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Dealing with back soreness Smith is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Rockets due to lower back soreness.

Impact Smith has appeared in seven straight games (one start), averaging 7.7 points, 4.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 20.6 minutes during that stretch. If he's sidelined, more minutes will be available for Cam Thomas and two-way players Armoni Brooks and Keon Johnson.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Smith won't start Friday's game against the Wizards.

Impact With Spencer Dinwiddie out, Smith slid into the starting lineup Wednesday and flirted with a triple-double. However, now that the Nets are back to full strength, Smith will handle his usual role off the bench. Across his last three appearances as a reserve, Smith has averaged 6.3 points, 3.7 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 19.7 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet in big loss Smith notched 14 points (7-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 144-122 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Smith embraced a larger role on offense with several regulars sidelined, and he responded by ending just two assists and three rebounds away from a triple-double. Expect Smith to continue playing off the bench once the Nets take on the Wizards on Dec. 29, and that would limit his upside considerably.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Smith is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Bucks.

Impact Smith will replace Spencer Dinwiddie (rest) in the starting lineup Wednesday. Smith will make his first start of the season and is averaging 8.4 points, 4.2 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 20.4 minutes across his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid all-around line in return Smith (back) posted seven points (2-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists, four rebounds and one steal across 19 minutes in Friday's 122-117 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Smith returned to action after missing Brooklyn's previous seven games with a back injury. The 26-year-old delivered useful returns in the assists and steals columns, and he should remain a decent streaming option for those two categories if he continues to stick in around a 20-minute role off the bench and is able to avoid any further injuries.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play against Denver Smith (back) said during shootaround that he will play in Friday's game versus the Nuggets, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Impact Smith is officially listed as probable but will suit up Friday after missing the last seven games with back soreness. The 26-year-old guard will likely be on a minutes restriction against Denver.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Smith (back) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith was initially questionable for Friday's matchup after being cleared for full basketball activities, and he's trending in the right direction ahead of the game. It wouldn't be surprising to see his multi-game absence come to an end Friday, but it's possible he faces some restrictions during his first game back in action.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday, iffy for Friday Smith (back) remains out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks but will be questionable for Friday's matchup versus the Nuggets after being cleared for full basketball activities...

Impact Smith will continue to increase his on-court work over the next two days before presumably being a game-time decision Friday. Barring setbacks, Smith is trending toward returning to game action soon.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Smith (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks, C.J. Holmes of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Smith hasn't played since Dec. 6 due to back soreness. He's due for another evaluation soon, but until he returns to practice, Smith can be considered doubtful, at best, for future contests.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for entire road trip Smith (back) won't join the Nets in the rest of their ongoing West Coast road trip, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact This means Smith won't play against the Nuggets, Warriors and Jazz, leaving the door open for a potential return to action against the Knicks, one of his former teams, on Dec. 20. The floor general has logged 13 appearances off the bench this season, averaging 6.7 points, 3.5 assists and 3.0 rebounds across 17.6 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Thursday Smith (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Nuggets, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Smith will be unavailable for a fourth consecutive game due to an upper back strain. Spencer Dinwiddie and Cam Thomas should continue to see plenty of run against Denver.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Smith (back) will not play Wednesday against Phoenix, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith will miss his third consecutive game due to an upper back strain. Spencer Dinwiddie has consistently held the largest workload in Brooklyn's backcourt, averaging 35.3 minutes per game over his last nine appearances. Cameron Johnson will likely continue being tasked with some of Smith's defensive responsibilities, however.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Smith (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Kings.

Impact Smith will miss a second consecutive game due to an upper back sprain. The seventh-year pro has missed seven of the last nine games due to back issues. When available, Smith has been effective, averaging 11.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 2.0 steals in 21.5 minutes per game in his last two games.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Smith (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Wizards, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Just a few minutes after being a late addition to the injury as questionable with upper back soreness, Smith has officially been ruled out. He recently missed six straight games due to a lower back strain, so the Nets will presumably be cautious, as the two injuries are likely related.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back soreness Smith is questionable for Friday's game against the Wizards due to upper-back soreness, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Smith is a late addition to the injury report, which doesn't bode well for his availability. The backup point guard recently missed six straight games due to a lower-back sprain but is now dealing with an upper-back issue. It's unclear if the two issues are related, but Brooklyn will probably exercise caution either way.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers double-double in return Smith (back) posted 10 points (5-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one block in 21 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 129-101 win over the Magic.

Impact Smith had missed the Nets' previous six games with a lower-back sprain, but he returned with a vengeance Saturday, coming through what was perhaps his best fantasy line of the season. The 26-year-old may not have a path to see his playing time increase much further unless Spencer Dinwiddie, Cam Thomas or Miles Bridges miss time moving forward, but Smith should be well-positioned to hold down a rotation spot for the foreseeable future while Ben Simmons (back) is without a clear timeline to return to action. Smith profiles best as a streaming option for steals and assists in deeper leagues.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dennis Smith Jr. | Post-Game Press Conference | Orlando Magic | 12.02.2023

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Good to go Saturday Smith (back) is available for Saturday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Smith has been upgraded from probable to available Saturday after missing the previous six games with a lower back sprain. The 26-year-old guard was averaging 17.0 minutes before going down to injury but will likely be eased back into the rotation.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return Saturday Smith (back) is probable for Saturday's game against the Magic, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith has missed the last six games due to a lower back sprain, but he'll likely return to the court Saturday. Assuming he's available, he could face a minutes restriction during his first game back in action.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Smith (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Charlotte, C.J. Holmes of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Smith continues to deal with a lower back sprain and will be unavailable for a sixth consecutive matchup. His next opportunity to return will be Saturday against the Magic.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Smith (back) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Hornets, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Smith is in danger of missing his sixth straight game due to a lower back sprain. Lonnie Walker and Cam Thomas (ankle) will likely be Brooklyn's primary backcourt options off the bench if Smith is ruled out.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Smith (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup versus the Raptors, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Smith will miss a fifth straight game due to a lower back strain. Ben Simmons (hip) and Cam Thomas (ankle) also remain out, so Lonnie Walker should continue to see heavy usage behind Spencer Dinwiddie and Mikal Bridges. Smith's next chance to play will come Thursday versus the Hornets.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Smith (back) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup versus the Raptors, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith has missed four straight games due to a lower back strain, but this is the first time he's listed as questionable since the injury originally popped up, which is a sign of progress. Ben Simmons (hip) remains out and Cam Thomas (ankle) is doubtful, so Smith could see a sizable role if he's cleared without restrictions.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Smith (back) will not play Sunday against Chicago, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Smith will miss his fourth consecutive game due to a lower back strain. Smith is not dealing with a long-term injury, but he, Ben Simmons (back) and Cam Thomas (ankle) will remain sidelined Sunday in a shallow Nets' rotation anchored by Spencer Dinwiddie, Lonnie Walker and Cameron Johnson.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Smith (back) will not play in Saturday's game against Miami.

Impact Smith is considered day-to-day, but it remains to be seen if he'll be ready in time for Sunday's game against the Bulls. Lonnie Walker has been getting the bulk of the backcourt minutes for the second unit in recent games, so look for that trend to continue in the meantime.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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