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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29

Pacers’ Aaron Nesmith saves the day with clutch block vs. Bulls

On Wednesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, guard-forward Aaron Nesmith came up clutch by hitting a go-ahead reverse layup with 13.9 seconds left and later blocking Coby White’s near-rim attempt with 2.9 seconds remaining, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 113-110 comeback win versus the Chicago Bulls.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

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Chicago Bulls News / The Lead / January 20

Jalen Smith Is the Chicago Bulls’ Most Important Player

After Josh Giddey went down with an injury, fans wondered who was going to step up and be the most impactful Bull. Matas Buzelis started a seven-game 15-point scoring streak; Nikola Vucevic has been the team’s leading scorer; Tre Jones has filled in for Giddey’s playmaking, but the most important player has been Jalen Smith.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 10

Jalen Smith gets shots up before showdown against the Mavericks

The Chicago Bulls will be back in action on Saturday against the Dallas Mavericks. This was two days after their scheduled game against the Heat was postponed due to court issues.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 8

NBA Notes: Bucks, Myles Turner, Bulls, Jalen Smith, Pistons

After spending his first 10 NBA seasons in Indiana, the adjustment period hasn’t been seamless for Myles Turner in Milwaukee. Turner’s numbers are down across the board in his first year with the Bucks, but he told Jim Owczarski of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that he’s embracing the discomfort that comes with the transition.

NBA News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / December 27

Former Terp Basketball Star Shines In Victory Over 76ers

A former Maryland men's basketball star helped the Chicago Bulls get back to a .500 record after defeating the Philadelphia 76ers 109-102 on Friday evening at the United Center.

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 26

Bulls’ Jalen Smith puts Joel Embiid on a poster with undeniable dunk

Jalen Smith pulled off a marvelous poster dunk on Joel Embiid during the Chicago Bulls’ matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. Smith is going through his sixth season in the NBA, his second with the Bulls.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 8

NBA Notes: Bulls, Isaac Okoro, Pacers, Aaron Nesmith, Bucks

For Chicago, there’s at least a little light on the injury front. Isaac Okoro, Jalen Smith and Kevin Huerter were all able to get on the floor for light work before Sunday’s game, per Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times.

NBA News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / August 28

Gophers pull away late to comfortably win season opener over Buffalo

The Gophers dominated Buffalo on the box score, but they needed a late 60-yard touchdown from redshirt freshman wide receiver Jalen Smith to put Buffalo away 23-10.

NBA News / Sporting News / August 28

Proposed NBA trade sends Celtics’ Anfernee Simons to Bulls for Kevin Huerter, Jalen Smith

Hardwood Houdini's Jack Simone shared interesting reasons why the Boston Celtics and Chicago Bulls would connect for an Anfernee Simons trade.

NBA News / Washington Wizards on SI / May 3

Wizards Should Monitor Bulls Situation

When you know a company is going out of business, everything must go. The Washington Wizards will do well to keep their eyes on the Chicago Bulls, who are about to start a rebuild.

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The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

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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

Three superior free agents the Warriors should have signed

The Golden State Warriors might have been able to pull off a sharper offseason with a few different moves.

The Warriors should still have championship aspirations with Stephen Curry on the roster

Klay Thompson previews Mavs-Warriors with hilarious analogy

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Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / July 9, 2024

Chicago Bulls Announce Signing of Former NBA Lottery Pick

The Chicago Bulls have made some big moves this offseason, most notably their sign and trade agreement with the Sacramento Kings that ended the DeMar DeRozan era.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / July 1, 2024

Chicago Bulls Reportedly Sign New Player in NBA Free Agency

It was announced on Monday by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski that the Denver Nuggets had agreed to a deal in free agency with former Indiana Pacers center Jalen Smith.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / July 1, 2024

Former Top 10 Draft Pick Inks Deal with the Bulls, How Does He Fit in Chicago

It didn’t take long, but former Indiana Pacers big Jalen Smith has a new home. Smith declined his $5.4 million option on June 28, which proved to be a sound financial decision as ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the 6-10 forward has agreed to a three-year, $27 million deal with the Chicago Bulls.

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

Pacers center to decline option after putting in career year

Pacers center Jalen Smith will attempt to cash in on his career-best season.

Suns roster flaws made clear with guard's option decision

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The '1999-2000 Indiana Pacers' quiz

Indiana Pacers News / Last Word On Sports / June 16, 2024

Indiana Pacers Big Man Likely Declining Player Option

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Indiana Pacers big man Jalen Smith is expected to decline his $5.4 million player option this offseason. There’s also an early belief that forward Jalen Smith will decline his $5.4 million player option and enter unrestricted free agency this summer, league sources told HoopsHype.