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

Headed to Brooklyn The Nets agreed to sign Smith (toe) to a one-year contract Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith will join his sixth team in seven seasons. The 2017 No. 7 pick averaged 8.8 points, 4.8 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 25.7 minutes across 54 games for Charlotte in 2022-23. While Smith the final seven games of the season with a toe injury, he should be healthy going into next year and will compete for a backup point guard job behind Spencer Dinwiddie.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in regular-season finale Smith (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against Cleveland.

Impact As expected, Smith will miss a sixth straight game to end the 2022-23 campaign. Across 54 appearances (15 starts), the sixth-year point guard averaged 8.8 points, 4.8 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 25.7 minutes per game during his first season with the Hornets.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets beat Hornets 112-109 for 2nd straight victory

Kevin Porter Jr. and Jalen Green each had 26 points and the Houston Rockets beat the Charlotte Hornets 112-109 on Friday night

APRIL 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Considered questionable Smith (toe) is questionable for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Smith has missed four straight games due to a left toe issue and was listed as questionable ahead of each of the last three games, so his injury designation doesn't offer much optimism. If Smith is sidelined again, Theo Maledon, James Bouknight and Kobi Simmons would remain candidates for increased roles.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Tuesday Smith (toe) is questionable to play Tuesday against the Raptors.

Impact Smith has missed the last three games while dealing with a toe injury, and the questionable tag doesn't give a lot of hope regarding his availability, especially since the Hornets don't have anything to play in the final week of the regular season. Theo Maledon and James Bouknight should see heavy minutes once again if Smith can't go Tuesday.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Tuesday Smith has been ruled out for Tuesday's game versus the Thunder due to a right toe sprain.

Impact Despite previously being listed as the team's starting point guard, Smith is a late scratch Tuesday. Theo Maledon will replace him in the starting five. Smith's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Chicago.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hands out nine assists Smith amassed 13 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Friday's 117-109 win over Dallas.

Impact Smith had the challenging task of guarding Kyrie Irving, and he posted a solid stat line while ending just one assist away from recording a double-double. Terry Rozier (foot) has been tabbed as a game-time call for Sunday's matchup against Dallas, and if he can't go, then Smith could find himself in the starting lineup once again. Smith is averaging 10.5 points, 6.9 assists and 4.4 rebounds as a starter this season.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dennis Smith Jr. Dagger: Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving Can't Push Sinking Mavs Past Hornets The Dallas Mavericks’ struggles continued on Friday night, as they lost to a lottery-locked Charlotte Hornets team that was playing its seco...

MARCH 25, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Undermanned Hornets beat Doncic, Irving and Mavs 117-109

MARCH 25, 2023 • Associated Press

Gets starting nod Coach Steve Clifford said Smith is in the starting lineup and will guard Kyrie Irving in Friday's matchup with Dallas, Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Smith's insertion in the starting lineup likely means either Terry Rozier (foot) or Kelly Oubre (shoulder) won't play Friday. Smith is averaging 10.3 points, 6.8 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 2.1 steals in 31.4 minutes across 13 starts this season.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for action Smith (illness) is available for Friday's game in Dallas.

Impact As expected, Smith has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up Friday after leaving Thursday's loss early with an illness. With Terry Rozier (foot) doubtful and Kelly Oubre (shoulder) questionable, Smith could operate as the starting point guard against the team that drafted him in 2017.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available Friday Smith (illness) is probable for Friday's game against Dallas.

Impact Smith left Thursday's loss to the Pelicans early due to an illness, but it appears he'll be able to suit up for the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back Friday. With Terry Rozier (foot) doubtful, Smith, if cleared, could move into the starting lineup and see an increased workload versus the Mavericks.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return Thursday Smith has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against the Pelicans due to illness.

Impact Smith joins Terry Rozier (foot) and Kelly Oubre (shoulder) as an early exit from Thursday's matchup after feeling under the weather. He finished with eight points and four assists over 22 minutes while Bryce McGowens and Svi Mykhailiuk will likely see expanded roles for the remainder of the game. Smith's next chance to play will come Friday against Dallas.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench with Oubre available Smith will come off the bench during Tuesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Schuyler Callihan of SI.com reports.

Impact With Kelly Oubre (back) available following a one-game absence, Smith will resume a bench role. He's played well lately, scoring in double figures in five of the past six games (11.5 PPG), but needs to be more efficient, as he's slashing 41/27/68. Also during this stretch, the guard has averaged 5.5 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 26.0 minutes.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong two-way effort Sunday Smith finished Sunday's 114-108 loss to the Cavaliers with 14 points (5-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and three steals in 37 minutes.

Impact Smith moved into the starting lineup Sunday, replacing Kelly Oubre who was out with a back injury. Smith played a team-high 37 minutes in the loss, cobbling together arguably his best all-around performance of the season. He has been somewhat of a revelation this season, playing a much larger role than anyone expected. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) done for the season and very little to play for, Smith should continue to be a 12-team option ROS.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially starting Sunday Smith is starting Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Smith has started just one game since the start of the calendar year, but he'll join the lineup for Sunday's matchup since Kelly Oubre (back) has been ruled out. Smith has scored in double figures in four of his last five appearances, averaging 11.0 points, 5.2 assists and 3.2 rebounds in 23.8 minutes per game during that time.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to start Sunday Charlotte head coach Steve Clifford said Smith is expected to start at point guard in Sunday's game against the Cavaliers with Kelly Oubre (back) listed as doubtful for the contest...

Impact Oubre has started alongside Terry Rozier in the backcourt in each of the last six games since LaMelo Ball (ankle) suffered a season-ending injury, but Smith has proven useful enough while serving as Charlotte's sixth man. In the six games sans Ball, Smith is averaging 10.5 points, 5.3 assists, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 steals, 0.8 blocks and 0.7 triples in 24.2 minutes per game. With Oubre likely out of the mix Sunday, Smith should make for a strong streaming option for the assists and defensive categories, though fantasy managers should be aware of Smith's potential to inflict damage in the two percentage categories.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid line in loss Smith accumulated eight points (2-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), five rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal across 26 minutes during Wednesday's 105-91 loss to the Suns.

Impact Smith did a great job contributing across multiple categories Wednesday night, adding his typical assists and steals but also excellent rebound and block numbers for a guard. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) set to miss the remainder of the season, Smith is in line to get a good chunk of those minutes, and fantasy managers who are punting field-goal percentage could do worse by adding Smith for the fantasy playoff stretch.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets' Dennis Smith Jr. enjoying a resurgence, will be key in LaMelo Ball's absence Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. is enjoying a resurgence and will be key with LaMelo Ball sidelined for remainder of the season.

MARCH 2, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Williams, Hornets send Heat to 4th straight defeat 108-103

Gordon Hayward scored 21 points, rookie center Mark Williams posted career highs with 18 points and 20 rebounds and the surging Charlotte Hornets defeated the Miami Heat 108-103 fo...

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • Associated Press

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FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Coming off bench Friday Smith will come off the bench Friday against the Timberwolves, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Smith heads back to the bench with Terry Rozier (hand) returning following a one-game absence. As a reserve this month, Smith is averaging 10.7 points, 2.6 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 23.0 minutes.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces well in spot start Smith logged 10 points (3-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine assists, five rebounds and three steals in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 120-110 victory over the Spurs.

Impact Due to the absence of Terry Rozier (hand), Smith drew his first start since Nov. 10 and made the most of his chances. He reached double figures in scoring for a third straight game and narrowly missed out on a double-double, as Smith and backcourt mate LaMelo Ball combined for 19 assists. If Rozier is ready to go coming out of the All-Star break, Smith will move to the bench and lose out on some playing time, but he should still be in store for a consistent 20-plus-minute role as the top guard on the Hornets' second unit.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting for injured Rozier Smith will get the nod at shooting guard for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact With Terry Rozier (hand) sidelined, Smith draws his first start since mid-November. Still, he's maintained a steady role in the rotation all season and is averaging 10.1 points, 5.8 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.7 steals when seeing at least 24 minutes (20 games).

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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