Dennis Smith Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Deemed day-to-day The Nets announced Wednesday that Smith underwent an MRI, which confirmed the diagnosis of a lower back sprain, and will be treated as day-to-day, Brian Lewis of the New York Post...

Impact Smith has already been ruled out for Wednesday's game versus Atlanta, which will mark his second straight absence. Lonnie Walker and Armoni Brooks will likely continue to see increased playing time with Ben Simmons (back) also out. Smith's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Miami.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Smith (back) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Smith will not be traveling with the team, and he will undergo an MRI on Thursday. Hopefully that will provide some clarity on his timetable. Lonnie Walker has stepped up admirably for the Nets, averaging 24.5 points in his last two outings.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Smith (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the 76ers.

Impact Smith has been downgraded from questionable to out and will miss his first game since Nov. 1. Cam Thomas (ankle) and Ben Simmons (hip) also remain sidelined, so Lonnie Walker should be the first guard off the bench behind Spencer Dinwiddie and Mikal Bridges.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Philadelphia Smith is questionable for Sunday's game versus the 76ers due to lower back soreness.

Impact Smith is in danger of missing just his second game of the season Sunday. If he's ruled out, Lonnie Walker and Spencer Dinwiddie will likely receive increased minutes.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Larger role sans Simmons Smith produced eight points (2-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and six assists across 19 minutes during Sunday's 102-94 win over the Wizards.

Impact With Ben Simmons (hip) sidelined, Smith has seen an increased role over the last three games. During that stretch, the backup guard has averaged 8.7 points, 6.0 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 23.7 minutes per game. The severity of Simmons' injury remains unclear, but Smith has some streaming appeal in deeper leagues as long as the Nets' starting point guard remains out.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Smith (hip) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Smith has been upgraded from questionable to available and will suit up following a one-game absence. The backup guard has garnered a modest role to start the regular season, averaging just 4.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 12.7 minutes per game across three appearances.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Chicago Smith (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact While Smith was upgraded from doubtful to questionable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Heat, he was ultimately ruled out. It's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up Friday, but it's at least encouraging that he'll carry a questionable designation on the team's initial injury report.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Wednesday Smith (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Miami, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Although Smith was upgraded from doubtful to questionable Wednesday, he'll ultimately be unable to suit up due to his left hip contusion. Royce O'Neale and Lonnie Walker should see additional run Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Wednesday Smith (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Contrary to a previous report, Smith has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable, rather than being ruled out. If he's able to suit up, he could see a slightly increased role since Spencer Dinwiddie (ankle) has been ruled out.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Smith (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Smith was considered doubtful for Wednesday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him downgraded to out. Royce O'Neale and Lonnie Walker should see increased roles against the Heat with Smith and Spencer Dinwiddie (ankle) unavailable.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Wednesday Smith (hip) is doubtful for Wednesday's contest against the Heat, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith posted three points (1-4 FG), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 14 minutes during Monday's win over the Hornets, but he apparently suffered a hip injury as well. Spencer Dinwiddie (ankle) is also doubtful, so Royce O'Neale and Lonnie Walker are candidates for increased roles in Brooklyn's backcourt.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing minutes limit Coach Jacque Vaughn doesn't expect Smith to play "a ton" of minutes Wednesday against the Cavaliers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith sustained an ankle injury during the preseason but was cleared to play in the Nets' regular-season opener Wednesday after participating in partial practices recently. However, the team will be cautious with his workload, and he likely won't play extended stretches against Cleveland. Vaughn didn't specify a specific number of minutes that he hopes Smith plays, but he'll be eased into action to begin the year.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially cleared Smith (ankle) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's opener against Cleveland, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith's clearance comes after multiple days of partial practices. He will officially be available make his Brooklyn debut Wednesday, backing up Spencer Dinwiddie and Ben Simmons.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Smith isn't cleared to play but continues to practice in a limited fashion. It appears he's ramping up in advance of Brooklyn's regular-season opener and could be a true game-time decision.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs partial practice Smith (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Sunday, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Impact Smith suffered an ankle injury Oct.12 during a preseason scrimmage and hasn't taken the court since. He'll have until Brooklyn's regular-season opener Wednesday against Cleveland to clear the issue.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Wednesday Smith (ankle) didn't play during Wednesday's preseason win over the Heat.

Impact Smith sustained an ankle injury during an exhibition against Maccabi last week and was unavailable for a second consecutive preseason game Wednesday. It's unclear whether he'll be available for the regular-season opener against Cleveland on Oct. 25.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Monday Smith (ankle) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the 76ers, Evan Barnes of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Smith remains sidelined after injuring his ankle during an exhibition against Maccabi on Thursday. X-rays came back negative, but it's still unclear how much time Smith will miss.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

3 goals for Nets' Dennis Smith Jr. heading into training camp With training camp just weeks away from now, here are three goals for Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. to strive to achieve.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

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Hornets Offer 'Wasn't Enough' for Dennis Smith Jr. Some news on Dennis Smith Jr.’s departure to Brooklyn.

JULY 15, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Report | Hornets' Targeting Wizards Guard in Trade Talks Charlotte are searching for a back-up point guard after Dennis Smith Jr left in Free Agency

JULY 15, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Report | Hornets "Monitoring" Wizards Guard in Trade Talks Charlotte are searching for a back-up point guard after Dennis Smith Jr left in Free Agency

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