Impact Smith is on track to miss his fifth consecutive game Sunday evening, so Zach Collins will be operating as Nikola Vucevic's primary backup. Check back for official word on Smith's status closer to Sunday's tip.
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JALEN SMITH #25 - CENTER - CHICAGO BULLS
10.0 PPG •
5.8 RPG •
1.2 APG
10.0 PPG
5.8 RPG
1.2 APG
Doubtful for Sunday Smith (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Ruled out Friday Smith (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pacers, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.
Impact Smith will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to a left hamstring strain. With the big man sidelined, Zach Collins and Lachlan Olbrich are candidates to pick up the slack behind Nikola Vucevic. Smith's next chance to play will come Sunday against Golden State.
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Considered doubtful for Friday Smith (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Impact Smith is in line to miss his fourth straight matchup while on the mend from a left hamstring strain. Zach Collins (wrist), who is questionable, could see more time if Smith is officially downgraded to out, though Lachlan Olbrich could also be asked to take on a heavier workload if both Smith and Collins are sidelined.
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Bulls rookie Noa Essengue to have season-ending surgery on left shoulder
Chicago Bulls rookie forward Noa Essengue, the 12th overall pick in the NBA draft, will have surgery on his left shoulder and miss the remainder of the season, coach Billy Donovan...3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press
Out again Smith (hamstring) won't play in Wednesday's game against Brooklyn, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Impact Smith will miss a third straight contest due to a strained left hamstring. With Zach Collins also out, Nikola Vucevic will handle as many center minutes as possible. Lachlan Olbrich (calf) should see minutes as the backup center. Smith's next chance to play will come Friday against Indiana.
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Iffy for Wednesday Smith (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nets.
Impact Smith has missed two straight games due to a left hamstring strain and is at risk of missing a third. Zach Collins (wrist), who's yet to make his season debut, is also listed as questionable, so the backup center spot behind Nikola Vucevic on Wednesday remains unclear.
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Ruled out for Monday Smith (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.
Impact Smith will miss his second consecutive game due to a left hamstring strain, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Wednesday against the Nets. With the big man sidelined, Lachlan Olbrich (calf) and Patrick Williams are candidates for increased playing time.
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Bulls vs Pacers injury report: Andrew Nembhard, Coby White, Jalen Smith, and more The reeling Chicago Bulls take on the Indiana Pacers without several key reserves and the possibility that Coby White doesn't suit up.
NOVEMBER 29 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM
Out with hamstring injury Smith will miss Saturday's matchup against the Pacers due to a left hamstring strain.
Impact Saturday's game will be Smith's first missed action of the 2025-26 campaign. He's been playing well and averaging a career-high 10.0 points per game. In his stead, and with Zach Collins (wrist) out, the Bulls may have to run out a small-ball second unit featuring Patrick Williams (wrist) at center.
NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Struggles in loss Friday Smith notched six points (3-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and five rebounds across 17 minutes during Friday's 123-116 loss to Charlotte.
Impact Smith had arguably his worst game of the season, playing fewer than 18 minutes for the first time in the past four games. Despite playing as the primary backup behind Nikola Vucevic, Smith has been a somewhat consistent source of points and rebounds, based on his role, that is. Through 18 games, he is averaging 10.0 points and 5.8 rebounds in 17.1 minutes per contest.
NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Zion Williamson scores 29 and the Pelicans end a 9-game skid with a 143-130 win over the Bulls
The New Orleans Pelicans have ended a nine-game skid and won for the first time under interim coach James BorregoNOVEMBER 25 • Associated Press
Productive in loss to Miami Smith logged 14 points (5-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and five blocks in 24 minutes during Friday's 143-107 loss to the Heat.
Impact Smith has been putting up solid numbers as a reserve this season and notched his ninth game with double-digit points. Even though his second-unit role limits his upside considerably, Smith can be a decent streaming option in some formats, as he's seeing 16.3 minutes and averaging a career-high 10.1 points per game.
NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Heat dominate Bulls 143-107, led by Kel'el Ware's 20 points and 14 rebounds
The Miami Heat have rolled to a 143-107 win over the Chicago BullsNOVEMBER 22 • Associated Press
Available to play Smith (chest) will be available for Friday's matchup with Miami.
Impact Smith was being listed as probable, and now we have official confirmation that he'll be out there. On the season, Smith is averaging 9.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per game.
NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Friday Smith (chest) is probable for Friday's game against Miami.
Impact The 25-year-old has been dealing with a right pectoralis strain, but he's been able to push through it thus far. The center holds averages of 9.9 points and 5.9 rebounds in 15.7 minutes per contest.
NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared to face Portland Smith (chest) will play in Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic reports.
Impact Smith had been considered probable, so his availability doesn't come as much of a surprise. The 25-year-old has been dealing with a right pectoralis strain. He's averaging 10.2 points and 6.3 rebounds across 16.0 minutes per game this season.
NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Wednesday Smith is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a right pectoralis strain.
Impact Smith sustained the injury in the third quarter of Monday's win over the Nuggets, though he returned in the fourth and is likely to play Wednesday. Over his last five outings, the backup big man has averaged 12.4 points, 8.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 17.8 minutes per game.
NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to play Smith (shoulder) returned to Monday's game against the Nuggets during the fourth quarter, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Impact Smith departed in the third quarter with an apparent shoulder injury, but was spotted back on the bench shortly after. He was later given the green light to check back in with 7:33 remaining in the final period.
NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Exits to locker room Smith exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent right shoulder injury in the third quarter of Monday's game against the Nuggets, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network...
Impact Smith went down and immediately grabbed at his right shoulder before checking out with 1:03 remaining in the third. If the big man is unable to return, Noa Essengue and Patrick Williams are candidates for a slight bump in minutes the rest of the way.
NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
George makes late 3 in 2OT, Markkanen scores 47 as Jazz beat Bulls 150-147
Keyonte George made 3-pointer with 2 seconds remaining in the second overtime, Lauri Markkanen scored 47 points and the Utah Jazz beat the Chicago Bulls 150-147 in the NBA’s highes...NOVEMBER 17 • Associated Press
Sneaky double-double Monday Smith ended Monday's 121-117 loss to the Spurs with 11 points (5-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt), 12 rebounds and two assists in 21 minutes.
Impact Smith recorded his second consecutive double-double, logging a season-high 21 minutes. He has now scored double digits in six of his past seven games, providing the Bulls with an unexpected offensive punch off the bench. As long as Nikola Vucevic is healthy, it's hard to see a world where Smith plays more than about 20 minutes on a consistent basis. However, his per-minute production should at least have him on the radar for streaming purposes.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Polarizing former lottery pick finally rewarding Bulls' faith Jalen Smith’s inconsistent start masked his growth; now he’s a vital reserve for the Chicago Bulls.
NOVEMBER 11 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM
Wembanyama scores 38 points as the Spurs rally past the Bulls for a 121-117 victory
Victor Wembanyama scored 18 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Chicago Bulls 121-117 for their third consecutive winNOVEMBER 11 • Associated Press
Mitchell makes go-ahead basket with 34 seconds left as Cavaliers rally to beat Bulls 128-122
Donovan Mitchell scored eight straight points in 65 seconds, including the go-ahead basket with 34 seconds remaining, and the Cleveland Cavaliers closed on a 12-0 run to beat the C...NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press
Strong line off bench Smith supplied 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT) and five rebounds across 16 minutes during Sunday's 128-116 loss to the Knicks.
Impact Smith continues to give the Bulls a big boost as their backup center, though his role could be in jeopardy once Zach Collins (wrist) returns -- Collins is due to be re-evaluated in mid-November. Through six regular-season contests, Smith is averaging 8.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 0.7 assists and 1.0 three-pointers.
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