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Smith (calf) has been downgraded to out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Smith has been dealing with a right calf issue over the past week and a half, and the issue will prevent him from suiting up Saturday. Smith's absence means Guerschon Yabusele and Nick Richards will likely handle most of the center minutes, while Lachlan Olbrich or Leonard Miller could be mixed in. Smith's next chance to play will come Monday at Brooklyn.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Iffy for Saturday
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Smith is questionable for Saturday's game versus Denver with a right calf strain.
Smith continues to battle a lingering right calf issue and remains day-to-day. With Nikola Vucevic no longer in Chicago, Smith could see an uptick in fantasy appeal moving forward.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Drops 16 points in return
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Smith (calf) registered 16 points (5-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 20 minutes during Tuesday's 131-115 loss to the Bucks.
After missing the prior two games due to a calf issue, Smith rejoined the lineup and scored in double digits in his 11th straight appearance (eight starts). Over that 11-game stretch, the 25-year-old big man is averaging 13.3 points, 8.4 boards, 2.3 three-pointers, 1.3 assists, 0.6 steals and 0.5 blocks in 27.0 minutes. With Nikola Vucevic shipped out to Boston on Tuesday, Smith looks like he'll be locked in as the Bulls' starting center for the rest of the season, barring Chicago making other additions at the position ahead of Thursday's trade deadline.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Cleared to play
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Smith (calf) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Smith's availability was in question due to cramping in his right calf, but he's been given the green light to take the court Tuesday. He's expected to be held around the 20-minute mark, but that could change depending on how he feels at halftime, per K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network. Smith is averaging 13.6 points and 7.2 rebounds in his previous five appearances.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Iffy for Tuesday
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Smith is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks due to right calf cramping.
Smith is in danger of missing a third consecutive contest with the issue. If the big man remains out, Lachlan Olbrich should step into the backup center role behind Nikola Vucevic, but the former wouldn't carry much fantasy appeal in that spot.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Not playing Sunday
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Smith (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Miami.
Smith will end up missing both of Chicago's weekend games against Miami while nursing a right calf injury, and his next chance to play is Tuesday against Milwaukee. The Bulls are getting back Nikola Vucevic (rest) for Sunday's contest, but Patrick Williams -- who started Saturday -- should see a fair amount of minutes in Smith's absence.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Ruled out Saturday vs. Miami
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Smith (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat.
Smith injured his right calf during the Bulls' 116-113 loss to Miami on Thursday, which will prevent him from playing in Saturday's contest. Nikola Vucevic (rest) is listed as doubtful for the contest, so the Bulls will have to lean on Lachlan Olbrich and Patrick Williams in Smith's absence. Smith's next chance to play is Sunday's rematch with the Heat.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Questionable for Saturday
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Smith (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game in Miami.
Nikola Vucevic (rest) is slated to sit out Saturday's game, so Smith will likely be starting if he's cleared. Check back for another update on Smith closer to Saturday's tip.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Won't return due to calf injury
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Smith will not return to Thursday's game against the Heat due to right calf tightness.
Smith's night will end with 11 points (4-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and five rebounds (three offensive) over 15 minutes in the first half. Patrick Williams should see a significant increase in minutes off the bench for the second half in Smith's absence.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Back in starting lineup
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Smith is in the Bulls' starting lineup against the Heat on Thursday.
Smith will make his 10th start of the season Thursday (and sixth in seven games) while Josh Giddey (hamstring) sits out of the second leg of the Bulls' back-to-back set. Smith has averaged 12.6 points, 9.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 2.1 threes, 0.8 blocks and 0.7 steals in 27.8 minutes per game over his last 10 outings (six starts).
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Available to play
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Smith (calf) is available for Thursday's game versus the Heat.
Smith is dealing with some minor soreness in his right calf, but he'll power through it and get out there for Thursday's match. Smith has been playing well in January, posting averages of 12.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.9 triples and 1.0 blocks per contest.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Probable for Thursday
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Smith is probable for Thursday's game against Miami with right calf soreness.
For now, the expectation is that Smith will push through this injury for the second leg of this back-to-back set. During Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Smith fared well with 13 points, 11 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 28 minutes.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Not starting Wednesday
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Smith is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
The Pacers are rolling out a smaller lineup Wednesday, which is being countered by a small-ball group by the Bulls that has Josh Giddey back in the first unit. Over his last six appearances off the bench, Smith has averaged 10.5 points, 9.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.7 blocks in 23.1 minutes per game.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Sinks three triples in loss
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Smith recorded 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), seven rebounds and one steal over 37 minutes during Monday's 129-118 loss to the Lakers.
Smith delivered an efficient performance in this one, finishing as one of six Bulls players to score in double figures. The big man was productive from beyond the arc yet again, and he has knocked down multiple triples in seven straight games, marking the longest such streak of his career. The sixth-year pro has started five straight games, averaging 13.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.4 three-pointers across 29.2 minutes per game over that stretch.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Double-doubles in start
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Smith produced 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Sunday's 124-102 victory over the Nets.
Smith moved into the starting lineup for the fifth time this campaign, recording his seventh double-double in the process. He's in the midst of a very strong campaign, posting averages of 9.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.9 blocks in 19.0 minutes per contest.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Starting Sunday
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Smith is in the Bulls' starting lineup against the Nets on Sunday.
Smith will make his fifth start of the season Sunday, replacing Tre Jones in the Bulls' starting lineup. Smith has recorded a double-double in each of his last two outings, having averaged 13.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 3.0 threes and 2.0 blocks over 26.0 minutes per game over that span.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Double-double with four blocks
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Smith closed with 14 points (4-11 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal over 35 minutes during Friday's 112-109 loss to the Nets.
Smith logged a season-high 35 minutes, recording his second straight double-double, while also adding five combined steals-plus-blocks. Despite coming off the bench to start the game, Smith started the second half, helping fuel a comeback that ultimately fell just short. Although his efficiency continues to be an issue, Smith is certainly doing enough to be rostered in standard leagues, flirting with top-100 value in five games over the past two weeks.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Double-double off bench Wednesday
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Smith finished with 12 points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist in 17 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 128-126 win over Utah.
The 25-year-old center delivered his fifth double-double of the season, three of which have come in his last six games (four starts). Over nine contests since Christmas, Smith is averaging 10.8 points, 9.0 boards, 1.3 blocks, 1.3 threes and 1.1 assists in 23.0 minutes, and his fantasy value could get a significant boost if Nikola Vucevic is traded, especially if Zach Collins (toe) remains sidelined as well.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Headed to bench
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Smith will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.
Smith started in Tuesday's loss to the Rockets, but with Coby White back in action and starting, Smith will shift back to the second unit. As a reserve this season, Smith has posted averages of 8.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.4 triples and 0.8 blocks per contest.
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Bulls' Jalen Smith: Flirts with double-double
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Smith supplied 14 points (5-13 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds and one assist across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 119-113 loss to the Rockets.
Smith fell one rebound short of a double-double after being elevated into the starting lineup, with Coby White sidelined due to injury management. Having only just returned from a two-game absence, Smith logged a season-high 36 minutes, putting himself back on the standard league radar. While he presents as more of a stash than a must-roster player, he could be worth a speculative pickup right now, especially if he remains a sizeable part of the rotation.
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