Sampson recorded 28 points (10-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and a steal in the loss Thursday to Westchester.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson very narrowly missed his season-high in scoring, but still walked away with the second-best outing of the 2018-19 season. Given the majority of Sampson's production has taken form since the middle of December, it's encouraging to see the big man averaging 20.9 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 18 games with Windy City.

Sampson tallied 25 points (11-22 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one block and one assist in the 111-107 loss Wednesday to Agua Caliente.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson was suffering from an undisclosed injury prior to the G League break, but the big man evidently was able to shed the ailment and play 26 minutes Wednesday. That court time likely would have been higher if not for foul trouble, and should give fantasy owners some level of comfort Sampson's viability in future weeks.

Sampson (undisclosed) did not play in Tuesday's win over the Herd.

EDGE Analysis

It seems unlikely Sampson will be out for a substantial amount of time considering Windy City didn't even list a reason for his absence Tuesday. With an eight-day break in between games, expect Sampson to be close to return by the time G League action officially kicks off.

Sampson scored 21 points (8-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT) to go along with 11 rebounds, three assists and two blocks in the win Tuesday over Capital City.

EDGE Analysis

Likely considered the "lesser" of the two Chicago Sampson's behind two-way player Brandon Sampson, JaKarr has been impressive in his own right, averaging 20.9 points and 7.4 rebounds in nine games with Windy City this season. The G League veteran likely will need to put together a continual stretch of strong performances to garner any interest at the NBA level.

Correcting a previous note, Sampson is not signing with the Bulls, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Charania initially tweeted out the incorrect name. Brandon Sampson, not JaKarr, will sign a two-way deal with Chicago.

Sampson will ink a two-way contract with the Bulls, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson had previously shipped off to play in the Chinese Basketball Association, but the Bulls have brought him back to the United States. Given Chicago's recent injury concerns, Sampson could certainly see time at the NBA level. Sampson played in 22 contests for Sacramento a season ago, posting 4.7 points and 3.5 boards over 15.6 minutes per contest

Sampson agreed to a contract Tuesday with Shandong Golden Stars of the Chinese Basketball Association, Emiliano Carchia of Sportando.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson will provide some needed depth at forward for a Golden Stars frontcourt that recently lost Donatas Motiejunas to injury. The 25-year-old, a veteran of 169 games, most recently appeared in 22 games with the Kings in 2017-18, averaging 4.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 block in 15.6 minutes per contest.

Sampson was not available for Thursday's game against the Red Claws.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear what ailment hindered Sampson's availability, but the rotational combo-guard will try to take the court Saturday.

Sampson was let go by the Bulls on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Sampson couldn't impress the coaching staff enough to make the final roster. He averaged 15.6 minutes per game in 22 appearances with the Kings last season, averaging 4.7 points and 3.5 rebounds. He's a strong candidate to spend time in the G-League this season.

Sampson has been added to the Bulls' training camp roster Friday, Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 6-9 forward appeared in 22 games last year with the Kings and averaged 4.7 points and 3.5 rebounds per contest. Sampson will be competing for a roster spot this training camp but figures to be a long shot considering the depth at the forward position for Chicago to start the season.