DeShawn Harris-Smith - College Basketball News & Rumors

Steps away from Georgetown Harris-Smith (personal) has stepped away from Georgetown, according to Sam Gillenwater of On3.com.

Impact Stepping away from Georgetown confirms that the NCAA's ongoing season is over for Harris-Smith. He logged a regular role for the Hoyas, averaging 16.3 minutes in his six games. As of the junior's roster removal, it is unknown whether or not he can redshirt this season. If so, Harris-Smith would maintain two years of collegiate eligibility.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday and on leave Harris-Smith (personal) will miss Saturday's game versus St. Peter's and is on leave from the team, The Hoya Sports reports.

Impact Harris-Smith will miss his third consecutive game Saturday as he continues to deal with a personal matter. It's unclear what his timeline for return is but the fact that he's away from the team is not a great sign for a quick return. Through six games this season he's averaging 5.2 points, 2.5 rebounds and 0.7 steals across 16.3 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. UNC Harris-Smith (personal) won' play in Monday's game versus North Carolina, per Adam Zagoria of NJ.com.

Impact Harris-Smith will miss his second straight game after sitting out the Dec. 3 win over UMBC with an illness. He should make his return to the court during Saturday's game versus Saint Peter's.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses game with illness Harris-Smith (illness) did not play in Wednesday's 90-81 win over UMBC, per The Hoya Sports.

Impact Harris-Smith missed his second game of the season in the Hoyas' win over UMBC. The junior guard's absence will hopefully be limited to just one showing, and his next chance to see the court will be this upcoming Sunday at UNC.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays eight minutes in return Harris-Smith (undisclosed) ended with two points (1-2 FG) across eight minutes during Thursday's 84-79 OT loss to Dayton.

Impact Harris-Smith returned from a one-game absence, but he was limited to only eight minutes, so his involvement was minimal. Harris-Smith has been a regular contributor off the bench for Georgetown, but his lack of a steady role limits his upside.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

GTD for Thursday Harris-Smith (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Thursday's game against Dayton, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Harris-Smith missed Georgetown's most recent contest with an undisclosed injury. The forward's status likely won't be determined until he tests out the injury pregame. Harris-Smith is averaging 6.3 points and 3.3 rebounds across 18.0 minutes per game this season.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Saturday Harris-Smith (undisclosed) didn't play in Saturday's 92-75 victory over Wagner.

Impact The reasons behind Harris-Smith's absence are unclear, but this was the first time the guard missed a game in 2025-26. His earliest chance to return will be against Dayton on Thursday. Harris-Smith is averaging 18.0 minutes per game off the bench in four contests this season.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Harris-Smith has quickly established himself as a player primed to have a significant role in the Hoyas' team. He figures to start on the wing, but his flexibility allows him to fulfill several different roles in the rotation.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Committing to Georgetown Harris-Smith has committed to play for Georgetown for the 2025-26 season, per Joe Tipton of On3.com,

Impact Harris-Smith will join the Hoyas following two seasons with Maryland. The 6-foot-5 sophomore shifted to a reserve role with the Terrapins this past season, averaging 2.5 points and 2.4 rebounds in 15.4 minutes per game across 36 appearances. He will retain two years of eligibility with Georgetown moving forward.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Maryland Harris-Smith has announced his intentions to enter the NCAA transfer portal, --- reports.

Impact Harris-Smith will depart from Maryland after spending the last two seasons with the Terrapins. The 6-foot-5 burst onto the scene during the 2023-24 season, averaging 7.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.9 steals across 33 games (30 starts), before shifting into a bench role during his second year at the collegiate level. Harris-Smith will look for a larger role with a new program this offseason.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 25, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 22 UCLA upset following Maryland's DeShawn Harris-Smith's strong and-1 in 79-61 final score

JANUARY 11, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Productive off the bench Harris-Smith registered 10 points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one steal in 22 minutes during Sunday's 96-58 win over Alcorn State.

Impact Harris-Smith logged 10 points, three rebounds, five assists and a steal as the Terrapins soundly defeated Alcorn State on Sunday. The 6-foot-5 sophomore has appeared in all eight games this season (four starts), averaging 5.1 points, four rebounds, 2.4 assists and 0.5 steals on 21.6 minutes per game. Harris-Smith remains involved in the Terrapin's gameplan regardless of whether or not he is in the starting five.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 17, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

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MARCH 25, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Scores 16 against Wisconsin Harris-Smith registered 16 points (6-15 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-3 FT), two rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes during Thursday's 87-56 loss to Wisconsin.

Impact Harris-Smith cashed in 3-of-4 looks from deep, closing with 16 points, two rebounds and three assists during Thursday's loss to the Badgers. The 6-foot-5 freshman has appeared in all 33 games this season, averaging 7.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 0.9 steals on 29.5 minutes per game. Harris-Smith struggled to find his shot during his freshman season but showed the ability to impact the game elsewhere in his collegiate debut.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid outing in defeat Harris-Smith chipped in 14 points (6-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and five rebounds across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 68-61 loss to Northwestern.

Impact Harris-Smith closed with 14 points and five rebounds as the Terrapins were taken down by the Wildcats on Wednesday night. The 6-foot-5 freshman has appeared in all 29 games this season (27 starts), averaging 7.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.9 steals on 29.7 minutes per game. Harris-Smith and the Terrapins will look to bounce back against Indiana on Sunday.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maryland's DeShawn Harris-Smith makes a tough contested layup to trim Illinois' lead

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Returns to starting role Harris-Smith is in the starting lineup to face Illinois, Patrick Stevens of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Harris-Smith has been a regular starter for Maryland this season, featuring in the first unit in all but two of his appearances in 2023-24, so it's not surprising to see him returning to the starting five. He returns to the first unit after tallying 17 points off the bench in the team's previous game against Iowa on Feb. 14.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stifled in loss Harris-Smith totaled two points (1-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and two rebounds in 21 minutes during Tuesday's 67-53 loss to Purdue.

Impact Harris-Smith converted just 1-of-7 looks from the field as Maryland was taken down by the Boilermakers on Tuesday. The 6-foot-5 freshman has struggled to keep up with the tremendous workload Maryland's coaching staff has given him in his first collegiate season, averaging 7.6 points (on 34.6/18.4/56.0 shooting splits), 4.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.4 steals on 28.4 minutes per game. Harris-Smith will look to get back on track against the Golden Gophers on Sunday.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maryland's Deshawn Harris-Smith finds Caelum Swanton-Rodger for a tough alley-oop vs. Nicholls State

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

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NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Starting in first collegiate game Harris-Smith is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Mount St. Mary's.

Impact Harris-Smith has been able to come right in and adapt to the college game during Maryland's summer and fall practices. He figures to see a lot of action as the starting shooting guard and could make himself a value piece in fantasy formats that feature the Big Ten.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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No. 22 UCLA upset following Maryland's DeShawn Harris-Smith's strong and-1 in 79-61 final score

Maryland's DeShawn Harris-Smith makes a tough contested layup to trim Illinois' lead

Maryland's Deshawn Harris-Smith finds Caelum Swanton-Rodger for a tough alley-oop vs. Nicholls State