Jalen Smith
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25 Şubat 2026
Surprisingly listed as doubtful
Smith (calf) is officially listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against Portland.
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Billy Donovan said Wednesday that Smith is "definitely not day-to-day." However, the Bulls' official injury report lists Smith as doubtful for Thursday's contest instead of out. While the contradictory statements leave Smith's timetable for return murky, it'd be shocking to see him suit up Thursday. While Smith is sidelined, look for Nick Richards and Guerschon Yabusele to handle most of the center duties.
25 Şubat 2026
Has no return timetable
Smith (calf) is without a timetable to return, according to Bulls reporter Kevin Lu on Wednesday.
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According to coach Billy Donovan, Smith was not at practice Wednesday and is not considered day-to-day. Based on this update, it's safe to rule Smith out for Thursday's game against Portland, and the big man can be considered week-to-week. Nick Richards could see a bump in minutes in the meantime.
24 Şubat 2026
Ruled out Tuesday
Smith is out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets with a left calf strain.
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Smith's next chance to play comes Thursday against Portland. Depending on how the Bulls plan to handle their lineup, Collin Sexton, Patrick Williams and Nick Richards all have a chance to claim an expanded role.
23 Şubat 2026
Questionable for Tuesday
Smith is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hornets with a left calf strain.
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After leaving Sunday's game against the Knicks early, Smith is in jeopardy of missing Tuesday's contest. His possible absence would allow Guerschon Yabusele and Nick Richards to form a timeshare at the center position, with both likely being viable streaming options in this scenario.
23 Şubat 2026
Won't return Sunday
Smith won't return to Sunday's game against the Knicks due to right calf tightness.
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Smith has been nursing a right calf issue for some time now, and he appeared to aggravate the injury before being ruled out for the remainder of the game. He concludes the contest with 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and a steal in 18 minutes. Nick Richards figures to see more playing time while Smith is sidelined.
22 Şubat 2026
Serviceable again in loss
Smith posted 15 points (5-6 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and three blocks across 25 minutes during Saturday's 126-110 loss to Detroit.
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Smith was productive again despite the loss, although his playing time remains a little underwhelming. He continues to deal with an ongoing calf issue, limiting him to just four appearances in the past nine games. While the production was certainly more than adequate, perhaps the biggest news to come out of Chicago was the fact that Zach Collins is going to miss the remainder of the season due to toe surgery. For those rostering Smith, this should eliminate any concerns there were regarding his starting role.
20 Şubat 2026
Flirts with double-double in return
Smith accumulated nine points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals across 24 minutes during Thursday's 110-101 loss to the Raptors.
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Smith returned to action after missing the previous three games with a calf issue. He moved straight back into the starting lineup, falling one point short of a double-double. In nine appearances over the past month, Smith has been able to flirt with top-80 value in standard leagues, averaging 12.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, 2.0 three-pointers and 0.9 steals. While the rotations in Chicago are going to be unpredictable, it does appear as though Smith could be looking at a sizeable role for the foreseeable future.
19 Şubat 2026
Upgraded to available
Smith (calf) is available for Thursday's game against Toronto.
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Smith is back from a three-game absence with a strained right calf and will likely push Guerschon Yabusele to the bench and eat into the playing time of Nick Richards. Over his last 12 appearances, Smith has averaged 13.3 points, 8.4 rebounds. 1.3 assists and 2.1 three-pointers in 26.8 minutes per game.