Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Sun 2/2/25 11:41 AM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Detroit.
EDGE Analysis
Smith was a late addition to the injury report and could miss his first matchup since Dec. 28 due to the illness. Over his last five outings, the big man has averaged 9.8 points and 7.2 rebounds across 17.2 minutes per contest. If Smith is sidelined Sunday, Adama Sanogo and Dalen Terry could see increased run.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Thu 1/30/25 10:58 AM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith finished Wednesday's 122-100 loss to Boston with nine points (3-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and three blocks over 23 minutes off the bench.
EDGE Analysis
The fifth-year center missed recording his second double-double of the season as he tied his season high in rebounds. At the same time, the three rejections represented his best performance at the rim since he blocked five shots against the Hornets in a spot start Dec. 13. That game was also the last time Smith saw at least 20 minutes of court time. Still, Wednesday's workload was a product of the scoreboard -- Nikola Vucevic sat out the entire fourth quarter. If he consistently finds his way into a larger role, Smith's ability to contribute in blocks and threes would give him some fantasy appeal, but it might take a Vucevic trade for that to happen.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Mon 1/20/25 9:36 PM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Clippers.
EDGE Analysis
Smith was added to the injury report due to right knee tendonitis, but the issue isn't significant enough to keep him out of Monday's clash. He's averaging 13.6 minutes over his last five appearances and should expect to see a similar workload against LA.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Mon 1/20/25 3:47 PM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith (knee) is probable for Monday's game against the Clippers.
EDGE Analysis
Smith is battling some tendonitis in his right knee, but the Bulls are expecting him to suit up for the second leg of this back-to-back set. He's averaging 15.2 minutes per game as Nikola Vucevic's backup.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Thu 1/9/25 10:02 AM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith scored 13 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), grabbed seven boards, dished three assists and recorded one block across 17 minutes of play in Wednesday's 129-113 loss to the Pacers.
EDGE Analysis
Squaring off against his former team, Smith made the best of his limited time on the court backing up Nikola Vucevic via season-best efficiency across the board. He also came just three boards short of a double-double, which would've marked his second of the year. However, it'll be tough to contribute meaningful fantasy output regularly while averaging just 15.4 minutes a game. Nonetheless, he'll look to build on Wednesday's performance Friday against the Wizards.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Wed 1/1/25 5:39 PM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Wizards.
EDGE Analysis
Smith was initially listed as probable and will fight off an ankle sprain to suit up for the Bulls on Wednesday. The veteran big man should play his usual role as the backup center behind Nikola Vucevic, so the former's fantasy appeal is highly limited at the moment.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Tue 12/31/24 4:48 PM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith is probable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards due to a left ankle sprain.
EDGE Analysis
The veteran center continues to manage a lingering ankle sprain but missed only one of Chicago's 12 games in December. During that stretch, Smith averaged 8.5 points, 6.1 rebounds and 0.9 blocks in 17.1 minutes per game.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Mon 12/30/24 5:36 PM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith (ankle) is available to play Monday against Charlotte.
EDGE Analysis
Smith didn't play in the Bulls' 116-111 win over the Bucks on Saturday due to a left ankle sprain, but the fifth-year center will be able to play Monday. In December, Smith has averaged 8.3 points, 6.2 rebounds and 0.9 blocks over 17.0 minutes per game.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Sun 12/29/24 4:49 PM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Smith is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive game due to left ankle soreness. If the big man is sidelined, Torrey Craig and Julian Phillips will likely see a bump in playing time.
Jalen Smith PF/C CHI Sat 12/28/24 6:27 PM
Jalen Smith
PF/C CHI
Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith is nursing a sore left ankle, and he will miss his fourth game of the regular season Saturday as a result. His next opportunity to play will be Monday against the Hornets. Torrey Craig should see an uptick in playing time due to Smith's absence.