"Jaden Ivey has been dealing with knee pain all season and was shut down after just four games with the Bulls. He hasn't looked like himself since fracturing his left fibula on Jan. 1, 2025."
"The Bulls could opt to pull Ivey's $8.8 million qualifying offer and let him hit unrestricted free agency, potentially re-signing him to a more cost-effective deal."
"Smith had been in and out of Chicago's lineup since hurting his right calf on Feb. 24, and now the Bulls are sitting one of their best players for the final two-and-a-half weeks of their season."
Jaden Ivey and Jalen Smith will be sidelined for the rest of the 2025-26 season. Ivey has struggled with knee pain and has played only four games since joining the Bulls. He is set to become a restricted free agent, but his health issues may affect his market value. Smith has also faced injury challenges, missing games due to a calf injury. The Bulls may consider letting Ivey walk due to their surplus of guards and his uncertain long-term availability.
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