Bulls Could Get Thomas Back Within A Week

Six weeks after undergoing surgery on his fractured left forearm, Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas could play as soon as next Saturday.

Thomas was scheduled to return to full-contact practice on Sunday.

"Maybe a little two-on-two and see how he feels," coach Vinny Del Negro said. "He's been doing some non-contact shooting stuff and moving around, but we'll add some contact and see how he feels. After that I'll have a better gauge of what we're thinking."

Del Negro said it's unlikely that Thomas will play on either Monday or Tuesday night.