Jalen Smith
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13. Dezember 2025
Nabs 10 boards in return
Smith provided five points (2-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 17 minutes during Friday's 129-126 victory over the Hornets.
Analyse
Smith made his first appearance since Nov. 28 due to a left hamstring issue. He struggled a bit on the offensive end but still managed to rack up double-digit rebounds despite being on a 20-minute restriction. Smith typically sits around the 20-minute mark on a nightly basis in his role behind Nikola Vucevic, so the limit shouldn't have much of an impact as he eases back into the swing of things.
12. Dezember 2025
Good to go Friday
Smith (hamstring) will play on a 20-minute restriction during Friday's game against the Hornets, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Analyse
After missing five consecutive contests due to a left hamstring strain, Smith will return to action against Charlotte. The big man will likely split time with Zach Collins (wrist) behind starter Nikola Vucevic, assuming Collins ditches his probable tag. Over his last five appearances, Smith has averaged 9.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in 19.6 minutes per contest.
11. Dezember 2025
Likely to play Friday
Smith (hamstring) is probable for Friday's game against the Hornets.
Analyse
After practicing in full Wednesday, Smith is set to play Friday. The veteran big man has missed five straight games with a hamstring strain, and Smith is expected to split the backup center minutes with Zach Collins (wrist), likely leaving both fighting for scraps off the bench.
10. Dezember 2025
Practices Wednesday
Smith (hamstring) practiced in full Wednesday, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Analyse
Smith has missed the past five games for Charlotte, but the recent time off has done him a lot of good. He'll have another 48 hours to recover in time for Friday's game against the Hornets.
7. Dezember 2025
Won't play Sunday
Smith (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Analyse
Smith will officially miss a fifth straight game due to a hamstring injury, but he'll have additional time to recover before the Bulls' next game Friday against the Hornets. Zach Collins (wrist) will continue to serve as Chicago's primary backup center behind Nikola Vucevic.