His biggest play of the night, however, was when Derrick Rose attempted to give the Bulls the lead with under four minutes to play, and Thomas emphatically blocked the shot. He also got his hands on another block during his 30 minutes of action.
Analysis: Thomas has been inconsistent again this season, but Wednesday marked the second time in four games that he was able to post a double-double. Thomas' 17 points also represents his fifth-highest total of the season, so it's safe to say he had one of his better games of the year. The key for Thomas, is whether or not he will be able to sustain the high-level of play. With the Bobcats playing four times during Week 13 (Jan. 16-23), owners may want to think about getting him active.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas, who has been dealing with the flu, was able to play in Saturday's 104-89 win over the Wizards. However, Thomas didn't far to well in the contest as he finished with just six points on 2 of 13 shooting from the field. He also picked up his sixth technical foul of the season and his second in two games after complaining about a foul call in the second quarter. Thomas added four rebounds and three blocks in 31 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Thomas struggled with his shot on Saturday, but we will assume his bout with the flu played a large factor in his poor shooting night. While he has played well in spurts this season, Thomas continues to struggle with his consistency, which limits his Fantasy value. Still, he continues to fill up the box score even on nights he doesn't score much and continues to be a productive Fantasy forward in category-based leagues. With the Bobcats playing four times during Week 12 (Jan. 10-16), owners may want to think about getting him active.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas missed Saturday's shootaround but still hopes to play on Saturday night against Washington. Thomas is day to day with the flu.
Analysis: Thomas had arguably his best game of the season on Wednesday, as he took advantage of the absence of guys like Gerald Wallace and Stephen Jackson. Charlotte is just a mess at the moment, and if Thomas can continue to take advantage on Saturday, he might be a sleeper start for Fantasy Week 12 (Jan. 10-16) as the Bobcats play four times. Hopefully he can shake off this flu bug by then.
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas missed practice Friday with the flu and will likely be questionable for Saturday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Thomas had arguably his best game of the season on Wednesday, as he took advantage of the absence of guys like Gerald Wallace and Stephen Jackson. Charlotte is just a mess at the moment, and if Thomas can continue to take advantage on Saturday, he might be a sleeper start for Fantasy Week 12 (Jan. 10-16) as the Bobcats play four times. Hopefully he can shake off this flu bug by then.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas enjoyed his best game of the season in Wednesday's win over the Timberwolves. Not only did he register his first double-double since Thanksgiving weekend, but he played a season-high 36 minutes as well. Thomas scored 21 points on 10 of 18 shooting, including an impressive three-point play following a dunk. He pulled down 11 rebounds and blocked two shots in the win.
Analysis: Thomas had arguably his best game of the season on Wednesday, but it comes as little surprise with the amount of injuries the Bobcats have suffered. With co-captains Gerald Wallace and Stephen Jackson hurt, and Boris Diaw having fouled out, Thomas had no reason not to play well. The team is also dealing with front-court injuries to Nazr Mohammed (who has no time-table for a return) and DeSagana Diop (out for the season). Thomas might have the best value he will have all season right now. He's worth starting in Fantasy play with the team so battered.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas will play Wednesday against the Blazers despite a knee issue. He was a game-time decision.
Analysis: Thomas is a player who should enjoy a boost in playing time and production with Gerald Wallace sidelined for a few games due to injury. Stephen Jackson is also being held out due to injury and is day-to-day. Thomas shot just 4 of 14 from the field on Monday after missing the previous two games, leading to a pedestrian eight points. He did add five rebounds and a block, however, and has some mild upside as a short-term sleeper -- especially with the Bobcats speeding up the tempo under new coach Paul Silas. He may be too risky to play in daily-lineup leagues just yet, but is worth monitoring in all formats.
News: Despite a report in the Charlotte Observer that said Tyrus Thomas (knee) was "expected" to play in Wednesday's game against Portland, the Bobcats officially list him as a game-time decision. Thomas was held out of practice on Tuesday due to knee tendinitis.
Analysis: Thomas is a player who should enjoy a boost in playing time and production with Gerald Wallace sidelined for a few games due to injury. Stephen Jackson is also being held out due to injury and is day-to-day. Thomas shot just 4 of 14 from the field on Monday after missing the previous two games, leading to a pedestrian eight points. He did add five rebounds and a block, however, and has some mild upside as a short-term sleeper -- especially with the Bobcats speeding up the tempo under new coach Paul Silas. He may be too risky to play in daily-lineup leagues just yet, but is worth monitoring in all formats.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Tyrus Thomas was held out of practice on Tuesday due to knee tendinitis. He is expected to play against the Timberwolves in Minnesota on Wednesday night, however.
Analysis: Thomas is a player who should enjoy a boost in playing time and production with Gerald Wallace sidelined for a few games due to injury. Thomas shot just 4 of 14 from the field on Monday, leading to a pedestrian eight points. He did add five rebounds and a block, however, and has some mild upside as a short-term sleeper -- especially with the Bobcats speeding up the tempo under new coach Paul Silas.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas played on Monday against the Heat after being cleared to return from a wrist injury. Thomas came off the bench, despite the team being without Nazr Mohammed and Gerald Wallace and starting Kwame Brown at center and Gerald Henderson at forward. He played 21 minutes and struggled shooting as he went 4 for 14 from the field for eight points. He added five rebounds and a block. Thomas missed the team's previous two games due to a sprain.
Analysis: Thomas couldn't take advantage of what should have been a boost in minutes with Wallace and Mohammed hurting. Thomas has been erratic throughout his time in the NBA and there is nothing new here. The Bobcats are playing at a higher tempo under new coach Paul Silas and Thomas should get a chance at a significant boost in scoring to go with good numbers in blocks and decent rebounding. For now, however, it appears he's going to have to work back into rhythm.
News: The Bobcats cleared F Tyrus Thomas (wrist) to return to action on Monday against the Miami Heat following Monday's shootaround. Thomas missed the team's previous two games due to a sprain. Thomas was also able to practice fully on Sunday.
Analysis: Thomas will be looking at a boost in Week 11 (Jan. 3-9) with the Bobcats losing Gerald Wallace for at least a few games due to injury. The Bobcats are playing at a higher tempo under new coach Paul Silas and Thomas will get a chance at a significant boost in scoring to go with good numbers in blocks and decent rebounding.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas (wrist) was able to practice fully on Sunday after missing his team's previous two games. He is considered day-to-day.
Analysis: The fact that he was able to practice in full makes it more than likely that he will go on Monday against Miami, but he remains a slight injury risk in weekly formats. An injury to Gerald Wallace that threatens to sideline him for at least a few games could make Thomas a sleeper in Fantasy leagues for Week 11 (Jan. 3-9), especially given the team's newf up-tempo style under Paul Silas.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas missed his second straight game because of a sprained right wrist on Friday. He's been able to practice during the week, but coach Paul Silas has said he wants to rest Thomas until he's 100 percent.
Analysis: Thomas may take a step in the right direction under Silas, who is a players coach. He hasn't fully lived up to his potential yet in the NBA, but he's still young. Thomas is averaging 11.4 points, 1.6 blocks and 5.4 rebounds in his 26 games this season. Fantasy owners should monitor his status over the weekend before making a call on him in Week 11 (Jan. 2-9).
News: Charlotte coach Paul Silas said he doubts forward Tyrus Thomas will be able to play on Friday against Golden State, according to the Charlotte Observer. Thomas is dealing with a sprained right wrist. He did go through some parts of practice on Thursday, but Silas said he's leaning towards resting him again.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging 11.4 points, 1.6 blocks and 5.4 rebounds in his 26 games this season. He hasn't lived up to his potential yet, but could take a step in the right direction under Silas. But until Thomas is 100 percent he should not be active in any Fantasy format. Monitor his status through the weekend.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas (wrist) missed the Bobcats' game against Cleveland on Wednesday night. Thomas, who played 23 minutes in Charlotte's win over Detroit on Monday, reportedly felt a severe amount of pain at the team's shootaround and was unable to play in the Bobcats' 101-92 victory.
Analysis: Thomas apparently suffered a setback from a previous minor injury and is considered day-to-day. He scored 14 points -- his third outing in five games scoring in double figures -- in Monday's win during his most playing playing time this month. With Paul Silas taking over as coach, he could offer Fantasy appeal in some leagues but should remain on your bench until healthy.
News: The Bobcats reported that Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas missed Wednesday's game against Cleveland with a right wrist injury. Thomas reported feeling a lot of pain at the team's shootaround.
Analysis: Apparently, Thomas suffered a setback after initially suffering what appeared to be a minor injury. He socred 14 points with four rebounds in just 23 minutes on Monday and is one player who could see an increase in Fantasy appeal with the Bobcats looking to speed things up under new coach Paul Silas. Until he can prove both healthy and productive on the court, however, he should remain on the bench in Fantasy.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas (wrist) was downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday's game against Cleveland. Thomas reported feeling a lot of pain at the team's shootaround.
Analysis: Apparently, Thomas suffered a setback after initially suffering what appeared to be a minor injury. He socred 14 points with four rebounds in just 23 minutes on Monday and is one player who could see an increase in Fantasy appeal with the Bobcats looking to speed things up under new coach Paul Silas. Until he can prove both healthy and productive on the court, however, he should remain on the bench in Fantasy.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas has a sore wrist but is expected to play on Wednesday against Cleveland. Thomas sat out contact drills at practice Tuesday. He saw 22 minutes off the bench for Paul Silas on Monday in his debut with the new coach. Silas plays with an up-tempo pace that suits Thomas.
Analysis: Thomas has always shown flashes of great potential and the addition of Silas may help him finally realize some of it. The ability to run is what separates him from other less athletic big men. Thomas is averaging 9.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game over his last five. That wrist shouldn't keep him from playing so his value is rising in deeper Fantasy leagues.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas struggled with his shot in Tuesday's 99-81 loss to the Thunder. Thomas scored just five points in the contest on 2 of 9 shooting from the field. He played 20 minutes off the bench and added two rebounds, two blocks and a steal in the defeat.
Analysis: Thomas has been consistently inconsistent this season and continues to see limited minutes off the bench for coach Larry Brown. While the talent is there, Fantasy owners should keep him reserved until he can earn more minutes.
News: After scoring in double figures in his last two outings, Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas did not have the same success against the Hawks on Friday night. He scored just seven points but was able to haul in eight rebounds in the 90-85 loss. He went 2 for 9 from the field, including 0 for 1 from downtown, but made all three of his free throws. Thomas, who played 16 minutes, also had a blocked shot in the defeat.
Analysis: Thomas missed a couple of games with tightness in his left quadriceps but he has done a decent job since returning. Over his last three games he is averaging 11 points with six rebounds but has played over 20 minutes just once. Thomas continues to be very spotty statistically, given his limited playing time, so keep him on the bench in deeper Fantasy formats heading into Week 9 (Dec. 20-26).
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas (quadriceps) was back in the lineup for Tuesday's game against Toronto. Thomas missed the team's previous two games but came off the bench for 21 minutes in the win. He played well as he shot 6 of 12 from the field to score 14 points. Thomas added seven rebounds, a steal and two blocks.
Analysis: Thomas continues to be very spotty statistically given his limited playing time. He was averaging just 18.4 minutes over his previous games. Keep him reserved until he can carve out more playing time.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas missed his second straight game with a quadriceps injury on Saturday night against the Celtics. Thomas left Tuesday's game against the Nuggets after experiencing tightness in his left quadriceps and hasn't played since. He is considered day to day.
