Bulls' Yabusele Exits Wizards Game with Shoulder Injury

Chicago forward leaves second straight matchup against Washington due to injury

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:37am

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Chicago Bulls forward Guerschon Yabusele had to exit Thursday's game against the Washington Wizards due to a left shoulder injury. Yabusele played 16 minutes, scoring 5 points and dishing 5 assists, before leaving the game. The Bulls, already eliminated from playoff contention, are dealing with multiple injuries as they close out the season.

Why it matters

The Bulls have struggled with injuries and inconsistency all season, and Yabusele's latest setback is another blow as they look to finish the year on a high note. Yabusele has been a key part of the rotation since joining the team in February, so his health will be crucial as the organization looks to build momentum heading into the offseason.

The details

Yabusele was injured during the Bulls' second straight game against the Wizards. He had played 27 minutes and scored 9 points in the previous matchup on April 7. The Bulls were already without Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey due to injuries. Yabusele has averaged 10.2 points and 5.7 rebounds in 25 games with Chicago after being traded from the New York Knicks.

  • Yabusele played 16 minutes before exiting with the shoulder injury on April 10, 2026.
  • On April 7, 2026, Yabusele played 27 minutes and scored 9 points in a 129-98 win over the Wizards.

The players

Guerschon Yabusele

A 27-year-old forward who has played in the NBA since 2017, including stints with the Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, and now the Chicago Bulls.

Matas Buzelis

A Bulls player who missed the game due to injury.

Josh Giddey

A Bulls player who missed the game due to injury.

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What’s next

The Bulls will monitor Yabusele's shoulder injury and provide an update on his status before their final two games of the season.

The takeaway

Yabusele's injury is the latest setback for a Bulls team that has struggled with health and consistency all year. As they look to close out the season, the organization will need to focus on getting key players like Yabusele healthy and building momentum heading into the offseason.