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Bulls Could Be Down a Crucial Starter in Big Matchup with the Celtics

The Chicago Bulls might go into their meeting with the Boston Celtics down a big body – literally. According to the official injury report, Jalen Smith's availability is up in the air.

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Is Jalen Smith playing Friday? Bulls vs Celtics injury report

The Chicago Bulls will visit the Boston Celtics on Friday. On Monday, the Bulls lost to the Celtics 134-99. Then they lost to the New York Knicks, 133-127, to start the year 1-4.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 1

Lakers looking at Jalen Smith as answer to possible roster problem?

The Lakers have one guaranteed player too many. Perhaps Jalen Smith can help them solve two problems at once. Los Angeles has 16 players on guaranteed standard contracts and must get down to 15 before opening night.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 29

NBA Notes: Lakers, Jalen Smith, Grizzlies, Cameron Boozer, Magic

The Lakers may not be finished reshaping their frontcourt. Ryan Ward of LA On SI, citing Dan Woike of The Athletic, wrote that Chicago’s Jalen Smith remains a potential trade target as Los Angeles continues searching for another center.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 29

Lakers Linked to Intriguing Center as Search for Frontcourt Depth Continues

The Los Angeles Lakers have undergone drastic changes over the NBA offseason, bringing in several new players while seeing many leave, most notably LeBron James, who recently signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.

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NBA News / Lakers Nation / July 29

Bulls’ Jalen Smith Has Fans Within Organization

The Los Angeles Lakers have completely remade their roster this offseason, making a number of additions to build the team around superstar guard Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / July 29

Los Angeles Lakers Rumors: Former Lottery Pick Emerges As Potential Trade Target

The Los Angeles Lakers may not be done adding to their brand-new roster. The post-LeBron James era will begin with a completely revamped roster and starting lineup.

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Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / July 28

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 season, ownership finally decided to move on from the brain trust of Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 28

Lakers have three final trade targets to help Luka Doncic

Team insider Dan Woike reports that they might not even be done adding big men to their frontcourt, as they're still keeping tabs on three young players.

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Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / May 15

Believe It Or Not, the Bulls Turned Down More Second-Round Picks at the Deadline

Even Bryson Graham couldn't help himself when he sat down for his introductory press conference. The Chicago Bulls' new lead executive was listing all the resources he had to rebuild the team, only to let out a slight chuckle when mentioning the team's bevy of second-round picks.

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Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

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Chicago Bulls News / Hoops Rumors / March 26

Bulls Rule Out Jaden Ivey, Jalen Smith For Rest Of Season

Bulls guard Jaden Ivey and big man Jalen Smith will miss the rest of the 2025/26 season, the team announced on Thursday (via Twitter). Ivey, who was acquired from Detroit at the trade deadline, appeared in just four games for Chicago before being shut down due to left knee pain.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 22

Jalen Smith leaves Knicks game with concerning lower-body injury

The Chicago Bulls looked to end their 8 game losing streak against the New York Knicks on Sunday at home. Jalen Smith, who recently came off an injury, was slated to contribute in the starting lineup.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / February 21

Jalen Smith Stats, Bio & Profile | Chicago Bulls F | ChiCitySports

#25 F Chicago Bulls Forward Active 2026 Season Stats 10.1 PTS 7.0 REB 1.3 AST 48.5 FG% ChiCitySports › Chicago Bulls › Jalen Smith Jalen Smith is a forward for the Chicago Bulls, wearing number 25.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29

The Bulls lose Jalen Smith to concerning injury during Heat game

The Chicago Bulls took on the Miami Heat in a rescheduled game on Thursday. In the first half, forward Jalen Smith scored in double figures for the 10th consecutive game.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 27

Jalen Smith puts Joel Embiid on a poster with thunderous dunk

In a thrilling showdown at the United Center on Friday night, Chicago Bulls forward Jalen Smith delivered one of the season’s most electrifying highlights by posterizing Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid with a ferocious baseline dunk.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / October 30, 2024

Chicago Bulls Player Suffers Injury Before Game vs. Magic

The Chicago Bulls are hosting the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. It has been a hot start to the season for the Magic, as they entered this game 3-1 through their first four contests.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 19, 2024

Cavaliers Floated as Trade Spot for Intriguing Bulls Center

Heading into this past summer, one of the biggest needs for the Cleveland Cavaliers was frontcourt depth. More specifically, they needed a big man who could space the floor.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 24, 2024

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 1, 2024

Former top 10 pick agrees to deal with Bulls

The Bulls continued their tweaking of the roster with the addition of a former top 10 pick.

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Indiana Pacers News / Fastbreak on SI / June 29, 2024

Indiana Pacers Player Will Reportedly Be A Free Agent

Jalen Smith is coming off his third season playing for the Indiana Pacers. The former Maryland star finished the year with averages of 9.9 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists per contest while shooting 59.2% from the field and 42.4% from the three-point range in 61 games.

Indiana Pacers News / Hoops Rumors / June 28, 2024