Analysis: This was thought to be a minor injury, however it appears to be nagging. The Bobcats don't play again until Tuesday, so hopefully Thomas' calf will be healed up by then. He is a decent source for rebounds and blocks and can be viewed as a No. 4 Fantasy forward when healthy. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his status heading into Fantasy Week 8 (Dec. 13-19). However, because he will be somewhat of an injury risk, owners may want to think about a replacement for the upcoming scoring period.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas missed his second straight game with a quadriceps injury on Friday night. He is being considered day to day.
Analysis: Thomas' injury isn't considered too serious, but it seems to be nagging. He's worth using as a No. 4 Fantasy forward, when healthy, as he provides decent scoring and rebounding. Thomas is someone owners should through the weekend to see if he's healthy enough for Week 8 (Dec. 13-19).
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas, who missed Tuesday's game with a quadriceps injury and hasn't practiced since, is "highly doubtful" for Friday's game at Indiana, coach Larry Brown told the Charlotte Observer.
Analysis: This injury wasn't supposed to be a big deal, but it's just not going away. Though he plays only about 20 minutes per game off the bench, Thomas is a good enough scorer and shot-blocker to serve as a No. 4 Fantasy forward, particularly in categorical leagues. Keep an eye on his status.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports that the quadriceps injury that forced Tyrus Thomas out of Tuesday's game against Denver is not expected to be anything serious. He underwent an examination after leaving the game that suggested he did not suffer a significant injury.
Analysis: Fantasy owners should consider Thomas day-to-day and questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers. Thomas had 16 points in just 15 minutes of game action on Tuesday night, but he continues to be very spotty statistically given his limited playing time. He is averaging just 18.4 minutes over his last five games. Keep him reserved until he can carve out more playing time.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas left in the second half of Tuesday's 100-98 win over the Nuggets with tightness in his left quad. He played just 15 in the contest and finished with 16 points on 6of 8 shooting to go along with four rebounds and an assist.
Analysis: Thomas did not return against the Nuggets and is considered day to day with his injury. He is averaging 9.4 points and 4.8 rebounds over his last five contest and is seeing about 19 minutes a game. While he has always been known as a solid defender, Thomas is a very streaky scorer, which limits his Fantasy value. Continue to view him as a reserve in most formats at this point.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas came off the bench in Saturday's loss to the Sixers, but did not provide much of a spark. He was solid on the defensive end, pulling down five rebounds and blocking two shots, but offense was another story. Thomas shot just 1 of 4 from the field, notching two points on the night while assisting on one basket. He saw 17 minutes of action in the defeat.
Analysis: Thomas has always been a solid defender, pulling down close to six boards a game and nearly blocking two shots per game. The offense, however, has limited him in Fantasy play. He averages 12 points a game, but he scores in spurts, failing to score in double figures in 10 of the team's 20 games. Starting him on a weekly basis is a risky move in most Fantasy formats because he is splitting starter minutes with Nazr Mohammed. The two are both pushing to make a claim on the starting spot for good, so Thomas is looking like a reserve Fantasy option in Week 7.
News: Coach Larry Brown said before Friday's game that Tyrus Thomas and Nazr Mohammed would be switched in the starting lineup depending on the Bobcats' opponent. Thomas went back to the bench on Friday and would score just four points in 16 minutes of action. He went 2 for 3 from the field and would grab five rebounds. The Bobcats would beat the Rockets, 99-89.
Analysis: Thomas was a player Charlotte didn't want to leave in free agency and made sure to hold on to him. He can score and is a good source of rebounds -- when getting consistent minutes. His up and down playing time limits his Fantasy value to deeper leagues at this time. Starting him on a weekly basis is a risky move in most formats. Continue to monitor this situation to see if either Thomas or Mohammed make a claim on the starting spot for good.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas started on Wednesday against the Knicks as center, just one game after seeing only 12 minutes against them. Thomas, who scored five points with three rebounds and a block against the Knicks on Tuesday, saw a big boost in minutes against New York in Wednesday's game. He played 34 and went off to score 26 points on 11 of 20 shooting. He added 11 rebounds, three assists and blocked four shots in the game.
Analysis: Thomas has the ability to consistently perform as he did on Wednesday but he's not going to get consistent starts as center. The Bobcats just wanted to run with the Knicks. He had a 20 and 10 game on Nov. 15 against Minnesota and has the ability to produce like this when getting minutes. Unfortunately, he never seems to keep the minutes for long. Monitor this situation as Thomas could go right back to the bench.
News: Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas scored 22 points on Saturday against Phoenix, tying his season-high that he set in the team's opener. Thomas came off the bench and shot 9 for 13 from the field and hit all four of his foul shots. He added six rebounds and a steal in his 29 minutes of action. Over his last five games he's scored 14, 4, 20, 9 and 22. He also missed a game in the middle due to a death in his family.
Analysis: Thomas can be a productive role player for the Bobcats and Fantasy owners, when he gets minutes from coach Larry Brown. If he can continue to get consistent court time, Thomas is worth using in deeper Fantasy leagues. He has potential and is worth monitoring in all leagues where he isn't owned.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas was able to return to action on Monday against Minnesota after missing the team's previous game due to a death in the family. Thomas came back rejuvenated and had one of his better games on the year. Thomas recorded his first double-double on the season as he scored 20 points and ripped 10 rebounds against the Wolves. He shot 8 for 11 from the field over 31 minutes and also blocked four shots with two steals.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging around 20 minutes per game, leading to inconsistent production. Still, as he showed on Monday, with minutes he can do great things. He is offering around 11 points and six boards per game with good shot-blocking ability and appears to be a safe play again in deeper leagues going forward.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas was inactive for Saturday's game against the Jazz as he was away from the team due to a death in the family. He hauled in a season-high 9 rebounds and had four points Friday night in Washington.
Analysis: Thomas has averaged just over 20 minutes per game this season with 11.2 points and 5.7 rebounds. No word on when he is expected to return to the Bobcats so Fantasy owners should keep an eye on the situation. Thomas hasn't quite lived up to being the fourth overall pick in the 2006 draft but has been shooting fairly well so far this season. He remains more of an option in deeper leagues, when active, until his number increase.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas has been in double figures in scoring in four straight games after notching 14 points in Wednesday's win at Toronto. Thomas, who swatted five shots in the game, shot 5 of 9 from the field and added four rebounds and a steal.
Analysis: Thomas is seeing less than 20 minutes per game over his last five contests and is still bringing in 11.2 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game over that span. Shooting well, the Bobcats might start giving him more minutes. If that happens, Thomas' Fantasy value could improve greatly. For now, he's worth starting in the deeper formats.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas made the most of his playing time on Saturday night against the Magic. He scored 10 points on 3 of 4 shooting while playing 15 minutes in the 91-88 loss. He went a perfect 4 for 4 from the charity stripe and hauled in four rebounds for Charlotte. Thomas also had two blocked shots in the defeat.
Analysis: Thomas has scored 10 points in each of his last two outings after struggling a bit. He has all the tools to be a solid low-post player but he is too inconsistent to trust in a majority of Fantasy leagues. The Bobcats have some young talent on the court, which should only benefit the 24-year-old in the long run. Continue to view Thomas as a low-end option but keep an eye on him as he should get better as the season goes on.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas has seen a drop off in points in each of the four games this season. He scored six points on 3 of 5 shooting, and chipped in a pedestrian 3 rebounds on Wednesday. He also managed a steal in a season-low 17 minutes of action in the win.
Analysis: The Bobcats invested heavily in Thomas, as they expected him to challenge starting forward Boris Diaw for minutes, but that has not been the case. In contrast, Diaw led the team in scoring on Wednesday and played 40 minutes. Still, it's Thomas that has a ton of potential, and he could get better as the season goes along. Stash him on the bench in Fantasy play for now and your patience might be rewarded in the coming months.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas led the team with 22 points in Wednesday's season opener against the Mavericks. He logged 30 minutes off the bench as he went 8 for 15 from the field and hit 6 of his 7 free-throw attempts. Thomas added six rebounds and a steal, but it wasn't enough as Dallas beat Charlotte, 101-86.
Analysis: Thomas struggled in the preseason for the Bobcats, but played well in his 25 games with the team last year. With them being a relatively small team, Thomas will provide plenty of depth in the frontcourt. He averaged 10.1 points and 6.1 boards for the Bobcats last year, and Fantasy owners can expect at least that production this season. He has a lot of potential, and this could be the year he lives up to it. He's a great player to own as a reserve, as he could develop into a solid Fantasy producer. But as of right now continue to view him as a low-end option.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas had his best game of the preseason in Saturday's 97-94 win over the Pistons. Thomas led Charlotte with 23 points on 7 of 12 shooting and grabbed seven rebounds. He also added an assist and a steal while playing 24 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Thomas played well in his 25 games with Charlotte last season after getting traded to the team from Chicago. He has struggled a bit this preseason, but finally put it all together on Saturday. Thomas has a lot of potential, but hasn't lived up to it through his first three years in the league. Charlotte hopes he can provide a lift off the bench this season as he averaged 10.1 points and 6.1 rebounds with the team in 2009-10. Consider Thomas a late-round pick on Draft Day.
News: Bobcats forward Tyrus Thomas was whistled for a technical for arguing with the officials on Thursday against the Magic. Thomas shot just 1 for 9 from the field, but hit 5 of his 8 foul shots, finishing with seven points. He chipped in two blocks and four rebounds for Charlotte.
Analysis: Thomas played well in his 25 games with Charlotte last season after getting traded to the team from Chicago. It seems he's still trying to find his niche with the team though, as he's struggled through four games in the preseason. He has a lot of potential, but hasn't lived up to it through his first three years in the league. Charlotte hopes he can provide a lift off the bench this season as he averaged 10.1 points and 6.1 rebounds with the team in 2009-10. Consider Thomas a late-round pick on Draft Day.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas came off the bench in his team's preseason opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but he played a team-high 30 minutes off the bench. He shot just 3 for 10 from the field, but finished with 11 points, nine rebounds and three assists.
Analysis: Thomas averaged 10.1 points with 6.1 rebounds in 25 games after being traded to the Bobcats from Chicago last season. He played well once coming to Charlotte in a trade from Chicago, but he averaged 9.4 points and 6.2 rebounds for the season. He's worth drafting with a late-round pick in 2010-11.
News: As expected, F Tyrus Thomas re-signed with the Charlotte Bobcats. The free agent averaged 10.1 points with 6.1 rebounds in 25 games after being traded to the Bobcats from Chicago.
Analysis: Thomas averaged just 8.8 points with 5.5 rebounds in a four-game series loss against the Magic in the first round of the NBA playoffs. He played well once coming to Charlotte in a trade from Chicago, but he averaged 9.4 points and 6.2 rebounds for the season. He's worth drafting with a late-round pick in 2010-11, especially since he'll likely be in a contract year. Hopefully he can finally play at a high level for an entire year and show his full potential. He's running out of "next" years.
News: The Sports Xchange reports Charlotte forward Tyrus Thomas is a restricted free agent, and it seems highly likely he will return to the Bobcats at least on a one-year qualifying offer.
Analysis: Thomas averaged just 8.8 points with 5.5 rebounds in a four-game series loss against the Magic in the first round of the NBA playoffs. He played well once coming to Charlotte in a trade from Chicago, but he averaged 9.4 points and 6.2 rebounds for the season. He's worth drafting with a late-round pick in 2010-11, especially since he'll likely be in a contract year. Hopefully he can finally play at a high level for an entire year and show his full potential.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas averaged just 8.8 points with 5.5 rebounds in a four-game series loss against the Magic in the first round of the NBA playoffs. He averaged 17.0 minutes per game.
