Alex Caruso

The Oklahoma City Thunder traded for Alex Caruso with the goal to extend him.

Fantasy Impact

Caruso is entering the final year of his deal and becomes eligible for a four-year, approximately $80M extension exactly six months from the date of his trade to OKC. It appears likely that the two sides will ultimately come to the agreement.

The Chicago Bulls are trading Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Josh Giddey.

Fantasy Impact

The two-time All-Defensive guard adds to what was already a very solid defensive back court for OKC. Caruso joins a young Thunder team after spending the past three seasons with the Bulls. He is coming off averaging a career-high 10 points and has averaged at least one steal per game in each of the past six seasons.

Alex Caruso is available for Friday's game against Miami.

Fantasy Impact

Caruso was expected to play despite being listed as questionable. He should remain in his usual role in the Bulls back court alongside Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White.

Alex Caruso expects to play in tonight's game versus the Heat. He suffered an ankle sprain during Wednesday's game but appears to have recovered well since then.

Fantasy Impact

Caruso's return will be a welcome addition for the Bulls as they look forward to the biggest game of the season. Javonte Green and Dalen Terry are likely to settle into backup roles with him back in the fold.

Alex Caruso suffered a "significant" left ankle sprain during last night's game. His availability for Friday's play-in matchup against the Heat is now in question.

Fantasy Impact

If Caruso were to miss time due to this injury, it would be a huge blow for the Bulls. He's been a key contributor to this team on both sides of the floor. Dalen Terry, Javonte Green and Torrey Craig would all see increased minutes if Caruso is sidelined for Friday's crucial game.