Michael Carter-Williams (knee) out Saturday for Bulls

Chicago Bulls point guard Michael Carter-Williams (patellar tendinitis) is not with the team and will not play Saturday against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

What It Means:

Despite starting on Friday night, MCW played just eight minutes. This injury may have been a reason for his lack of playing time and production. With MCW out, Cameron Payne -- making his Bulls debut -- and Denzel Valentine should see additional minutes.

Carter-Williams is averaging just 5.5 points and 2.7 assists over the Bulls' last six games, five of which he started. Prior to this ruling-out, our algorithms project MCW for 7.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 20.9 minutes on the court; this would've been good for 16.5 FanDuel points.