Analysis: Thomas had 21 points and nine rebounds in the final game of the series, but was a virtual non factor in the first three games. He continues to be a Fantasy hoops tease, with apparent massive potential, but without the consistency to ever make him a reliable Fantasy option. He'll be worth a mid-round pick for his 10-and-10 upside with good block totals, but is best used as a reserve and occasional starter and not an every-week player.
News: Charlotte F Tyrus Thomas returned to the Bobcats' lineup on Monday against the Nets after missing three games with a dislocated right thumb. Thomas finished with 13 points on 4 of 13 shooting. He also added three rebounds and a block.
Analysis: With the Bobcats still fighting for playoff seeding, Thomas may still see minimal minutes. He is averaging just 10.5 points and three rebounds over his last five contests. Consider him a low-end Fantasy option even when healthy.
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas did not play Saturday against the Pistons due to a thumb injury. Thomas has missed three straight outings.
Analysis: Thomas hasn't really contributed much the last few weeks for the Bobcats. It appears they may rest him most, if not all, of the way down the stretch. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy. He's probably not worth waiting for his return.
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas did not play Friday against the Rockets due to a thumb injury. Thomas has missed two straight outings.
Analysis: Thomas hasn't really contributed much the last few weeks for the Bobcats. It appears they may rest him most, if not all, of the way down the stretch. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy. He's probably not worth waiting for his return.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas could not play Wednesday against the Hornets after dislocating his thumb on Tuesday against the Hawks. Bobcats coach Larry Brown told the Charlotte Observer that he thinks Thomas could be out "for a while," after Thomas was in a lot of pain on Wednesday morning.
Analysis: Thomas hasn't really contributed much the last few weeks for the Bobcats. It appears they may rest him most, if not all, of the way down the stretch. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy. He's probably not worth waiting for his return.
News: The Charlotte Observer reports Bobcats reserve forward Tyrus Thomas has a dislocated finger, but apparently it's not serious. The Bobcats said he could have re-entered the game after he was injured Tuesday night against the Hawks. Thomas is expected to play Wednesday night at New Orleans.
Analysis: It appears safe to keep Thomas active in all daily leagues. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas dislocated his left thumb late in Tuesday's game against the Hawks, but returned to the bench and said he'd play Wednesday at New Orleans. He finished with eight points and three rebounds.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging only 6.4 points and 3.8 rebounds over his past five games. He has little if any Fantasy value.
News: Charlotte F Tyrus Thomas played just three minutes in Friday's contest against the Bucks. Thomas had missed two straight games with an ankle injury. He finished with just two points and a rebound.
Analysis: Even when Thomas is healthy, he is seeing minimal minutes on the court and only has Fantasy appeal in 12-team and deeper leagues where he can be used as a cheap source of rebounds.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas (ankle) missed his second straight game on Wednesday against the 76ers with an ankle injury he suffered one week to the day. He is day to day and could return on Friday against Milwaukee.
Analysis: Thomas was averaging just 6.6 points and 5.2 rebounds over his last five games before getting hurt. Even when he does return healthy, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy option in 12-team and deeper leagues.
News: Charlotte F Tyrus Thomas did not play in Monday's contest against the Raptors because of an ankle injury. He had apparently sprained it on Wednesday against Minnesota and played Friday against Washington. He is considered day to day.
Analysis: Thomas was averaging just 6.6 points and 5.2 rebounds over his last five games. Even when he does return healthy, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy option in 12-team and deeper leagues.
News: Bobcats coach Larry Brown announced Monday afternoon that F Tyrus Thomas has been ruled out for Monday's game against Charlotte with an ankle injury, according to the team's official Twitter feed. He is considered day to day.
Analysis: This news makes Thomas an injury-risk play for Fantasy Week 23 (March 29-April 4). The Bobcats play four games, so Tyrus could still play three games and Fantasy owners should consider him still in larger category-based play.
News: Charlotte F Tyrus Thomas scored just eight points in a win over the Timberwolves on Wednesday. However, it wasn't Thomas' points that were important for the Bobcats. Thomas collected eight rebounds, three steals and three blocks in 19 minutes. He hasn't scored in double figures in three straight games.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging eight points and 6.2 rebounds over his last five contests. While the scoring won't be there from Thomas, he does provide Fantasy value in deeper leagues because of his ability to pull down rebounds. He has upside but until that starts shining through, consider Thomas a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas scored 11 points and grabbed nine rebounds with two blocks and two steals on Wednesday night in a win over Oklahoma City. Thomas did not shoot well, however, at just 4 for 11 from the field.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging 10 points per game over his last five. That comes with 6.4 rebounds and 1.6 steals. He's not shooting well from the field and that is really limiting him at the moment. He has so much upside and potential but has yet to realize it. Thomas can be used in 12-team and deeper Fantasy leagues at this time.
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas recorded his second straight double-double on Wednesday, finishing with 15 points and 10 rebounds against the Celtics. It was his sixth consecutive game with at least 10 points. In 27 minutes, he added one steal and two blocked shots.
Analysis: Thomas continues to play well in Charlotte. He's scored in double figures in six of seven games with his new team, averaging 14.8 points and 6.8 rebounds over his last five. Thanks to his rebirth with the Bobcats he has become a viable Fantasy option in deeper leagues.
News: Charlotte PF Tyrus Thomas came up huge in a loss to Dallas on Monday. Thomas played 29 minutes and scored 16 points with 12 rebounds for the double-double. He shot 7 for 16 from the field and added two blocks and a steal.
Analysis: Thomas had always shown so much promise without actually realizing it with the Bulls. Averaging 14.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game over his last five with the Bobcats, it looks like he's finally ready to be a consistent option in 12-team and deeper leagues.
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas scored 13 points against the Grizzlies on Friday, his fourth straight game in double figures. He added five rebounds, three assists and three blocked shots in 22 minutes.
Analysis: Thomas is fitting in nicely with the Bobcats. In five games since arriving in Charlotte, he's averaging 12.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 3.4 blocks. Whether he can keep it up remains to be seen, but right now he's playing like a No. 2 Fantasy center and a borderline No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas scored 20 points in 31 minutes off the bench Wednesday night in Utah. He added three rebounds and two assists while shooting 6 of 8 from the field and 8 of 9 from the foul line. He also added three steals and a block.
Analysis: For Thomas, it was his highest-scoring performance since joining the Bobcats. He had to make 75 percent of his shots and get to the foul line nine times to do it, though. Despite this big scoring game, Fantasy owners should expect him to remain inconsistent in that regard given his role off the bench in Charlotte and the presence of players like Gerald Wallace and Boris Diaw. View Thomas as a low-end starter in Fantasy.
News: Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas had 10 points with four rebounds and three blocks in 25 minutes off the bench Monday at the Clippers. It was his third game since joining the Bobcats.
Analysis: In the three games, Thomas has averaged 10.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 4.3 blocks, 2.7 turnovers and is shooting 46.4 percent from the field. He has gotten 25-30 minutes in each game with around 10 shots in the offense and will likely be somewhere in this vicinity the rest of the way. He won't average four blocks per game, but will be a high-end contributor in that category and could average a couple per contest.
News: Bobcats PF Tyrus Thomas picked up a double-double in his second game with his new team on Saturday as Charlotte fell to the Bucks. Thomas had 12 points, 11 rebounds and four blocked shots as he picked up his first double-double of the season.
Analysis: Thomas appears to have landed in a favorable situation in Charlotte, and while he's not worth using in most leagues just yet, he's definitely someone worth stashing and keeping an eye on.
News: A day after being acquired from Chicago, Bobcats F Tyrus Thomas made his debut scoring nine points and adding 12 rebounds in a 110-93 victory over Cleveland on Friday. The Bobcats were working in their new players. He saw 25 minutes of action and shot 3 of 9 from the field. Thomas, acquired to bolster their frontcourt, made two key plays in the third quarter. His driving dunk and block of Anderson Varejao came in Charlotte's 17-4 run that put Charlotte ahead 82-68 entering the fourth quarter.
Analysis: Larry Brown sees plenty of potential in Thomas and will likely increase his minutes as the season progresses. With an increase in minutes, Thomas will likely see an increase in his production making him a solid Fantasy option in the upcoming weeks.
News: Newly-acquired PF Tyrus Thomas is expected to make his Bobcats debut on Friday, according to the team's official Twitter feed. He passed a physical earlier in the day and should be in uniform against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Thomas could see time behind Boris Diaw at big forward, or in the pivot, as centers Nazr Mohammed, DeSagana Diop and Tyson Chandler are all struggling with injuries. He's averaging 8.8 points and 6.3 rebounds this season and has the potential to improve his Fantasy value with a change of scenery and bigger role in Charlotte.
News: The Charlotte Bobcats acquired power forward Tyrus Thomas from the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. Charlotte sent a future, protected first-round pick to Chicago, along with the expiring contracts of guards Ronald Murray and Acie Law.
Analysis: The Bobcats have lacked depth behind Boris Diaw. They hope Thomas will provide needed rebounding and shot-blocking. The 6-foot-10 Thomas is averaging 8.8 points and 6.3 rebounds and making $4.7 million in the final year of his contract. He'll be a restricted free agent this summer and will be looking to prove his worth. Thomas' presence could have an impact on the minutes of a player like Boris Diaw.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas ended the first half of the season on a high note with 16 points and six boards on Wednesday during a loss to Orlando. Thomas played 36 minutes and shot 7 for 12 with two steals and a block. He also had four assists.
Analysis: Thomas was suspended for a game earlier in the week and scored nine points with seven boards upon returning on Tuesday. Many believe that Chicago is simply playing him more of late to showcase his talents for potential trade partners. This situation is going to heat up in the second half of the season and the Bulls may not continue playing him this way. Stay tuned for more news on that. He's normally a solid option in deep leagues.
News: According to the Arlington Heights Daily Herald, Bulls F Tyrus Thomas practiced Monday after serving a team-imposed suspension during Saturday’s win over Miami. He did not speak to reporters, while coach Vinny Del Negro tried to stress that the incident is already in the rear-view mirror. “Hopefully Tyrus learns from it and gets better. I talked to him before the game the other night. But that was it. It was real quick. Everyone knew that it was coming, so it wasn’t a shock or a surprise to anybody.”
Analysis: Thomas has been frustrated by his playing time and it boiled over after Friday’s loss in Atlanta, the fifth straight game he played 20 minutes or less. Now that the suspension is over, Fantasy owners should not look for anything drastic to change. He is still in Del Negro's doghouse and will likely see limited minutes. He only provides Fantasy value in the deepest of leagues.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas has been suspended for one game by the team for conduct detrimental to the team, according to the team's official Web site. He will serve his one-game suspension Saturday, when the Bulls host the Heat.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging just 18.2 minutes per game over his last five. When he's focused, he plays extremely well and the Bulls look like a different team with him in there. Still, they have yet to be able to fully trust the former LSU star and that leaves him with value in just deeper leagues.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas scored 12 points and grabbed six rebounds over 15 minutes on Wednesday in a loss at Philly. Thomas played just 15 minutes and shot 6 of 8 from the field.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging just 18.2 minutes per game over his last five. When he's focused, he plays extremely well and the Bulls look like a different team with him in there. Still, they have yet to be able to fully trust the former LSU star and that leaves him with value in just deeper leagues.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas managed 13 points over 19 minutes on Wednesday during a win at the Thunder. Thomas shot 6 for 8 from the floor and grabbed five boards with two blocks. He added five turnovers, however.
