JALEN SMITH NEWS

Swats three shots Smith notched five points (2-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds and three blocks over 15 minutes during Sunday's 143-107 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Despite a limited workload, Smith was able to record a season-high three blocks in the blowout loss. After a strong start to the campaign, Smith has faded in November, posting averages of 5.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in 14.9 minutes.

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Fails to score in victory Smith recorded zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes during Wednesday's 124-123 win over the Knicks.

Impact After recording double-digit points in three of his first four outings this season, Smith has done so just one time since. While the 24-year-old big man is converting 38.9 percent of his 3.6 three-point attempts per contest, he is also shooting just 44.4 percent from the field.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Active Wednesday Smith (illness) will play Wednesday versus New York, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Smith joins a fully healthy Chicago frontcourt Wednesday after a one-game absence. The 24-year-old is everything 7.3 points and 4.8 rebounds while knocking down 29.4 percent of 4.3 threes per game in his last four contests.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Smith (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Smith is in danger of missing a second straight game due to an illness. The backup big man has been solid to start his first season in Chicago, averaging 8.9 points and 5.2 rebounds in 14.8 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Smith (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Smith was added to Monday's injury report due to an illness, which is serious enough for him to be sidelined. His next chance at suiting up will be Wednesday against the Knicks. With Smith sidelined Monday, the Bulls could run with smaller lineups when Nikola Vucevic is resting.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Smith (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Smith was a late addition to the injury report which usually isn't a great sign. He's been solid for the Bulls this season, averaging 8.9 points and 5.2 rebounds in 14.6 minutes through nine games. If he's unable to play, the Bulls could potentially use some smaller lineups.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Saturday Smith (knee) is available for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Smith has been dealing with a left knee injury since late October, but he will continue to play through the issue. Over his last four outings, Smith has averaged 6.0 points and 4.8 rebounds over 15.3 minutes per game while coming off the bench.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to suit up for Saturday Smith (knee) is probable for Saturday's matchup versus the Hawks.

Impact Smith has been a mainstay on the injury report due to a left knee effusion, though he will likely suit up for the fifth game in a row Saturday. The 24-year-old center has appeared in each of the Bulls' last four regular-season games, during which he averaged 6.0 points and 4.8 rebounds across 15.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Thursday Smith (knee) is available for Thursday's game against Minnesota.

Impact As has been the trend of late, Smith continues to deal with a left knee effusion but will suit up and should see minutes off the bench. He will operate as the backup center to Nikola Vucevic.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play against Minnesota Smith (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Smith continues to receive probable tags while dealing with a left knee effusion but has suited up in each of Chicago's last three contests. If Smith is upgraded to available, he should continue to operate as the backup center to Nikola Vucevic.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal production in loss Smith racked up two points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt), five rebounds and one steal over 16 minutes during Wednesday's 119-99 loss to Dallas.

Impact Smith scored a season-low two points during Wednesday's loss. Even despite the 24-year-old big man's poor shooting performance against Chicago, he is still converting 44.0 percent of his 3.6 three-point attempts per contest this season. Smith has also tallied at least one block or steal in four straight outings.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Wednesday Smith (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Smith continues to deal with a left knee effusion, but as of now, the injury hasn't forced him to miss time outside of the one game he missed against the Magic on Oct. 30. Smith is averaging 9.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per game off the bench this season.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play against Dallas Smith (knee) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Mavericks, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Smith continues to deal with a left knee effusion but is expected to suit up for his third straight contest. If he's upgraded to available, Smith should operate as a primary bench option in Chicago's frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Gets green light Monday Smith (knee) is available to play in Monday's game against Utah.

Impact Smith sat out of Wednesday's win over Orlando due to a left knee effusion, though he was able to suit up in Friday's loss to Brooklyn. The 24-year-old has made an impact in limited run off the bench this season, during which he has averaged 10.2 points and 5.6 rebounds across 13.6 minutes per game in five regular-season outings.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Smith is probable for Monday's game against the Jazz due to a left knee effusion.

Impact Smith missed one game due to the injury but returned Friday in Brooklyn, posting five points, five rebounds and a block in 14 minutes. He's averaging 13.8 minutes per game off the bench.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Brooklyn Smith (knee) is available for Friday's game versus the Nets, Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Smith has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday after missing Chicago's previous outing with left knee soreness. Smith is averaging 11.5 points and 5.8 rebounds in 13.8 minutes across his four appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Brooklyn Smith (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Nets.

Impact Smith is in danger of missing his second straight contest Friday due to left knee soreness. If Smith is unable to suit up against Brooklyn, Adama Sanogo will likely operate as Chicago's backup center to Nikola Vucevic yet again.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch with knee injury Smith won't play in Wednesday's game against Orlando due to left knee soreness.

Impact Smith was questionable for Wednesday's contest with a sprained left ankle but was upgraded to available. However, he won't face the Magic with what the Bulls are calling left knee soreness. In his stead, Adama Sanogo and Torrey Craig should see more action. Smith's next chance to play will come Friday at Brooklyn.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Smith (ankle) has been cleared for Wednesday's game against Orlando, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Smith had been dealing with a left ankle sprain, but he will suit up as part of a fully healthy Bulls' frontcourt Wednesday. Smith enters the contest having knocked down seven of his last 11 three-point attempts.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy with ankle sprain Smith is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Magic due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Smith has been impactful off the bench for Chicago to start the season, averaging 11.5 points and 5.8 rebounds in 13.8 minutes per game. If he's sidelined, Julian Phillips, Dalen Terry and Matas Buzelis would be candidates for more minutes off the bench.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Makes splash off bench Wednesday Smith notched 15 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and one steal across 17 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 123-111 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact The 24-year-old center was surprisingly productive in his Bulls debut, and he was the only member of the team's second unit to score in double digits. Smith is on his third NBA organization in his fifth season and hasn't really lived up to the potential the Suns saw in him when they selected him 10th overall in the 2020 Draft, but he might have him best chance yet to break out in Chicago, especially if Nikola Vucevic is the next veteran to be dealt after DeMar DeRozan got moved in the offseason.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet Friday Smith notched 14 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and a steal across 17 minutes in Friday's 139-137 preseason win over the Cavaliers.

Impact The starters played over 25 minutes, except Patrick Williams, who left the game with an ankle injury. Smith was undoubtedly one of the most productive players in the second unit. That's the role he'll have once the regular season begins on Wednesday against the Pelicans, and he's expected to open the campaign as Nikola Vucevic's primary backup at center.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Wednesday Smith (knee) will play in Wednesday's preseason contest versus Minnesota, Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Smith and Nikola Vucevic (rest) will both play Wednesday, bringing Chicago's center position to full strength. Ayo Dosunmu (shoulder), Julian Phillips (ribs), Dalen Terry (knee) and Matas Buzelis (shin) represent inactive players for Chicago.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee soreness Monday Coach Billy Donovan said Smith (knee) will not play in Monday's preseason matchup against the Bucks, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Smith has been dealing with knee soreness, though he is not expected to miss any time to start the regular season. The 24-year-old is expected to serve as the club's backup center behind Nikola Vucevic (rest), and with both absent Monday, the club will take an extended look at Adama Sanogo and Kenneth Lofton.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Smith won't play in Saturday's preseason game against the Grizzlies due to knee soreness, Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact The Bulls are being extremely cautious with every player carrying even the smallest of knocks, and Smith will be held out of this contest with the start of the regular season just around the corner. His next chance to play will come against the Bucks on Monday. The Bulls open their regular season against the Pelicans on Oct. 23.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE