Jalen Smith News, Rumors, Updates - Chicago Bulls

Double-double with four blocks Smith closed with 14 points (4-11 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal over 35 minutes during Friday's 112-109 loss to the Nets.

Impact Smith logged a season-high 35 minutes, recording his second straight double-double, while also adding five combined steals and blocks. Despite coming off the bench to start the game, Smith started the second half, helping fuel a comeback that ultimately fell just short. Although his efficiency continues to be an issue, Smith is certainly doing enough to be rostered in standard leagues, flirting with top 100 value in five games over the past two weeks.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Double-double off bench Wednesday Smith finished with 12 points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist in 17 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 128-126 win over Utah.

Impact The 25-year-old center delivered his fifth double-double of the season, three of which have come in his last six games (four starts). Over nine contests since Christmas, Smith is averaging 10.8 points, 9.0 boards, 1.3 blocks, 1.3 threes and 1.1 assists in 23.0 minutes, and his fantasy value could get a significant boost if Nikola Vucevic is finally traded, especially if Zach Collins (toe) remains sidelined as well.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Smith will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Smith started in Tuesday's loss to the Rockets, but with Coby White back in action and starting, Smith will shift back to the second unit. As a reserve this season, Smith has posted averages of 8.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.4 triples and 0.8 blocks per contest.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with double-double Smith supplied 14 points (5-13 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds and one assist across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 119-113 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Smith fell one rebound short of a double-double after being elevated into the starting lineup, with Coby White sidelined due to injury management. Having only just returned from a two-game absence, Smith logged a season-high 36 minutes, putting himself back on the standard league radar. While he presents as more of a stash than a must-roster player, he could be worth a speculative pickup right now, especially if he remains a sizeable part of the rotation.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Smith is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's matchup with the Rockets.

Impact Coby White (rest) is out, so the Bulls will go big and start Tre Jones, Isaac Okoro, Matas Buzelis, Smith and Nikola Vucevic. In three starts this season, Smith has registered averages of 11.3 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.0 triples, 1.0 steals and 2.0 blocks per contest.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Grabs nine boards in return Smith finished with seven points (3-11 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and two blocks in 16 minutes during Saturday's 125-107 win over the Mavericks.

Impact Smith was back in action, having missed the previous two games due to a concussion. Prior to his absence, Smith had been starting alongside Nikola Vucevic, a role that saw him putting up standard league numbers. Although he came off the bench Saturday, it remains to be seen whether that will stick or whether he will move back into the starting lineup. Managers could do worse than grabbing him as a speculative pickup.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Saturday Smith (concussion) is available for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Smith was initially listed as questionable but was upgraded to probable Saturday before being cleared to suit up. It's unclear if he'll operate under a minutes restriction during his return, though the big man should see significant minutes with Zach Collins (toe) sidelined. Over his last five appearances (three starts), Smith has averaged 10.4 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.8 blocks in 23.2 minutes per tilt.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Bumped up to probable Smith has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's game against Dallas.

Impact Smith's midday upgrade from questionable to probable is an encouraging sign for his availability Saturday. The big man has been in concussion protocol and has missed back-to-back games. Smith is averaging 9.0 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists across 17.7 minutes per game this season.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Saturday Smith is questionable for Saturday's game against the Mavericks due to a concussion.

Impact Smith is attempting to pass each step of the league's concussion protocol in time to be eligible for action Saturday. If he cannot do so, Lachlan Olbrich would handle backup center duties behind Nikola Vucevic, as Zach Collins (toe) still isn't ready to play.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Smith (concussion) is out for Thursday's game against the Heat.

Impact Smith's next chance to pass the league's concussion protocol comes Saturday against Dallas. With Smith set to miss a third straight game, Lachlan Olbrich should continue to fill the void as the backup center behind Nikola Vucevic.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Still out with concussion Smith is out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to a concussion.