Analysis: Thomas can not consistently keep minutes for the Bulls and that could have something to do with the five turnovers he committed over just 19 minutes Wednesday. Thomas shows so much potential at times but remains raw at his young age. Averaging 8.6 points, 5.8 boards, 3.0 blocks and a steal per game over his last five contests over 24.4 minutes per night, Thomas remains worthy of use in deeper leagues thanks to his intangible game.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had 18 points, six rebounds and one assist Wednesday night at the Clippers. It was the first game in double figures in points for Thomas in 2010, a span of 10 games.
Analysis: Hopefully he can use this performance to get himself going since Thomas is capable of scoring in double figures on a consistent basis. Still, he continues to show inconsistent play, so consider him a low-end Fantasy option unless this game is a sign of a turnaround about to happen.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas is beginning to become more and more unworthy of Fantasy use as he's now had four straight games of single-digit scoring performances. Thomas scored just four points at Milwaukee on Friday over 29 minutes. He added five rebounds and two assists and shot just 1 of 4 from the field.
Analysis: Thomas is still getting 20-30 minutes per night over his last four games but his scoring, rebounding, blocks, the works have all been lower. He's been coming off the bench of late due to his struggles and wil just have to work his way out. The Bulls have a tough three-game schedule coming up for Week 12 (Jan. 11-17) and we suggest keeping him inactive in all but the deepest of leagues.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas had 19 points and 7 rebounds in Thursday's game in Detroit. He has averaged 16.0 points and 10. 3 rebounds with 2.0 blocks and 1.3 steals in his three games since returning from an arm injury.
Analysis: Thomas has always had appeal in Fantasy leagues for his upside, but consistency has always been an issue. Right now, he's contributing at the level of a No. 1 forward in standard leagues and he should be active in all leagues. He's doing all of this despite playing off the bench.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas returned from injury to score 21 points on Saturday in a win over the Hornets. Thomas, back after missing 22 games with a broken left forearm, was active from the moment he entered to a nice ovation 3:09 into the game. He finished 10 for 17 from the floor and also had nine rebounds as the Bulls outscored the Hornets 54-16 inside.
Analysis: Fantasy owners have to be thrilled with Thomas' solid performance in his return to action. He is a good enough rebounder and shot blocker to serve as a No. 3 Fantasy forward now that he's back and active. Fantasy owners can feel free to activate him for Fantasy Week 10 (Dec. 28-Jan. 3) as he seems to be doing just fine.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas, who broke a bone in his left forearm on Nov. 6, returned to practice Sunday. Coach Vinny Del Negro hopes Thomas will play Saturday against New Orleans.
Analysis: Thomas is a good enough rebounder and shot blocker to serve as a No. 3 Fantasy forward when he gets back up to speed, but you'll want to see how he performs Saturday before you decide whether or not to activate him for Fantasy Week 10 (Dec. 28-Jan. 3).
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas will likely participate Sunday in some contact drills for the first time since he broke his left forearm in early November and could return after Christmas. Coach Vinny Del Negro does not expect him to play Monday against Sacramento or Tuesday in New York. The Bulls' next game after that is Dec. 26 against New Orleans.
Analysis: Thomas could return in Fantasy Week 9 (Dec. 21-27), but it won't be in time for him to be activated in weekly Fantasy leagues. He is coming off a lengthy absence and is a player we recommend reserving until he can prove healthy and productive again.
News: There is still no official timetable set for the return of Tyrus Thomas, who is out with an arm injury he suffered on Nov. 6 that was supposed to keep him out 4-6 weeks. He has not returned to practice yet and is unlikely to return within the next week.
Analysis: Thomas is not going to be ready to activate in Fantasy leagues for Week 6 (Nov. 30-Dec. 6) and Fantasy owners will have to continue to monitor his progress. At this point, he'd have to get in some practices and work on his conditioning even after he returns from his injury and Fantasy owners aren't likely to have him for Week 7 as well.
News: Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro said "everything has gone well" with F Tyrus Thomas, who is out for at least a month with a broken left forearm. "It's just a matter of getting him on some cardio program so he can stay in the best condition as you can in this situation," Del Negro said. "But it's going to be awhile."
Analysis: Thomas was starting for the Bulls, but he was making a minimal contribution in Fantasy with the team trying to incorporate several other big men into the rotation. He has upside as a rebounder and shot blocker, but he likely won't serve as more than a No. 4 forward in Fantasy when he returns.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had surgery on his left forearm Saturday, a day after he broke it during a weight-training session. Coach Vinny Del Negro says the operation went well and that Thomas will be re-evaluated Tuesday. Thomas is expected to miss four to six weeks, leaving the Bulls with just 10 healthy players.
Analysis: Thomas' absence could create an opportunity for rookie James Johnson, who had appeared in just one of the first five games. Del Negro says the Bulls also are discussing whether to sign another player. Thomas is averaging 8.3 points and 5.3 rebounds. Think about picking up Johnson or Taj Gibson as the two could fill Thomas' void. When healthy, Thomas is a No. 4 Fantasy option.
News: The Chicago Bulls announced Friday that Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas suffered a fractured radius of his left forearm during a weight training session Friday morning at practice. X-rays confirmed the injury and he will undergo surgery Saturday. Thomas is expected to be out four to six weeks. His absence should create more minutes for Taj Gibson at power forward as well as more minutes for Joakim Noah and Brad Miller.
Analysis: In four games (three starts) this season, Thomas averaged 8.3 ppg, 5.3 rpg and 1.75 bpg in 21.0 mpg. Fantasy owners will have no choice but to stash him away where possible as he'll be out until possibly mid-to-late December. Gibson has played well in the preseason and early on in the regular season and is a great addition off the waiver wire. Miller and Noah should see subtle increases in their production as well.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas played 12 minutes off the bench Thursday at Cleveland, scoring six points. He missed Tuesday's game and Wednesday's practice with the flu. He flew commercial to Cleveland after he was cleared by a doctor. "It was bad, helpless," Thomas said. "Fever, chills, vomiting, I couldn't eat. But I'm better now."
Analysis: Thomas will probably return to the starting lineup now that he's proved his health. He has yet to play 30 minutes in a game -- a trend that might continue since he has to split time with Joakim Noah and Brad Miller -- but he's a good source of rebounds and blocks when on the court. Think of him as a No. 4 Fantasy forward with upside.
News: The Chicago Tribune reports that Tyrus Thomas said he will "try to play" Thursday night in Cleveland. Thomas, who is battling the flu, was on the team flight to Cleveland.
Analysis: Thomas missed Tuesday's home game and Wednesday's practice due to the flu. He was considered doubtful for the game, but it appears he'll try to give it a go on Thursday night. The only thing that is certain with Thomas is that he is not 100 percent and Fantasy owners with a chance to do so should consider reserving him.
News: Against the Bucks on Tuesday, the Bulls played without PF Tyrus Thomas, who was sick at home. Coach Vinny Del Negro said Thomas was sent home from the morning shootaround after seeing trainer Fred Tedeschi. The illness comes on the heels of Thomas staying on the sideline for the entire fourth quarter of a close loss at Miami on Sunday and the deadline for a contract extension passing on Monday. Del Negro said he didn't see Thomas on Tuesday and added if "there's something on his mind, he knows where to find me."
Analysis: Thomas is a good source of rebounds and blocks, but he has yet to play 30 minutes in a game since the Bulls also have to work Joakim Noah and Brad Miller into the mix. He has the upside for more, but he looks like a No. 3 Fantasy forward right now. This illness shouldn't sideline him for more than a game or two.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas got the start on Thursday in the team's opening game against the Spurs on Thursday. He scored 13 points on 5 of 10 shooting in the game and added six rebounds. He also blocked three shots in the game.
Analysis: Thomas will begin the year as a No. 3 Fantasy forward for his rebounds and blocks, but he has the potential to score some points too as he showed on Thursday. As long as he keeps his starting job and keeps up the production, he is worth using in most Fantasy formats.
News: Before the Bulls lost 101-98 to the visiting Magic on Monday, Chicago PF Tyrus Thomas was surprised to find out he was not in the in starting lineup. "I don't think it should even be questionable from what I contributed to this team last season and what I did throughout camp, but like I said, he [Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro] is the guy that makes the decisions. Whatever decision he makes I still have to go out and play," said Thomas, who had 22 points and 13 rebounds in a win over Minnesota on Friday after missing the four previous games with a bruised right hip. In 25 minutes Monday, Thomas finished with 10 points and three rebounds.
Analysis: Thomas will begin the year as a No. 3 Fantasy forward for his rebounds and blocks, but he has the potential to score some points too. He might have to fend off Joakim Noah for minutes, but we fully expect him to start for the Bulls this season.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas, who missed four games with a right hip contusion, was available for Friday's preseason game against Minnesota. He finished the game with 22 points and 13 rebounds in 25 minutes.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging 15.5 points and 8.0 rebounds in two preseason appearances. He is a very talented player with the potential to put up big numbers like this, but he tends to be a very streaky player. Fantasy owners should consider him a viable No. 3 forward with the upside to become much more than that if he could show consistency.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas missed his fourth game of the preseason with a concussion Wednesday at Minnesota, but coach Vinny Del Negro said he should return to practice Thursday.
Analysis: Thomas will likely open the year as the Bulls' starting power forward, but the team has plenty of frontcourt options. He still has breakout potential as a double-digit scorer and rebounder with elite shot-blocking ability, but he's just a low-end No. 3 Fantasy forward to begin the season.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas missed his third game of the preseason Tuesday against the Bucks because of a sore right hip stemming from a charge he took against the Pacers. Coach Vinny Del Negro said Thomas is getting better, and he hopes he can practice Thursday. Del Negro did not rule out Thomas playing Wednesday, saying, "I want to see how he works out before the game."
Analysis: The Bulls have several options for the frontcourt, but Thomas should begin the season as a starter. He still has breakout potential as a double-digit scorer and rebounder with elite shot-blocking ability, but he's just a low-end No. 3 Fantasy forward to begin the season.
News: Chicago's Tyrus Thomas left the Bulls' preseason opener in the third quarter because of a concussion. He is considered day to day.
Analysis: Don't expect to see Thomas in any preseason action until the Bulls feel he is 100 percent. Thomas doesn't need to prove much in the preseason and should have a starting job out of the gate in the regular season, but the Bulls do have several options in the front court -- including the emergence of promising rookie Taj Gibson. We consider Thomas a target as a No. 3 forward in any format, but he's a breakout candidate who could wind up being more.
News: Chicago PF Tyrus Thomas not only did a good job getting to the line, he also did a good job converting his chances while scoring a season-high in points. Thomas went a perfect 14-for-14 from the free throw line in Thursday's 113-99 win over the Sixers, scoring 24 points and grabbing four boards. He scored 10 points in the third quarter and Gordon added seven as the Bulls turned a halftime tie into an 82-72 lead before pulling away for their 13th home win in 14 games.
Analysis: Thomas has been much better than advertised of late, averaging 16.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game over his last five contests. He is coming on strong down the stretch of the regular season and can be considered a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had 18 points, six rebounds and two assists Tuesday against the Knicks. Thomas has now scored at least 18 points in four of his past seven games.
Analysis: Thomas has played well this season and should remain active in all leagues at this time. He's capable of posting double-doubles on a nightly basis and should be considered a No. 3 Fantasy forward.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas was fine for Saturday's game against the Nets after missing Thursday's practice with a shoulder injury. Thomas played 28 minutes and shot 2-of-8 for nine points. He grabbed five rebounds and blocked three shots.
Analysis: Thomas may have been hampered a bit by the shoulder but since he played we expect him to be fine for the stretch run. He's averaging 15 points, six boards and four blocks per night over his last five games and that makes him worth starting in all 12-team and deeper Fantasy leagues as a No. 4 option.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas, who missed practice Thursday with an injured shoulder, will play Saturday against New Jersey, reports the Chicago Sun-Times.
