Chicago Bulls Get Good News With Injury Report vs Knicks

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 18: Nic Claxton #33 of the Brooklyn Nets in action against the Miami Heat at Barclays Center on December 18, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Heat won 106-95. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

When the Chicago Bulls pay a visit to the New York Knicks, they could get a notable front court upgrade with the veteran center, Nic Claxton.

All season long, the Bulls have been waiting for Claxton’s status to change. Dealing with a hamstring strain, the big man has been working towards his season debut.

It’s not guaranteed to happen at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night, but Claxton has been upgraded on the injury report to questionable against the Knicks.

“Nic Claxton (hamstring) has been upgraded to questionable ahead of tomorrow night at MSG,” Joel Lorenzi reported on X.

“He’s been practicing with the team, and sounds like he’s holding up without setbacks. Splitter wouldn’t indicate when they’d target his return, but he appears close.”

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Oklahoma City Thunder v Brooklyn Nets — GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 18: Nic Claxton #33 of the Brooklyn Nets in action during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Barclays Center on March 18, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Thunder won 121-92. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

The Bulls aren’t exactly off to a shocking start.

Being a team centered around young talent, the Bulls knew that the 2026-2027 NBA season could come with some notable early struggles, especially without a guy like Claxton in the mix.

Following a 126-107 beatdown against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Bulls are off to a 1-6 start to the season.

Brooklyn Nets v Golden State Warriors — GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Nic Claxton #33 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after being fouled during action against the Golden State Warriors in the first half at Chase Center on March 25, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kelley L Cox/Getty Images)

Over the offseason, the Bulls added Claxton through the trade market. He brings seven seasons of experience to the table.

Since 2019, Claxton has played for the Brooklyn Nets. He started in 297 of 380 games. The veteran center posted averages of 10.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks throughout his tenure with the Nets.

Now, Claxton will get a chance to battle with a young Bulls team. Playing out the final two years of his deal with the Bulls, it’s unclear what the future holds for the veteran. All the Bulls are focused on at the moment is getting on the right track and getting Claxton on the floor for his debut.