Impact Smith remains in the league's concussion protocol, which is keeping him out for a second consecutive contest. Isaac Okoro is in line for an uptick in playing time Wednesday, while Lachlan Olbrich appears slated to handle the backup center role behind Nikola Vucevic.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 6 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

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JANUARY 6 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

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JANUARY 5 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

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JANUARY 4 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Out for Monday Smith (concussion) won't play Monday in Boston.

Impact Smith is currently in the concussion protocol testing and he'll need to clear a series of tests before he's allowed to return to the court. Patrick Williams and Julian Phillips should pick up the slack in Smith's absence.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls Bullets: LaMelo Copies Giannis & Breaks Unwritten Rule The Bulls are back under .500 after losing to the Hornets last night. Chicago also lost Jalen Smith to a concussion. LaMelo broke the 'unwri...

JANUARY 4 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Enters concussion protocol Smith entered the league's concussion protocol following the Bulls' 112-99 loss to the Hornets on Saturday, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Impact Smith was evaluated by medical staff after a head-to-head collision with LaMelo Ball early in the third quarter, and the former has now been placed in concussion protocol. The Bulls' next game takes place Monday against Boston, but Smith would need to be cleared by an independent neurologist in order to be available. With Zach Collins (toe) sidelined, Patrick Williams and Julian Phillips would be in line for more minutes if Smith were to miss time, though it's worth noting that Kevin Huerter led the bench with 31 minutes during Saturday's loss.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bridges and Miller help the Hornets beat the Bulls 112-99

Miles Bridges had 26 points and 14 rebounds, helping the Charlotte Hornets beat the Chicago Bulls 112-99

JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

Possible concussion Smith is being evaluated for a possible concussion and is questionable to return to Saturday's game against Charlotte.

Impact Smith was helped to the locker room early in the third quarter after a head-to-head collision with LaMelo Ball. Patrick Williams and Julian Phillips will step into larger roles for as long as Smith is being evaluated by medical staff.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Helped to locker room Smith went to the locker room early in the third quarter of Saturday's game against the Hornets due to a head injury, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.

Impact Smith was involved in a head-to-head collision with LaMelo Ball, with the former staying down for several minutes before being helped to the locker room. Patrick Williams and Julian Phillips should see more minutes off the bench for as long as Smith is out of the game.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Posts another double-double Smith had 11 points (4-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 27 minutes during Friday's 121-114 win over the Magic.

Impact Smith has seen a sharp uptick in playing time in back-to-back starts, and he's paid it off by tallying a pair of double-doubles. He's been a solid contributor across the board over this brief hot stretch, though he's capable of doing even more damage if he can find his touch from beyond the arc. Smith has hit on just two of 11 attempts from downtown in his last two games.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Okoro's season-high 24 points lead short-handed Bulls past Pelicans 134-118

Isaac Okoro scored a season-high 24 points, Tre Jones added 20 points and 12 assists and the depleted Chicago Bulls topped the New Orleans Pelicans 134-118

JANUARY 1 • Associated Press

Starting Wednesday vs. NOLA Smith is in the Bulls' starting lineup against the Pelicans on Wednesday.

Impact The Bulls will deploy Smith alongside Nikola Vucevic for a bigger starting five in Wednesday's contest. Smith has played 22 minutes or more in each of Chicago's last three games and will enter the team's starting lineup for the first time in the 2025-26 regular season. Over his last three outings, he has averaged 10.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 2.3 threes and 1.3 blocks over 23.3 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chips in 12 points in loss Smith racked up 12 points (4-6 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 26 minutes during Monday's 136-101 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact The 25-year-old center tied his most minutes played this season with Zach Collins (toe) sidelined and had a productive night on both ends of the floor, drilling three threes with three combined steals and blocks. Smith was capped at 17 minutes in each of his first six games after returning from a hamstring injury on Dec. 12, but has now logged at least 22 minutes in three straight games for the first time this season. The Maryland product is averaging 10.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.3 threes, 1.7 assists and 1.3 blocks over the past three games.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Bridges and Miller help the Hornets beat the Bulls 112-99

Okoro's season-high 24 points lead short-handed Bulls past Pelicans 134-118