Analysis: It appears safe to keep Thomas active in all leagues against the Nets. When healthy, Thomas is a No. 4 Fantasy option. He is averaging 16.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 3.4 blocks over his last five games.
News: The Chicago Tribune reports that Tyrus Thomas sat out Thursday's practice with an undisclosed injury. His status for Saturday's game against New Jersey is not determined.
Analysis: At the moment, this does not appear to be a serious issue and Fantasy owners should expect him to be available for Saturday's game. However, this will be something to monitor. Thomas will have a couple more days to rest up before Saturday. He is averaging 16.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 3.4 blocks over his last five games and is a solid play in any format.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas keeps scoring more and rebounding less of late. Thomas scored 20 points on Tuesday in a loss at Indiana and grabbed just one rebound. He did have tow blocks and two steals, however. He shot 7-of-10 from the floor.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging 16 points per game over his last five games with eight boards, 3.4 blocks and a steal. Hopefully he begins to rebound in double figures again but right now he's playing at a high level and deserves a look in 12-team and deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas had seven blocks in Saturday's game against Indiana. He also added 18 points and eight rebounds. He failed to record a double-double for the first time in two games.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging 14.8 points, 10.8 rebounds and 3.2 blocks over his last five games. His production has been worthy of a decent No. 2 forward or an excellent No. 3 option, but the Bulls play just two games in the upcoming scoring period and Fantasy owners in cumulative leagues will need to weight their options carefully.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas rose high for the alley-oop and let out a loud roar after a thunderous dunk late in the third quarter of Thursday's 106-87 win over the Heat. Thomas scored 15 points and had 12 rebounds, and he was particularly good in the third, scoring seven points and blocking two shots. "My confidence has always been there," said Thomas, averaging 13.6 points and 11.4 rebounds the past five games and enjoying one of his best stretches.
Analysis: Thomas had been questionable for Thursday's game against the Heat with a neck injury but he was clearly able to produce numbers that were even better than average for him. He has scored 33 points and grabbed 24 boards in his last two games as the Bulls continue to surge. He can be thought of as a solid No. 2 or 3 option at this point.
News: The Chicago Tribune reports that Tyrus Thomas (neck) is a game-time decision for Thursday's game against Miami.
Analysis: Thomas had 18 points, 12 boards and five assists in his last game, playing 40 minutes. He did not seem to be hurt on Tuesday, but Fantasy owners in daily lineup leagues now have to consider him a 50-50 shot Thursday night. He has been a quality No. 2 or 3 forward lately.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had 18 points, 12 rebounds and five assists Tuesday against Detroit. Thomas now has three double-doubles in his past four games,
Analysis: Thomas is averaging 14.2 points and 10.0 rebounds in his past five games. He's worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy forward, and hopefully he can continue with this type of production for the rest of the season.
News: Chicago F Tyrus Thomas was able to record a double-double on Friday against the Thunder in a 103-96 victory. He had 12 points and 11 rebounds in the game, adding three steals to his stat line.
Analysis: Thomas has been a decent contributor with the Bulls and is continuing to break out this season. However, he only seldomly gets double-doubles and is only a low-end No. 3 Fantasy forward at the moment.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had 14 points and 12 rebounds Tuesday at Charlotte. It was his third double-double in his past seven games.
Analysis: Thomas continues to produce and is having a breakout season in his third year. Continue to use Thomas as a No. 3 Fantasy forward and hope for more double-doubles the rest of the season.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had 11 points and three rebounds Tuesday against Orlando. He also added one assist in 24 minutes. Thomas sat for much of the fourth quarter.
Analysis: This could happen quite a bit in the next few games with the Bulls trying to work in new players like Brad Miller and Tim Thomas. For now, keep an eye on what happens with Tyrus Thomas, but consider a low-end No. 3 Fantasy forward at this time.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas had 16 points with five rebounds and no assists in Sunday's game in Indiana. He is averaging 16.4 points and 7.8 rebounds over his last five games.
Analysis: Thomas should benefit from the trade that sent Drew Gooden out of town and that bodes well for a strong finish. Fantasy owners can view him as a solid No. 2 or 3 forward right now.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas played well on Chicago's recent seven-game road trip. Thomas averaged 14.7 points, 9.7 rebounds and 1.85 blocks with five double-doubles -- he missed a sixth by one rebound. He even served as one of the Bulls' primary offensive options down the stretch in Dallas, getting more touches than Luol Deng, reports the Chicago Tribune. "Tyrus has put in a lot of extra work," coach Vinny Del Negro said. "His effort has been good. He's putting up better numbers. He's so athletic and can block shots and get out in the open court. I think he's more comfortable with what we're doing at both ends."
Analysis: With Drew Gooden (groin) still ailing, Thomas has become a focal point for the Bulls and has increased Fantasy value. Consider adding Thomas in all leagues at this time as long as Gooden is out.
News: Chicago PF Tyrus Thomas had been playing at a high level of late but Saturday was a whole other level. Thomas scored 23 points and added 12 rebounds over 45 minutes in an overtime loss at Dallas. Thomas also blocked a shot as he shot 8-of-14 from the field with a three.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging a double-double over his last five games with 15 points and 10 boards. Add that to the 2.2 blocks and 1.2 steals and you have a nice Fantasy player worthy of starting in all formats. Thomas is going to be a stud in this league before his career is over and he's already become a nice Rotisserie option for 12-team and deeper leagues.
News: Bulls starting PF Tyrus Thomas played well again on Tuesday night in a loss at Houston. Thomas shot 5-of-15 from the field for 14 points and added 13 rebounds for his third double-double in five games. He also dished out four assists and blocked three shots. Thomas also hit his first three of the season.
Analysis: Thomas has all the ability in the world to become a top-notch Fantasy player and he's beginning to show signs of realizing that ability. He's averaging 13-9-2 over his last five games with two blocks and two steals and is already a nice Rotisserie option in all leagues.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas had 16 points, 10 rebounds and one assist Wednesday at the Clippers. Thomas is taking advantage of the increased playing time with Drew Gooden (groin) out. Thomas has two double-doubles in his past five games and is averaging 12 points and 6.6 rebounds over that span.
Analysis: Thomas continues to be erractic all season, but is a good short-term option with Gooden out. For now, consider Thomas a No. 4 Fantasy forward until Gooden returns, which could be sometime prior to the All-Star break.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas left Sunday's game in Minnesota with a sprained right ankle in the third quarter after getting tangled with Wolves F Craig Smith while going for a loose ball. He returned in the fourth, finishing the game with 11 points and nine rebounds.
Analysis: With Drew Gooden injured, Thomas has had a chance to step up his production in points and rebounds. There is no indication on when Gooden will return and Thomas can be thought of as a decent No. 4 forward option for the week ahead if a fill in is needed.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas had 19 points and 10 rebounds in Monday's afternoon game at the Knicks. He also blocked three shots. It was just his second double-digit scoring performance in his last six games.
Analysis: With Drew Gooden apparently not 100 percent, he was limited to just 13 minutes off the bench on Monday. Tyrus Thomas and Joakim Noah had a field day in his absence, but Thomas remains too erratic to trust in Fantasy. He has the upside, but is still more of an occasional stopgap for Fantasy purposes despite what this performance would indicate.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas once again flashed his amazing potential on Thursday night in a win over Cleveland. Thomas played 37 minutes and shot 5-for-10 from the field for 15 points. He added seven rebounds and four blocked shots.
Analysis: Thomas is not consistently at this level and that is his problem. He has two games in the last five where he put up big numbers and three with just mediocre stats. Still, with 9-5-2 and 2.4 blocks per game over his last five, he's still worth using in deeper Fantasy leagues.
News: Chicago PF Tyrus Thomas recorded his first double-double since Dec. 23 at Detroit on Friday against the Wizards. Thomas scored 16 points and had 10 rebounds in 35 minutes on the floor. Thomas is averaging 12.2 points and 6.4 rebounds over his last five games for the Bulls.
Analysis: Thomas started the season off hot and has taken until about now to turn things back around for himself. Thomas is a No. 4 option for now but he may be starting to turn the corner.
News: Chicago fell to Minnesota on Saturday, 102-92. The only bright spot for the Bulls was PF Tyrus Thomas, who had 15 points, eight rebounds and an incredible eight blocked shots in 34 minutes as a starter.
Analysis: Thomas is beginning to pick up the slack for the Bulls and is averaging 10.6 points, 5.8 boards and 2.2 blocks per night over his last five games. For now, consider Thomas a No. 4 Fantasy forward and hope this production continues.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas hit the second 3-pointer of his career as the Bulls tried to rally in the last minute Tuesday at Detroit. Thomas returned after missing time last week with a concussion. He played 34 minutes off the bench and finished with 16 points and 12 rebounds.
Analysis: It appears like Thomas is OK, and hopefully he can post similar stat lines like this all the time. For now, consider Thomas a No. 4 Fantasy forward and hope this production continues.
News: Chicago F Tyrus Thomas did not return to the Chicago lineup on Saturday as he is still not recovered from a concussion he endured on Wednesday against the Clippers. He is questionable for Tuesday's game at Detroit.
Analysis: Thomas has fallen out of favor in Chicago and this concussion is only causing his Fantasy ownership to plummet. Leave him on waivers or bench him for Fantasy Week 9 (Dec. 22-28).
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas did not play Friday against the Celtics with a concussion, as he didn't travel with the team. Thomas suffered the injury on Wednesday against the Clippers.
Analysis: Thomas has been a bit of a disappointment this season, making him one of the lower-end options at the forward position. He averages 7.3 points and 5.3 rebounds, which is about all you're usually going to get out of him. Keep him benched even if he does return from the concussion.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas suffered a concussion in the second quarter and did not return Wednesday against the Clippers. He had two points in 6 minutes. Thomas will not make the trip to Boston for Friday's game.
Analysis: For the season, Thomas is averaging 7.3 points and 5.3 rebounds, so he doesn't often have performances like this one. He can play this well for stretches, though, and deserves a look in deeper leagues when he does. He's out right now, though, so keep him on waivers if he's there already.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas continued his up-and-down season with 22 points and nine rebounds in 35 minutes off the bench Tuesday at Charlotte. He had 16 points and five rebounds in 24 minutes off the bench in his last game.
Analysis: For the season, Thomas is averaging 7.3 points and 5.3 rebounds, so he doesn't often have performances like this one. He can play this well for stretches, though, and deserves a look in deeper leagues when he does.
News: Chicago PF Tyrus Thomas had one of his better games on Saturday night against the Nets. Thomas scored 16 points on 6-of-11 shooting after totaling just two points in his previous three games. He added five boards in 24 minutes. Thomas, who has been getting limited playing time, scored eight points and had four rebounds in the first half before hyperextending his neck late in the second quarter. He did return late in the third quarter.
Analysis: Thomas doesn't get consistent minutes but he's shown he's got the ability to score with playing time. Still, until he puts a few of these solid games together he's not going to be worth owning in Fantasy.
News: F Tyrus Thomas has fallen out of favor, just a week after an impressive 14-point, 13-rebound performance against Philadelphia a week ago. Thomas played just five minutes against Washington on Saturday, then never got off the bench against New York Tuesday.
Analysis: If Thomas isn't getting minutes, you don't need him on your Fantasy team. Leave him on waivers until he starts getting more playing time.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas had 14 points and a season-high 13 rebounds Tuesday against the 76ers, giving him only his second double-double this season. He hadn't reached double figures in either category since Nov. 7.
