Jalen Smith News, Rumors, Updates - Chicago Bulls

Expected to play Monday Smith (finger) is listed as probable for Monday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Smith is battling a finger injury but is expected to suit up versus the 76ers. With Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) listed as doubtful, Smith will presumably remain in the starting lineup.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 12 boards in loss Smith ended Friday's 125-111 loss to the Celtics with five points (2-8 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 27 minutes.

Impact Smith was the only player who finished Friday's game with double-digit rebounds, although it was the second time in three games that he failed to score in double digits. The seventh-year center is averaging 12.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.0 blocks over 24.2 minutes per game to open the regular season. He'll continue to operate in a starting role for as long as Nic Claxton (hamstring) is out of action.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Friday Smith (finger) is available for Friday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Smith popped up on the injury report due to a left finger sprain, though it won't keep him off the floor versus Boston. With Nic Claxton (hamstring) sidelined, Smith has started in all five of the Bulls' regular-season games in 2026-27, averaging 13.4 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists over 23.4 minutes per outing.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Smith is questionable for Friday's game against Boston with a left finger sprain.

Impact This is a new injury for Chicago's starting center, but he's considered day-to-day. If Smith is held out against Boston, the Bulls could lean more on Zach Collins.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Productive stretch as starter Smith racked up 17 points (7-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt), 11 rebounds, five assists and three blocks over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 133-127 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Smith continues to hold down the fort at center while Nicolas Claxton tends to a hamstring injury. Over his first five appearances, Smith has averaged 13.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in 23.4 minutes per game.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Brunson scores 38 points as the Knicks beat the Bulls 133-127

Jalen Brunson had 38 points and seven assists, and the New York Knicks beat the Chicago Bulls 133-127 for their second straight win

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Quiet in loss Smith chipped in seven points (2-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and one assist over 20 minutes during Monday's 134-99 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Smith struggled to find his rhythm offensively, converting just two of his eight field-goal attempts while failing to record a defensive statistic. The starting center also saw his playing time limited as Chicago fell behind by a substantial margin. Smith's ability to contribute rebounds and three-pointers gives him some fantasy appeal, but inconsistent minutes and scoring could limit his reliability.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 24 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Double-double with three blocks Smith recorded 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt), 13 rebounds, one assist and three steals over 24 minutes during Friday's 132-125 victory over the Bucks.

Impact Smith recorded a 14-and-13 double-double, adding three blocks, despite playing just 24 minutes. Zach Collins failed to see the floor, with Chicago opting to play Leonard Miller and, to a lesser extent, Noah Essengue, as small-ball center options. Nic Claxton remains without a specific timetable for his return from a hamstring injury, meaning Smith should be rostered in all formats moving forward.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Powell scores 25 points to help the Bulls hold off the Bucks, 132-125

Norman Powell had 25 points, rookie Caleb Wilson added 21 and the Chicago Bulls beat the Milwaukee Bucks 132-125 on Friday

OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press

Flirts with double-double Smith ended Wednesday's 135-92 loss to Toronto with 15 points (5-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block across 19 minutes.

Impact Smith's 19 minutes were the fewest among the Bulls' starters, and he didn't play for the entire fourth quarter due to the team's large deficit. Still, he was the only starter who connected on at least 50 percent of his field-goal attempts, and his four offensive rebounds were tied with Allen Graves for most in the game. Smith established himself as a consistent starter toward the second half of the 2025-26 season, and he should maintain that role for the next couple of weeks while Nic Claxton rehabs from a hamstring injury.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Hits three triples Wednesday Smith finished with 15 points (4-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block across 21 minutes in Wednesday's 125-104 preseason win over Milwaukee.

Impact Smith started at center and did most of his damage from the perimeter, connecting on three of his five attempts from deep. He also grabbed five defensive rebounds and committed no turnovers, putting together a productive performance as he competes for frontcourt minutes. His ability to stretch the floor gives Chicago a different offensive look at center, and it helps his case that the Bulls are dealing with several key injuries in the frontcourt.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available and starting Sunday Smith (foot) is available and starting in Sunday's preseason game versus Denver.

