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Jalen Smith's playing status unclear for Bulls vs. Celtics matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 7:18 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Jalen Smith's playing status unclear for Bulls vs. Celtics matchup

Summary

The Chicago Bulls are set to face the Boston Celtics on Friday night. After a tough start to the season, with a record of 1-4, the Bulls recently lost to the Celtics 134-99 and then the New York Knicks 133-127. Jalen Smith, who has been filling in at center due to Nic Claxton's hamstring injury, is listed as questionable with a left finger sprain. Smith has averaged 13.4 points and 8.2 rebounds so far this season. His availability will be clarified closer to game time.

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Status Watch

•Bulls lost 134-99 to Celtics in their previous matchup.
•Chicago's current record is 1-4.
•Jalen Smith is averaging 13.4 points and 8.2 rebounds.
•Smith is questionable for the game due to a finger sprain.
•Nic Claxton remains out with a hamstring injury.

Latest Updates

7:18 PMYahoo Sports — Is Jalen Smith playing tonight? Bulls vs Celtics injury report

What they're saying

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The Chicago Bulls will visit the Boston Celtics on Friday. On Monday, the Bulls lost to the Celtics 134-99. Then they lost to the New York Knicks, 133-127, to start the year 1-4. Jalen Smith is listed as questionable on the NBA injury report with a left finger sprain. Smith has been filling in at center for Nic Claxton, who’s out with a hamstring […] The post Is Jalen Smith playing tonight? Bulls vs Celtics injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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