Analysis: Thomas played an unusually high 32 minutes in a game where starter Drew Gooden struggled. Thomas has the potential to produce these games from time to time, but he can never play at that level for long. Leave him on waivers in Fantasy unless this kind of performance becomes a trend.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas played 34 minutes off the bench on Thursday night against the Mavericks but was limited to just eight points. Thomas was 2-for-5 from the field and added eight rebounds and two blocks.
Analysis: Thomas hasn't scored in double figures in three games and he's not rebounding at an extravagant pace, either. He is a good source for blocks, but Fantasy owners are craving more than what they are getting. He has the potential to serve as a No. 4 Fantasy forward but for now is probably not worth using in Fantasy.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas, who has struggled from the field all season, including a 2-for-17 performance Friday, played only 17 minutes Monday at Orlando. He finished with seven points and six rebounds, shooting 3-for-7 from the field.
Analysis: Thomas opened the season with a double-double and also has a five-block game, so he clearly has talent. The Bulls remain skeptical, though, meaning you should too if you own him in Fantasy. He has the potential to serve as a No. 4 Fantasy forward, but keep an eye no how the Bulls split time between him and Andres Nocioni.
News: Chicago F Tyrus Thomas started and played 41 minutes in the Bulls' opening win over Milwaukee Tuesday. Thomas, the LSU product, scored 15 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. He also blocked a shot and was 5-of-10 from the floor.
Analysis: Thomas remains mostly a No. 4 Fantasy forward. He has the upside to outperform that, but is in a crowded front court that also features Joakim Noah and Andres Nocioni off the bench.
News: The Chicago Tribune reports that Thabo Sefolosha will start alongside rookie Derrick Rose in the season-opener Tuesday night against Milwaukee. Coach Vinny Del Negro said his other starters are Luol Deng and Tyrus Thomas at forward and Drew Gooden at center. "I just felt it gave us some good size in the backcourt," Del Negro said.
Analysis: Thomas played just under four minutes in Friday's preseason finale against Milwaukee due to continued swelling in his left ankle, but this makes it sound like he will play. That makes him a safe start for Fantasy Week 1 (Oct. 27-Nov. 2) as a No. 4 forward. He has the upside to outperform that, but is in a crowded front court that also features Joakim Noah and Andres Nocioni off the bench.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas played just under four minutes in Friday's preseason finale against Milwaukee due to continued swelling in his left ankle. He is considered questionable for Tuesday's regular season opener against the Bucks.
Analysis: Thomas has always had double-double potential, but he ended up spending most of last season on the bench even though he was projected to start. Now, with Joakim Noah the projected starter, his appeal in Fantasy is limited to begin the season. We don't recommend starting him in any leagues just yet.
News: The Chicago Bulls exercised contract options for the 2009-10 season on forward Tyrus Thomas, guard Thabo Sefolosha and center Joakim Noah on Friday. Now that Larry Hughes will miss 6-8 weeks due to the dislocated shoulder he suffered in Wednesday's preseason game, Sefolosha moves up the depth chart as well.
Analysis: Thomas has always had double-double potential, but he ended up spending most of last season on the bench even though he was projected to start. Now, with Joakim Noah the projected starter, Thomas might end up fighting his way back into the lineup. Consider him very low-end in Fantasy for now.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas missed his first game of the preseason Wednesday against Minnesota after tweaking his right ankle on Tuesday at Dallas. Thomas played through the injury, but experienced swelling after the game so coach Vinny Del Negro chose to hold him out on Wednesday as a precaution.
Analysis: Thomas has always had double-double potential, but he ended up spending most of last season on the bench even though he was projected to start. Now, with Joakim Noah the projected starter, Thomas might end up fighting his way back into the lineup. Consider him nothing more than a late-round flier in Fantasy right now.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas got another preseason start Tuesday at Dallas, bumping Drew Gooden over to center. Thomas had a double-double, finishing with 10 points and 12 rebounds on 3-of-10 shooting.
Analysis: Thomas has always had double-double potential, but he ended up spending most of last season on the bench even though he was projected to start. Now, with Joakim Noah the projected starter, Thomas might end up fighting his way back into the lineup. Consider him nothing more than a late-round flier in Fantasy right now.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas saw only a slight increase in his numbers during his second NBA season. He appeared in 74 games, starting 27 of them. As a starting power forward, he did average 10.2 points and 6.6 rebounds.
Analysis: Thomas was stuck in a cluster of big men in Chicago and didn't really get the chance to stand out despite some flashes of substance in his first two NBA seasons. Perhaps a new coach in 2008-09 will bode well for him breaking out in his third NBA season. The raw talent and athletic ability is there, but the opportunity for a breakout hasn't yet presented itself. For that reason, consider him a late-round sleeper pick in Fantasy drafts again in 2008-09.
News: Despite a disappointing season, both personally and team-wide, Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas is hoping the Bulls have faith in a future with Thomas and Joakim Noah playing together inside. "I honestly can say I'd spend the rest of my career with him," Thomas said of Noah in the Sports Xchange. "Me and him in the frontcourt, I think it will work. Honestly, I want to be here. I love the fans, love the city -- except in the winter. I love the organization, the things they do outside of the court. I honestly want to be here. Ultimately, that's not really my decision. We'll see what happens."
Analysis: Thomas and Noah are the future of the Bulls frontcourt, along with the injured Drew Gooden (abdominal), who is out for the season. Look for Thomas and Noah to get extended looks down the stretch and consider Thomas a low-end Fantasy option heading into 2008-09 depending on his playing status.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas was held to two points, seven rebounds and an assist in Thursday's win at Cleveland. He is averaging 8.6 ppg, 5.0 rpg and 1.0 apg over his last five games.
Analysis: Thomas has been in the starting lineup with Drew Gooden sidelined, but Gooden's status is undetermined for the final week of the season and that makes Thomas a very risky play in Fantasy.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas scored all seven points Thursday from the free-throw line. He went 7 of 8 from the line after missing all four shots from the field. He also had five rebounds in 15 minutes off the bench. Thomas came into the game with just seven free-throw attempts in his previous five games.
Analysis: Thomas had been playing some of his best basketball before a team-imposed two-game suspension popped up. Since then, his production is down even though the team says it has nothing to do with the disciplinary action. Thomas has not lived up to his potential and remains a very low-end Fantasy forward.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas was back on the court Sunday against the Pistons after missing two-game because of a team-imposed suspension. Thomas, however, didn't contribute much. He had one point and one rebound in four minutes off the bench.
Analysis: The second-year forward has been playing some of his best basketball ever since the Bulls dumped Ben Wallace. He is splitting time at center and power forward, but is posting some decent numbers. Still, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy forward when active.
News: Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas would not reveal his reasons for skipping Wednesday's practice, but said a recent drop in playing time had nothing to do with it. Thomas was a no-show after playing just under nine foul-plagued minutes in Tuesday's win over Memphis, drawing a two-game suspension from the team that started when Chicago hosted Cleveland on Thursday.
Analysis: It was the second time in three games he played fewer than 10 minutes. "That wasn't the reason for me missing practice," he said. Thomas said he had a "nice, long conversation" with interim coach Jim Boylan that "broke some barriers." With his recent drop in playing time, Fantasy owners should consider Thomas an unreliable Fantasy option once more.
News: The Chicago Bulls suspended forward Tyrus Thomas for two games after missing practice on Wednesday. Thomas, a former first-round pick who is averaging 6.3 points and 4.6 rebounds in his second season, will serve the punishment when the Bulls host Cleveland Thursday and visit Boston on Friday.
Analysis: The second-year forward has been playing some of his best basketball ever since the Bulls dumped Ben Wallace. He is splitting time at center and power forward, but is posting some decent numbers. Still, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy forward when active.
News: The Chicago Tribune reports the Bulls discussed replacing Tyrus Thomas in the starting lineup with Drew Gooden for a week before making the switch Sunday at Cleveland. The move sounds permanent. "Drew is a physical presence around the basket," interim coach Jim Boylan said. "Going forward, I feel we need that at the start of games."
Analysis: This doesn't spell doom for the Fantasy value of Thomas, though, as he is expected to play significant minutes off the bench. Thomas managed 12 points and 7 rebounds off the bench Sunday against Cleveland, adding 2 blocks, a steal and an assist. There appears to be enough to go around for both players for now.
News: The Bulls moved Drew Gooden into the starting lineup and Tyrus Thomas to the bench Sunday at Cleveland. Gooden finished with 11 points and 10 rebounds while Thomas had 12 points and 7 rebounds off the bench. Thomas also blocked 2 shots and added a steal.
Analysis: For the most part, there appears to be enough to go around between Gooden and Thomas. They've both had around these numbers since the trade that brought Gooden over from Cleveland and both players remain decent starts as No. 3 Fantasy forwards as long as the minutes remain steady.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas remained a started Monday at Dallas, scoring 9 points with 5 rebounds and a steal in 27 minutes of play. Drew Gooden came off the bench and scored 17 points with 8 rebounds in 37 minutes of play.
Analysis: For the moment, there appears to be room for both players to be productive. Gooden has the better upside down the stretch, but Thomas is the more athletically gifted player. As long as he continues to see around 25-30 minutes, he can be useful as a low-end starter in Fantasy.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas, possibly heading for a bench role with Drew Gooden in town, made a case to remain in the starting lineup Sunday at Houston. He had a team-leading 18 points, six rebounds and five assists in 26 minutes.
Analysis: Don't get too attached to these types of numbers from Thomas. He is capable, sure, but he likely will go to the bench once Gooden gets acclimated to his new team. While Thomas does stand to see a bit of a Fantasy boost under the new scheme of things in Chicago, he will have to battle for minutes behind Gooden.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas started at power forward Friday against Denver in a 135-121 win over the Nuggets. He scored 18 points with 11 rebounds while shooting 9-for-13 from the field. He added 4 assists, 3 blocks and 2 steals.
Analysis: Don't get too attached to these types of numbers from Thomas. He is capable, sure, but started on Friday only because Drew Gooden was not available after he was acquired in a deal at the trade deadline. While Thomas does stand to see a bit of a Fantasy boost under the new scheme of things in Chicago, he will have to battle for minutes behind Gooden.
News: The Cavaliers acquired center Ben Wallace and forward Wally Szczerbiak in a three-way trade involving 11 players that was completed shortly before Thursday's deadline. The Cavaliers sent guard Larry Hughes, forwards Drew Gooden and Cedric Simmons, and guard Shannon Brown to Chicago for Wallace and forward Joe Smith. Cleveland acquired Szczerbiak and guard Delonte West from Seattle for forwards Ira Newble and Donyell Marshall. He also gets Chicago's second-round pick in 2009. The SuperSonics will also receive guard Adrian Griffin from the Bulls. All of these moves could result in more playing time for Tyrus Thomas.
Analysis: What does this mean for Thomas? It should mean more playing time for him behind Drew Gooden if the team looks to him to provide an offensive spark from the power spot. He likely still will have to battle Andres Nocioni and Joakim Noah for minutes, though.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas started Thursday against the Heat in place of Ben Wallace, who was out because of personal reasons. Thomas didn't disappoint as he had 10 points, 12 rebounds and four blocks. It was his fourth double-double of the season and the four blocks were a season high.
Analysis: Thomas showed the type of potential Thursday that made him a top five pick in 2006. Wallace is not doing much this season, but likely will remain in the starting lineup in the second half. That hurts Thomas, who will likely play sparingly. He remains just a low-end Fantasy flier and long-term keeper at this stage.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas had 15 points with 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks and an assist in Thursday's win at Golden State. It was his highest point total since he had 19 points on Nov. 8 vs. Detroit.
