| 5/15/2013 1:59:00 PM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich is out for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against Miami with his continuing calf problem, according to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune. | Insight: Nate Robinson will have to play heavy minutes, but he's not at 100 percent either, hurting his shoulder in Game 4. | | |
| 5/13/2013 12:04:00 PM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich is doubtful for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals Friday against Miami with his continuing calf problem. | Insight: Tom Thibodeau called him "most likely out." No progress means a seat on the bench while Nate Robinson plays heavy minutes. | | |
| 5/10/2013 10:57:00 AM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich is doubtful for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals Friday against Miami with his continuing calf problem. | Insight: The latest MRI showed "similar damage to muscle fibers" that the first MRI showed, according to the Chicago Tribune report. No progress means a seat on the bench while Nate Robinson plays heavy minutes. | | |
| 5/8/2013 6:50:00 PM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich is out for Wednesday's Game 2 in Miami. | Insight: With Hinrich sidelined, Nate Robinson played 40 of a possible 48 minutes Monday night in Game 1. Nate should log similar minutes in Game 2. | | |
| 5/8/2013 11:24:00 AM |
Description: Chicago guard Kirk Hinrich is doubtful for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals Wednesday against Miami while continuing to deal with a slow-healing bruised left calf. | Insight: Nate Robinson has averaged 18.3 ppg in eight playoff games this season and is the Bulls' best shot creator. He's shooting 50.4 percent from the field and 36.6 percent from beyond the arc. | | |
| 5/6/2013 6:52:00 PM |
Description: Chicago guard Kirk Hinrich won't be on the court Monday for Game 1 against the Heat. | Insight: This will be the fourth game in a row Hinrich has missed because of a calf issue. Nate Robinson has averaged 16.7 ppg in Hinrich's absence. | | |
| 5/6/2013 1:40:00 PM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich (calf) is doubtful for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals Monday against Miami. | Insight: Nate Robinson would start at point guard again if Hinrich doesn't dress. With Luol Deng (illness) also out, look for Robinson, Marco Belinelli and Jimmy Butler to play 40-plus minutes each. | | |
| 5/4/2013 7:00:00 PM |
Description: According to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune, Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich (calf) will miss Game 7 against the Nets. | Insight: Hinrich also missed the last two games with a calf injury, leaving Nate Robinson to start at point guard. With Luol Deng (illness) also out, look for Robinson, Marco Belinelli and Jimmy Butler to play nearly a full game. | | |
| 5/3/2013 1:58:00 PM |
Description: According to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune, Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich will travel to Brooklyn with the team for Game 7 against the Nets, but his status for the game is still in doubt. | Insight: Hinrich missed the last two games with a calf injury, leaving Nate Robinson to start at point guard. | | |
| 5/1/2013 9:19:00 PM |
Description: According to the Chicago Tribune, Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich is unlikely to compete in Thursday night's Game 6 against the Nets. | Insight: He missed Game 5 Monday because of a calf injury. Once again, the Bulls will have to rely on Nate Robinson to lead the offense. | | |
| 4/29/2013 2:45:00 PM |
Description: Chicago guard Kirk Hinrich (calf) was seen wearing a walking boot and will not play in Monday's Game 5 versus the Brooklyn Nets. | Insight: Hinrich contributed 18 points, 14 dimes and three steals in the overtime victory in which he played almost 60 minutes. Nate Robinson will be in charge of the Bulls offense. | | |
| 4/27/2013 9:33:00 PM |
Description: Chicago guard Kirk Hinrich logged an exhausting 60 minutes of playing time Saturday against Brooklyn. | Insight: Hinrich contributed 18 points, 14 dimes and three steals in the overtime victory. The Bulls have a chance to close out the series Monday night at the Barclays Center. | | |
| 4/22/2013 11:05:00 AM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich is questionable for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals Monday against Brooklyn with a bruised left thigh. | Insight: He posted just two points, two rebounds and two assists in 28 minutes of the opener. Nate Robinson had 17 points in 20 minutes and might be the better option anyway. | | |
| 3/21/2013 7:51:00 PM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich (foot) is in the starting lineup Thursday against the Blazers. SOURCE: K.C. Johnson, Chicago Tribune. | Insight: He hasn't seen the court since March 2nd against the Nets. Derrick Rose (knee) also appears to be nearing a return but still has no definitive timetable. Look for Chicago's point guard position to be a day-to-day situation. | | |
| 3/21/2013 4:33:00 PM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich (foot) went through shootaround Thursday and will be a game-time decision against the Blazers. SOURCE: K.C. Johnson, Chicago Tribune. | Insight: He hasn't seen the court since March 2nd against the Nets. Meanwhile, Derrick Rose (knee) appears to be nearing a return but still has no definitive timetable. Chicago's point guard position will be a day-to-day situation. | | |
| 3/18/2013 7:30:00 PM |
Description: Kirk Hinrich won't be on the floor Monday when the Bulls host the Nuggets. He's still battling a foot injury. | Insight: He hasn't seen the court since March 2nd against the Nets. Derrick Rose is close to returning so Hinrich's days as a fantasy-worthy player are numbered. | | |
| 3/18/2013 10:38:00 AM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich did not practice on Sunday and is doubtful for Monday against Denver, according to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune. He's missed five games with a foot injury. | Insight: Hinrich (7.4 ppg, 5.4 apg) hasn't played in almost two weeks. Nate Robinson's fantasy value will stay high until Hinrich returns to the lineup. Robinson has averaged 18 ppg and 6.2 apg over the last four-game stretch. | | |
| 3/15/2013 1:28:00 PM |
Description: Bulls' point guard Kirk Hinrich has been downgraded to out, according to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune. He's missed five games with a foot injury and the injury didn't respond well overnight. | Insight: Hinrich (7.4 ppg, 5.4 apg) hasn't played in almost two weeks. Nate Robinson's fantasy value will stay high until Hinrich returns to the lineup. | | |
| 3/15/2013 11:38:00 AM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich is probable for Friday's game against Golden State after missing five games with a foot injury. | Insight: Hinrich (7.4 ppg, 5.4 apg) hasn't played in almost two weeks. Hinrich's return would obviously have a huge negative effect on Nate Robinson's fantasy value. | | |
| 3/14/2013 8:38:00 PM |
Description: Bulls point guard Kirk Hinrich could return from his foot injury Friday against Golden State. SOURCE: Nick Friedell, ESPN | Insight: Hinrich (7.4 ppg, 5.4 apg) hasn't played in almost two weeks. Hinrich's return would obviously have a negative effect on Nate Robinson's fantasy value. | | |
