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Chicago Bulls consider Jalen Smith as potential trade candidate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:46 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Chicago Bulls consider Jalen Smith as potential trade candidate

Summary

The Chicago Bulls are assessing their roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, with Jalen Smith emerging as a possible trade candidate. Drafted 10th overall by the Phoenix Suns in 2020, Smith is in the final year of his contract, making him a viable option for a trade to recoup value. His contract, worth $9.4 million, allows flexibility for potential trade structures. The Los Angeles Lakers have been mentioned as a possible destination for Smith, who averaged 10.2 points and 6.7 rebounds last season.

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•Jalen Smith has been named a potential trade target for the Bulls.
•Smith's contract expires next summer, prompting trade considerations.
•The Lakers show interest in acquiring Smith if a deal is pursued.
•Smith averaged 10.2 points and 6.7 rebounds during the previous season.
•Expectations for the Bulls are low heading into the upcoming season.

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8:46 PMYahoo Sports — Former Lottery Pick Named Potential Trade Candidate for Chicago Bulls

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The Chicago Bulls will be an interesting team to keep an eye on heading into the 2026-27 NBA season.Expectations are relatively low for the Bulls, so perhaps they’ll be able to surprise some people. But, if things go south, they could look to clear some contracts and offload some players. One particular player has been […] The post Former Lottery Pick Named Potential Trade Candidate for Chicago Bulls appeared first on HEAVY.
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