Analysis: Thomas has been enjoying more playing time the last few games with the team banged up with injuries. He's not going to be a consistent source for points and rebounds, but he can produce decent lines like this one when given the playing time.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas returned to the lineup Wednesday against the Trail Blazers after missing one game with a sprained foot. He played for 14 minutes off the bench, and finished with eight points as he hit both of his field goals and all four of his free throws. He also had one rebound in the game.
Analysis: Thomas has become almost irrelevant in Fantasy this season, playing a minimal role in the Bulls' rotation. Leave him on waivers in all but the deepest of leagues. The former LSU star has yet to hit his stride in the NBA.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas missed Monday's game at Seattle because of a sprained left foot.
Analysis: Thomas has become almost irrelevant in Fantasy this season, playing a minimal role in the Bulls' rotation. Leave him on waivers in all but the deepest of leagues.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas recorded a rare double-double -- for him -- off the bench in Sunday afternoon's loss to Phoenix. He had 10 points with 11 rebounds and also added two steals and two blocks while playing 32 minutes off the bench.
Analysis: Thomas had just one other double-double this season and he'd been irrelevant in Fantasy play for some time. Injuries to Luol Deng and Ben Gordon made him slightly more active in Sunday's game, but we still don't recommend activating him in Fantasy. He's a talented athlete and he's certainly worth an add, but don't activate him just yet.
News: With Luol Deng sidelined by an Achilles' problem, Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas played more of a role Saturday against the Kings, scoring 14 points to go along with nine rebounds. He played 23 minutes.
Analysis: Fantasy owners love Thomas for his raw athletic ability and general upside, but the Bulls don't seem to have much faith in him these days. Unless his performance Saturday earned him a better spot in the rotation, expect him to fade back into Fantasy obscurity once Deng returns.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas played just over three minutes off the bench in Thursday's overtime loss to Portland. He scored two points and picked up two fouls.
Analysis: Fantasy owners love Thomas for his raw athletic ability and general upside, but the Bulls don't seem to have much faith in him these days. He's been fazed out of the team's rotation and hasn't played more than six minutes in six straight games.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas had 14 points with six rebounds, two assists, two steals and three blocks in Wednesday's win at Washington. He's scored in double figures in back-to-back games.
Analysis: Prior to these two games, Thomas hadn't cracked 10 points since Nov. 8 vs. Detroit. He hasn't been getting many shot attempts, but saw 13 of them on Wednesday. Perhaps this is the start of a hot streak and Fantasy owners should take advantage in larger formats.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas returned from his one-game suspension Tuesday against the Lakers. He came off the bench, though, contributing 10 points, six rebounds and four assists.
Analysis: The good news for Fantasy owners is that Thomas is back. The bad news is that he hasn't been playing well enough to activate anyway. With an average of just over six points and five rebounds per game, keep him reserved.
News: Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas was suspended for one game and Indiana Pacers forward Troy Murphy was fined $10,000 for fighting. Thomas will serve his suspension Friday when the Bulls host the New York Knicks.
Analysis: The good news for Fantasy owners is that Thomas will get the suspension out of the way immediately and should be a safe start for the upcoming scoring period. The bad news is that Thomas has been playing poorly of late, so you may not want to activate him anyway.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas' status for Friday's game against the New York Knicks remained in question Thursday as NBA officials reviewed his altercation with Indiana Pacers forward Troy Murphy, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Analysis: Both players were ejected in the second quarter of the Bulls' 117-102 loss Wednesday at Indiana. A one-game suspension for Thomas is possible because he made contact with Murphy's head during the shoving match initiated by Murphy, who pushed Thomas twice before the Bulls forward pushed back. The league looks at contact above the shoulders seriously to protect the players. It appears Thomas should be reserved in daily Fantasy leagues just in case.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas and Pacers F/C Troy Murphy are both likely to receive suspensions from their NBA after they were ejected for fighting Wednesday.
Analysis: The suspensions may not be handed out until next Monday and both players will have a chance to appeal the suspensions, so there is no need to reserve them immediately.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas scored in single digits for the 12th straight game on Tuesday night as he managed only eight points in Chicago's rout of Seattle.
Analysis: Thomas is averaging only 6.5 points and 5.2 rebounds this season, which makes him basically useless in the majority of Fantasy leagues. Leave him on your bench or the wire until he gets some more playing time and can prove he is able to contribute.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas scored four points with eight rebounds and an assist in Sunday's loss at Toronto. Thomas has failed to score in double digits since Nov. 8 vs. Detroit.
Analysis: That's a span of seven games and he hasn't reached double digits in rebounding since that game either. Thomas is starting, but has not played more than 17 minutes since Nov. 15. Until his playing time increases -- which will happen when his play improves -- he should be reserved in most Fantasy leagues.
News: Bulls SF Andres Nocioni got the start at power forward Thursday in place of Tyrus Thomas. Thomas played 22 minutes off the bench and finished with five points and five rebounds.
Analysis: The experiment seemed to work well for the Bulls on Thursday, although it still resulted in a loss. At the moment, Nocioni has pushed Thomas aside and is once again a very quality start in Fantasy play. Thomas should be reserved for the time being, but is worth owning in most leagues of 10 or more teams due to the fickle nature of the Bulls rotation at the moment.
News: According to the Chicago Tribune, Bulls coach Scott Skiles will likely insert SF Andres Nocioni into his starting lineup Thursday against the Suns in place of Tyrus Thomas.
Analysis: Thomas is playing twice as much this season as he was last season and apart from his 47.1 percent success rate from the line, he's not playing that poorly. This move just seems like Skiles is trying to produce a spark from his team and sometimes starting lineup changes can have that effect. Thomas will certainly see some time off the bench, but you might want to reserve him for now until it's clear exactly how much time he will get and if the benching will affect his play any.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas (foot) was able to play in Wednesday's preseason opener at New Jersey. He finished 1-for-7 from th field with just four points. He added six rebounds.
Analysis: Thomas injured his foot in the final preseason game and may not have been 100 percent on Wednesday. Monitor his status in the first week of the season. Thomas is a breakout candidate this season now that he's the starting power forward.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas left Wednesday's preseason game vs. Milwaukee with a right foot injury. X-rays taken after the game were negative and he is considered day to day.
Analysis: Thomas is now questionable for the team's first game of the regular season Nov. 1 at Miami. He is expected to play a big role in Chicago's front court and is a great start in most Fantasy formats as a low-end starter when healthy. Monitor this injury as lineup deadline near.
News: Bulls PF Tyrus Thomas put up nine points and had eight rebounds in 23 minutes of play Friday at Toronto. He shot 3-of-6 from the floor and 3-of-4 from the line.
Analysis: Thomas averaged 5.2 ppg and 3.7 rpg in 72 appearances during his rookie season. He also averaged 1.1 bpg. He showed throughout his rookie season that he'll be a force in this league. at only age 20, though, he'll need to do some maturing both physically and mentally before he can be a regular factor. Look to draft him in the late rounds as a sleeper, but his best years are still ahead.
News: Luol Deng scored 18 points and Tyrus Thomas added 13 points and seven rebounds to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 100-92 exhibition victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night.
Analysis: Thomas averaged 5.2 ppg and 3.7 rpg in 72 appearances during his rookie season. He also averaged 1.1 bpg. He showed throughout his rookie season that he'll be a force in this league. The problem is that he is only 20 and he'll need to do some maturing both physically and mentally before he can be a regular factor. Look to draft him in the late rounds as a sleeper, but his best years are still ahead.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas averaged 5.2 ppg and 3.7 rpg in 72 appearances during his rookie season. He also averaged 1.1 bpg.
Analysis: Thomas averaged 9.4 ppg during the month of March and showed throughout the season that he'll be a force in this league. The problem is that he is only 20 and he'll need to do some maturing both physically and mentally before he can be a regular factor. Look to draft him in the late rounds as a sleeper, but his best years are still ahead.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas skipped Friday's win over New Jersey due to illness. He was back against the Raptors, but relatively quiet with five points and five rebounds in 20 minutes. He left the game with a knee injury, but was able to return.
Analysis: The knee doesn't appear to be an issue and he will play Tuesday vs. Boston. The rookie has taken the role of Andres Nocioni, who returned to action Sunday, and should remain a regular part of the rotation down the stretch. Start him as a No. 3 or 4 forward.
News: In the fourth quarter Wednesday, forward Tyrus Thomas and Pistons guard Richard Hamilton were both ejected after a minor altercation. A 24-year-old fan from suburban Detroit was arrested for throwing an object, which appeared to be a tube of lip balm that struck Thomas in the face as he walked toward the tunnel. Thomas did not react to the fans.
Analysis: Thomas had 13 points and eight rebounds against the Pistons. Hopefully he won't be suspended, but continue to monitor his status.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas has averaged 16.0 points, 8.7 rebounds and 30.7 minutes in his last three games.
Analysis: Thomas is seeing playing time in the fourth quarter that he wasn't getting earlier in the season. If he's available, Thomas is worth adding as an injury replacement for the final weeks of the season. He's a must-own in keeper leagues already.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas has been playing more often during crunch time. He hit the winning basket in the final second against Denver on March 22. He scored a team-high eight points in the fourth quarter of a win over Detroit on Thursday. Then the 6-foot-9 rarely left the court in the second half of Saturday's overtime loss to Cleveland and finished with a career-high 27 points. "I would always lean toward putting the veteran player back in the game, just to keep the young guys away from making critical mistakes that could hurt their confidence," coach Scott Skiles said. "But at the same time, we've got to give him some leeway, because he can make plays out there."
Analysis: Thomas has been up-and-down all season, which is to be expected from a rookie. Now, he's currently on an upswing and can be useful in leagues of 12-plus teams as a potential injury-replacement option for the final two-plus weeks of the regular season.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas was the Bulls' leading scorer in the fourth quarter Thursday night, scoring eight points in the win over the Pistons. He finished with his second double-double of the season, getting 13 points and 10 rebounds.
Analysis: Thomas has been inconsistent as a rookie. Fantasy GMs in all keeper leagues should own him, but he is far too erratic to rely on during the Fantasy playoffs.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas is averaging 3.4 fouls per game this month after picking up five in just 15 minutes against the Pacers on Sunday.
Analysis: Thomas has been inconsistent as a rookie. Fantasy GMs in all keeper leagues should own him, but he is far too erratic to rely on during the Fantasy playoffs.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas grabbed a season-high 11 rebounds, in addition to scoring the game-winner, in Thursday's win over Denver. He also added nine points.
Analysis: Thomas has been inconsistent as a rookie, but maybe this is a sign of things to come. Consider him a low-end Fantasy option for now but keep an eye on his progress with the Fantasy playoffs approaching.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas has seen his playing time increase in recent weeks, and that seems to be helping the Bulls. They are 18-3 when the 6-foot-9 rookie plays at least 15 minutes. "You always want to play, but it's a process," Thomas said. "You've got to understand you go from the top of the totem pole (in college) back down to the bottom. That's the way it is. I'm not going to say it was frustrating. It's a part of the process you normally have to go through. I hope I can keep improving and making my way up that totem pole."
Analysis: Despite the extra minutes, Thomas' Fantasy value is limited to the largest of leagues and keeper formats at this point. Take a flier on him if possible in case he gets going offensively. Fantasy GMs in all keeper leagues should own him.
News: A day after rookie forward Tyrus Thomas scored a career-high 23 points against Boston, coach Scott Skiles was asked if he'd consider moving Thomas into the starting lineup. Skiles said he wouldn't rule it out, but didn't seem sold on the idea, either. "I know it's easy to look at two or three games lately and say, 'He could have been doing this all along. Why weren't they playing him?'" Skiles said. "I would counter that by saying, 'That's a valid point. And another valid point may be he's being brought along at just the right time.'"
