Jalen Smith Returns from Calf Injury to Face Kings

Jalen Smith is available for Sunday's game against the Kings after missing five games with a calf injury. To manage his return, he will come off the bench to conserve his minutes. Smith, who averages 9.1 points and 6.5 rebounds as a reserve this season, provides a significant boost to the Bulls' frontcourt depth. His return is expected to reduce playing time for Nick Richards, though it remains to be seen if he will eventually reclaim a starting role.