Impact Smith has been battling a foot injury but will be on the floor for the preseason meeting with the Nuggets after missing Friday's 104-100 loss to Memphis. The 2020 No. 10 overall pick started in 21 regular-season games in 2025-26, averaging 12.1 points, 7.1 rebounds and 1.0 assists over 24.6 minutes per contest in those appearances.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Smith (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Impact Smith is dealing with left foot soreness, and his next chance to suit up will come in Sunday's exhibition against Denver. With Nic Claxton (hamstring) and Zach Collins (toe) also out, Tobe Awaka and Leonard Miller figure to see increased burn Friday.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Phoenix Smith will start in Wednesday's preseason game against Phoenix, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Impact Smith will start for the Bulls to begin the preseason. That trend could extend into the regular season, considering Nic Claxton (hamstring) may not be available. Smith started in 21 regular-season games during the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 12.1 points, 7.1 rebounds and 1.0 assists over 24.6 minutes per contest in those appearances.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Clean bill of health Smith said Thursday he is 100 percent healthy after a lingering calf issue ended last season early, per Will Gottlieb of CHGO Bulls.

Impact Smith got a chance to start for the Bulls at times in 2025-26 as they searched for Nikola Vucevic's replacement, averaging 12.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.8 blocks in 24.6 minutes per tilt across 21 regular-season games as a starter last season. Now that Claxton is in the picture, Smith appears primed to revert to the No. 2 center role in 2026-27, which could cap his upside from a fantasy perspective. Availability has also been a concern for Smith throughout his career, as he's never reached the 70-game mark in any of his first six seasons and couldn't finish last year with the aforementioned calf problem.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Bulls roster needs to improve at the center position for this reason Nic Claxton, Jalen Smith and Zach Collins will need to show their value given how set the Bulls seem at the guard and forward positions.

SEPTEMBER 27 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

The unlikely Bulls veteran who could help unlock Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis Jalen Smith could play a surprisingly important role in the development of Bulls cornerstones Caleb Wilson and Matas Buzelis this season.

SEPTEMBER 22 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Bulls' rebuild may open the door for the Lakers to make one final offseason splash If the Lakers want to put the finishing touches on their offseason, acquiring Jalen Smith as a backup center from the Chicago Bulls could do...

SEPTEMBER 10 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Jalen Smith trade rumors could save Bulls from a conundrum of their own making The bulk of the Chicago Bulls' offseason business has come to an end, but that doesn't mean there aren't still moves to be made. Notably, th...

JULY 31 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

The Chicago Bulls must leverage Jalen Smith's trade market into long-term value Bulls forward Jalen Smith reportedly has fans in the Los Angeles Lakers front office. The Bulls need to capitalize on Smith's demand for the...

JULY 31 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Bulls Have a Solid Trade Chip in Jalen Smith, and the Lakers Might Have Interest The dog days have summer have arrived for the Chicago Bulls. The offseason started with a bang. Following another underwhelming and messy se...

JULY 28 • SI.COM

LeBron James' 76ers decision immediately gives Bulls a new trade to monitor LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers could open up a Jalen Smith trade idea with the Chicago Bulls.

JULY 24 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Bill Simmons forces Suns to relieve crushing mistake that has defined their decade The Suns selecting Jalen Smith over Tyrese Haliburton back in 2020 cost Phoenix a championship according to Bill Simmons.

JULY 23 • VALLEYOFTHESUNS.COM

Jalen Smith's Bulls future looks even more bleak after recent free agency rumors The Chicago Bulls had their work cut out for them heading into this offseason. After undertaking a major roster teardown at the trade deadli...

JUNE 30 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

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Powell scores 25 points to help the Bulls hold off the Bucks, 132-125