Analysis: Despite the offensive outburst, Thomas' Fantasy value is limited to the largest of leagues and keeper formats at this point. Take a flier on him if possible in case he gets that promotion and Fantasy GMs in all keeper leagues should own him.
News: Ben Wallace had 19 points and 16 rebounds and rookie Tyrus Thomas scored a career-high 23 points as the Chicago Bulls beat the Celtics 95-87 on Tuesday night.
Analysis: Despite the offensive outburst, Thomas' Fantasy value is limited to the largest of leagues and keeper formats at this point.
News: Tyrus Thomas' streak of playing at least 20 minutes ended against the Magic Thursday when he spent 15 minutes on the floor, collecting six points and two blocks.
Analysis: Thomas has the type of athletic ability to thrive now that he is seeing somewhat regular minutes. Think about adding him as a No. 3 or 4 forward in deeper leagues if he's available.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas has played more than 20 minutes for three consecutive games. He was the first player off the bench on Wednesday at Miami.
Analysis: Thomas has the type of athletic ability to thrive now that he is seeing regular minutes. Think about adding him as a No. 3 or 4 forward in deeper leagues if he's available.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas got the fourth start of his rookie season on Friday against New Orleans. He finished with 10 points, seven rebounds, three blocks and seven turnovers.
Analysis: He also had a monster dunk that you may have seen on the highlight shows. Thomas has enormous upside, but won't be able to realize his potential until get earns a bigger role off the bench. Consider taking a flier on him in larger leagues, but he's still mostly just a keeper league option.
News: Tyrus Thomas tied a career high with 14 points to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 113-83 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. Thomas also had six rebounds in the game. He has scored 14 points on three occassions this season.
Analysis: Thomas, who competed in the dunk contest in Las Vegas last weekend, is still developing into a useful Fantasy forward. Consider taking a flier on him in larger leagues, but he's still mostly just a keeper league option.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas totaled just 15 points in four games this week, including seven points off the bench Sunday at Detroit.
Analysis: Thomas, who competed in the dunk contest in Las Vegas last weekend, is still developing into a useful Fantasy forward. Consider taking a flier on him in larger leagues, but he's still mostly just a keeper league option.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas averaged just 3.6 ppg and 2.9 heading into the All-Star break.
Analysis: Thomas, who competed in the dunk contest in Las Vegas, is still developing into a useful Fantasy forward. Consider taking a flier on him in larger leagues, but he's still mostly just a keeper league option.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas started against Phoenix in place of the injured P.J. Brown and collected eight points and three blocks in the first half.
Analysis: This is just a temporary start for Thomas. Keep him reserved in all formats. He has minimal Fantasy at this time.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas turned his right ankle while going in for an uncontested dunk at Sacramento on Thursday. But he played 11 minutes a day later against Golden State.
Analysis: Thomas is not a valuable Fantasy option at this time. He should only be owned in long-term keeper leagues.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas (ankle) returned to the team's lineup Friday against the Warriors.
Analysis: Thomas is not a valuable Fantasy option at this time. He should only be owned in long-term keeper leagues.
News: Headed for a breakaway dunk in the fourth quarter Thursday at Sacramento, Chicago rookie Tyrus Thomas turned his ankle and missed the shot, then left the game for good. Thomas played 13 minutes and had seven points and four rebounds.
Analysis: This could hurt Thomas in the slam dunk contest, which he didn't seem too interested in participating in anyway. Keep Thomas reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he proves he can play.
News: The Chicago Bulls fined forward Tyrus Thomas $10,000 on Tuesday, one day after the rookie said he only was interested in the prize money at the NBA's slam dunk contest. He later apologized "for any negative feelings that may have been caused by my comments." Thomas was quoted in Tuesday's editions of the Chicago Tribune as saying: "I'm just going to go out there, get my check and call it a day." When asked if being around some of the game's greats could be beneficial for a rookie, he responded, "I'm just into the free money. That's it. I'll just do whatever when I get out there." The winner of the Feb. 17 event in Las Vegas gets $35,000. The runner-up earns $22,500, with the third and fourth-place finishers getting $16,125. Joining Thomas are defending champion Nate Robinson of New York, Orlando All-Star Dwight Howard and Boston's Gerald Green.
Analysis: Thomas has appeared in 41 games, averaging 3.5 points and 2.7 rebounds. He is only worth owning in keeper leagues at this point.
News: Bulls rookie F Tyrus Thomas had three points and four rebounds in 14 minutes off the bench Thursday against the Mavs.
Analysis: Thomas has returned to his reserve role since Ben Wallace came back from his two-game absence earlier this month. Thomas still has great upside, but he continues to do very little to warrant use in seasonal leagues. Continue to keep him stored away in keeper leagues.
News: Bulls rookie F Tyrus Thomas got another start in place of Ben Wallace on Monday against the Spurs. He finished the game with eight points, eight rebounds and five blocked shots.
Analysis: Wallace is considered day-to-day, so Thomas role as a starter will be short-lived. The Bulls, and pretty much everyone in the league, are expecting great things from Thomas. However, it is a more long-term investment, then it is a short-term fix. Thomas is only worth owning as a keeper or in deep Fantasy leagues.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas was pressed into a starting role on Saturday with Ben Wallace out with a back injury. The rookie out of LSU had six points, four rebounds and two assists in 20 minutes.
Analysis: Wallace is considered day-to-day, so Thomas role as a starter will be short-lived. The Bulls, and pretty much everyone in the league, are expecting great things from Thomas. However, it is a more long-term investment, then it is a short-term fix. Thomas is only worth owning as a keeper or in deep Fantasy leagues.
News: Bulls rookie F Tyrus Thomas has sat out two of the last three games, and coach Scott Skiles discussed why the No. 4 pick in last year's draft hasn't played more. "Tyrus has the incredible length and athleticism, but so far he hasn't used it enough," Skiles said. "We need him to come flying into the game and get all over the glass."
Analysis: The Bulls, and pretty much everyone in the league, are expecting great things from Thomas. However, it is a more long-term investment, then it is a short-term fix. Thomas is only worth owning as a keeper or in deep Fantasy leagues.
News: Neither Bulls guard Thabo Sefolosha nor forward Tyrus Thomas played against the Rockets on Monday. "The question isn't wouldn't we like to get both those guys in there for a little while, the question is for whom?" coach Scott Skiles said. "If I'm going to play Tyrus, he is going to take minutes away from [Luol Deng] and [Andres] Nocioni. We try to work them in on nights when we have foul trouble. Somebody has got to give up minutes to get those guys on the floor."
Analysis: Sefolosha has minimal Fantasy value at this time, and Thomas is only worth owning as a keeper or in deep Fantasy leagues.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas didn't record any positive statistics during the six minutes he was on the court against the Knicks on Friday.
Analysis: Thomas hasn't been heard from much since a stellar game on opening night at Miami. He has a nice future ahead of him, but it's way ahead of him.
News: Bulls F Forward Tyrus Thomas has played a total of just nine minutes in the last four games. Prior to that, the rookie from LSU had a stretch of averaging nine points and six rebounds in three games.
Analysis: Thomas doesn't seem to be a key role player for the Bulls to start the season and shouldn't be starting in most formats. He still has great potential, but it might be a while until he gets a chance to show it.
News: Bulls F Tyrus Thomas (ankle) returned to action on Saturday, a day after missing a game with a sprained ankle.
Analysis: Thomas is still trying to get adjusted to life in the NBA and should not be starting in any Fantasy format at this time. He remains a solid long-term option, but will have to get more consistent before becoming a reliable Fantasy option. It doesn't appear as though his ankle sprain is too serious.
News: Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas was available Friday despite a sprained right ankle, but did not play against the Raptors.
Analysis: Thomas is still trying to get adjusted to life in the NBA and should not be starting in any Fantasy format at this time. He remains a solid long-term option, but will have to get more consistent before becoming a reliable Fantasy option. It doesn't appear as though his ankle sprain is too serious.
News: Forward Tyrus Thomas is going to have to work his way back into the rotation after missing time with a broken nose. The 6-foot-9 rookie played less than three minutes against the Pacers on Saturday.
Analysis: Thomas doesn't seem to be a key role player for the Bulls to start the season and shouldn't be starting in most formats. He still has great potential, but it might be a while until he gets a chance to show it.
News: Bulls rookie F Tyrus Thomas played for 33 minutes on Thursday against the Cavs. He scored nine points on 4-of-9 shooting from the field. He also had three rebounds.
Analysis: Thomas doesn't seem to be a key role player for the Bulls to start the season and shouldn't be starting in most formats. He still has great potential, but it might be a while until he gets a chance to show it.
News: Bulls rookie F Tyrus Thomas (nose) was able to play Friday against the Kings playing for six minutes and scoring two points. He also had one rebound.
Analysis: Thomas doesn't seem to be a key role player for the Bulls to start the season and shouldn't be starting in most formats. He still has great potential, but it might be a while until he gets a chance to show it.
News: Bulls Rookie Tyrus Thomas was not with the team Wednesday after breaking his nose going for a rebound in Tuesday's opener against Miami.
Analysis: Consider him doubftul for Nov. 3 vs. Sacramento. When healthy, he is still only worth starting in larger Fantasy leagues of 12 or more teams as a short-term replacement.
News: Thomas, the first-round pick out of LSU, made just one of his four shot attempts in Tuesday night's regular season opener at Miami. He finished with four points, five rebounds, two assists and two blocks.
Analysis: Thomas and the Bulls will be back in action on Wednesday at Orlando. While he had a decent opener, he is still only worth starting in larger Fantasy leagues of 12 or more teams.
News: The Bulls bench will consist of G Chris Duhon, G Thabo Sefolosha, G Andre Barrett, G Adrian Griffin, F Andres Nocioni, forward Tyrus Thomas, forward Viktor Khryapa, forward Malik Allen, center Michael Sweetney, center Luke Schenscher and center Martynas Andriuskevicius to start the season.
Analysis: Duhon is a player with a lot of upside, but has been unable to turn that into statistical success at this stage of his career. We think Nocioni will be a breakout player that could be selected in the early rounds come 2007. As for the rest of these players, the key will be to monitor the rotation the Bulls use in the early going. With so many viable options to go to, we fear that they may cancel each other out.
News: Rookie forward Tyrus Thomas was solid at the Orlando summer league in July, averaging 16.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in five games.
Analysis: He has an NBA body already and he has some perimeter skills. He should be someone to target in deep keeper formats, but will find it hard to play regular minutes.
News: The Chicago Bulls signed first-round draft picks Tyrus Thomas and Thabo Sefolosha on Tuesday. Details of the contracts were not disclosed. The 6-foot-9 Thomas, who LSU to the Final Four and averaged 12.3 points and nine rebounds as a redshirt freshman, was drafted No. 4 overall by Portland and then traded to the Bulls. Chicago, which had the No. 2 pick overall took LaMarcus Aldridge and shipped him to the Trail Blazers in the trade that also brought Viktor Khryapa to the Bulls.
Analysis: He has an NBA body already and he has some perimeter skills. The Bulls add to their stable of strong young players in the Windy City.
News: Thomas was selected by the Portland Trailblazers in Wednesday's NBA draft. His rights, along with forward Viktor Khryapa and future considerations have been traded to the Chicago Bulls for the rights to second pick forward LaMarcus Aldridge.
Analysis: Thomas will be a strong Fantasy player depending on whether the Bulls are able to move Tyson Chandler or not. Regardless, he has an NBA body already and he has some perimeter skills. The Bulls add to their stable of strong young players in the Windy City.
