Bulls Sign Jalen Smith in Youth Movement

The Chicago Bulls have signed 24-year-old free-agent center Jalen Smith to a three-year, $27 million contract, continuing their youth movement. Smith, who averaged 9.9 points and 5.5 rebounds last season with the Indiana Pacers, will serve as a backup to Nikola Vucevic. This move follows other recent signings including 22-year-old Patrick Williams, who has agreed to a five-year, $90 million contract, and the acquisition of 21-year-old Josh Giddey. The Bulls' executive vice president of basketball operations, Artūras Karnišovas, appears focused on reshaping the team with young talent. Additionally, veteran center Andre Drummond has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, further emphasizing the Bulls' shift towards younger players.