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Bulls shooting guard Ayo Dosunmu had been sidelined for three consecutive games due to a shoulder injury. He made his return on Friday against Toronto and contributed 11 points in just 23 minutes of play. Despite his efforts, it was evident that Dosunmu was still not fully recovered from his injury.

Now, from the Bulls comes word that Dosunmu will undergo surgery and is done for the season.

Medical Update: After experiencing left shoulder instability and further evaluation from training and medical professionals, Ayo Dosunmu will undergo surgery and be out for the remainder of the season.

Updates will be provided as appropriate. pic.twitter.com/73JgzApS9W

— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) March 2, 2025

Dosunmu, 25, is in his fourth NBA season and is a physical player who can get downhill into the paint. He's averaged 12.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.5 assists a game this season with a true shooting percentage of 58.5 that hovers around the league average. He is making $7 million this season and is under contract for next season at $7.5 million.

Bulls don’t have an Ayo Dosunmu replacement, a tough, two-way guard who’s one of best, if not the best, at getting downhill and is elite at pushing pace after made baskets.

They do, however, have plenty of guards. Would expect Tre Jones to get bulk of Dosunmu’s minutes.

— K.C. Johnson (@KCJHoop) March 2, 2025