Anfernee Simons Injury Status Update for March 23rd, 2026
Anfernee Simons of the Bulls has been ruled out and will not play today. Anfernee was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 14th game Anfernee has missed this season.
Anfernee Simons Season Averages
Anfernee's absence leaves a significant hole in the Bulls rotation. Across 55 games this season, he's averaging 14.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game while playing 24.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24.9 | 14.3 | 2.5 | 2.4 | 11.8 |
Bulls Performance With & Without Anfernee Simons
The numbers tell a clear story about Anfernee's value to the Bulls. With Anfernee in the lineup this season, the team is 0-6. Without him, they've gone 28-36. The Bulls's net rating is 10.7 points better per 100 possessions when Anfernee plays, which is a substantial gap. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (107.5 vs 112.8 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 0-6 | 28-36 | — |
| Off Rating | 107.5 | 112.8 | +5.3 |
| Def Rating | 121.9 | 116.5 | -5.4 |
| Net Rating | -14.4 | -3.7 | +10.7 |
| PPG | 109.7 | 116.4 | +6.7 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Anfernee Simons?
When Anfernee sits, other Bulls players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Leonard Miller stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Anfernee has been out this season, Leonard Miller has averaged 8.8 more points per game, 6.7 additional field goal attempts, 19.3 extra minutes and 4.4 more rebounds.
PPG: +8.8 | FGA: +6.7 | MPG: +19.3 | RPG: +4.4
Anfernee Simons Betting Trends
For bettors, Anfernee's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Bulls's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Anfernee has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Simons) Matas Buzelis 3PM OVER: 39-22 (+14.2u, 1.8 / -113 avg. line) Tre Jones PTS OVER: 33-17 (+13.9u, 11.3 / -110 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Anfernee Simons's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Rockets @ Bulls - March 23, 2026 Houston Rockets: Fred VanVleet (Out) Steven Adams (Out) Chicago Bulls: Anfernee Simons (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Anfernee's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Bulls.