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

Likely starting Wednesday Coach Steve Clifford said Smith will start if Terry Rozier (hand) is unable to play in Wednesday's game versus the Spurs, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Rozier is currently listed as doubtful with a hand injury, so it is unlikely he suits up Wednesday. Smith is averaging 10.0 points, 6.5 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.9 steals in 30.9 minutes across his previous 11 starts this season. Fantasy managers should check in before game-time to see the Hornets' official lineup.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Submits well-rounded box-score line Smith finished Saturday's 119-105 loss to the Nuggets with 15 points (6-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in 27 minutes.

Impact The continued absences of Kelly Oubre (hand) and Cody Martin (knee) and the trade of Jalen McDaniels to the 76ers at the trade deadline appears to have proven beneficial for Smith, who has been logging more playing time of late alongside starting point guard LaMelo Ball. Smith has now cleared 20 minutes in all six of the Hornets' games in February, averaging 10.5 points, 2.7 assists, 2.3 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks while shooting 55.6 percent from the field. That level of production is enough to keep Smith relevant in 14-team category leagues, and he shapes up as a decent streaming option for steals in 12-team formats.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Smith (wrist) will take the floor Friday versus the Pistons.

Impact Already tabbed as probable on the initial injury report, Smith will take his usual in the rotation as the backup point guard behind LaMelo Ball. Even so, Smith doesn't produce consistently enough in a bench role to warrant fantasy consideration in most fantasy formats.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Friday Smith is probable for Friday's game against the Pistons due to a left wrist sprain.

Impact Smith hasn't missed any games since the start of the calendar year, and it appears likely that he'll be able to suit up Friday despite his wrist issue. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 5.0 points and 3.2 rebounds in 21.0 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Sunday Smith (illness) is available for Sunday's matchup against the Heat.

Impact As expected, Smith will play Sunday after initially being listed as probable with an illness. The backup point guard has appeared in 13 straight games and has averaged 6.8 points, 4.2 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 23.3 minutes during that stretch.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Sunday Smith is probable for Sunday's meeting with Miami due to a non-COVID illness.

Impact Smith has received a probable designation due to an illness and will likely play Sunday. However, his status is worth keeping an eye on, considering his availability will be determined by how he feels prior to Sunday's 1:00 PM EST tipoff.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out nine assists Smith notched 15 points (6-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine assists and three rebounds across 29 minutes during Monday's 120-102 loss to the Jazz.

Impact Though he hasn't entered the starting five while point guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) has been sidelined for the past two games, Smith has benefited from an uptick in playing time on the second unit and has been a strong source of assists in the star floor general's absence. Smith hasn't provided his usual production in the defensive categories in either of those contests, but he made up for it Monday by providing better-than-expected scoring production. Fantasy managers should still continue to stream Smith mainly for assists and steals for any future games that Ball misses.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets more run after LaMelo's exit Smith finished with nine points (2-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, two rebounds and one steal across 29 minutes in Wednesday's 122-117 win over the Rockets.

Impact While Smith's overall stat line doesn't inspire reason to run to the waiver wire, the fact that starting point guard LaMelo Ball exited the contest with a sprained left ankle is enough to make Smith worthy of a cursory pickup in 12-team category leagues. The Hornets have yet to provide an updated timeline for Ball's return, but given that he previously missed 13 and 11 games earlier in the season due to sprains of the same left ankle, it's reasonable to expect the third-year player to miss some time after his latest aggravation. In his 11 starts this season when Ball has been sidelined, Smith averaged 10.0 points, 6.5 assists, 3.9 rebounds, 1.9 steals and 0.5 blocks in 30.9 minutes.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decreased minutes again Smith contributed two points (1-4 FG), one rebound, three assists and one steal in 17 minutes during Saturday's 122-106 loss to Boston.

Impact With the backcourt of Charlotte back to full strength, Smith has had much less of a role and his minutes have dropped in each of the past three games. He can still put up decent numbers, particularly steals and assists, but only if he's going to see over 20 minutes per game. Look at the 25-year-old guard as a solid stream option if LaMelo Ball or Terry Rozier miss some time.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores eight points in return Smith registered eight points (3-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 18 minutes during Monday's 121-115 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Smith missed each of Charlotte's previous 18 games due to an ankle injury, so it's not surprising that he was limited to 18 minutes Monday. The sixth-year pro struggled with his shot and committed three fouls in his limited court time, though that's understandable given the long layoff. Smith was working as the Hornets' staring point guard earlier in the campaign, but those days are numbered now that LaMelo Ball is back in action.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Dennis Smith Jr. Available to Play vs Lakers Charlotte will get a boost from the bench tonight.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Available to return Monday Smith (ankle) is available for Monday's contest against the Lakers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact After missing Charlotte's past 18 contests, Smith is officially available to make his return to the team's lineup. The 25-year-old guard was productive for the Hornets earlier this season, averaging 9.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.8 steals over his first 15 showings of the year. It would not be surprising to see Charlotte ease Smith back into the lineup, making him a riskier fantasy option to trust Monday.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Intends to play Monday Smith (ankle) intends to return to action Monday against the Lakers, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.

Impact Smith has been sidelined since Nov. 23 due to his ankle injury, but he should be back on the court Monday after initially being listed as questionable for the game. Given the length of his absence, it wouldn't be surprising to see him face a minutes restriction, assuming he's officially given the green light.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Monday Smith (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Lakers.

Impact While there's no clarity on whether Smith will be available or not, this is a step in the right direction for the floor general after not appearing in each of the Hornets' last 18 games. Even if he does return to action, his fantasy appeal should be minimal, both due to the presence of LaMelo Ball in the lineup and also due to the rust that comes associated with not stepping on a basketball court since Nov. 23.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Smith (ankle) will not return for Saturday's game against the Nets, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Smith will extend his streak of absences to 18 games Saturday with a left ankle sprain. Theo Maledon will continue to handle backup point guard duties. Smith's next chance to play will come Monday against the Lakers.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Smith (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game versus Brooklyn.

Impact Smith hasn't played since Nov. 23 due to a left ankle sprain. However, he has been deemed questionable in the last four games before being downgraded to out.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Thursday Smith (ankle) is not available for Thursday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Smith continues the trend that's been going on for a while of being labeled questionable before sitting out the contest. He hasn't played since Nov. 23, and it's unclear when he will be deemed fit to take the floor.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Thursday Smith (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against Oklahoma City.

Impact Smith hasn't suited up in over a month due to his left ankle sprain, but the Hornets have seemed to be evaluating him on a game-by-game basis since he's been listed as questionable on the team's initial injury reports. Once he's cleared to play, he'll likely face a minutes restriction due to his lengthy absence.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Smith (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Smith will miss his 16th straight game Tuesday due to a left ankle sprain. The 25-year-old guard has now been listed as questionable before being downgraded to out for three contests in a row. Smith's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with the Thunder.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable Smith (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Warriors.

Impact Smith hasn't played since Nov. 23 due to a left ankle sprain, but he's being listed as questionable for a third straight contest, which suggests he's making at least some progress. Even if he's ruled available, the backup point guard would likely be limited following a lengthy absence.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Smith (ankle) won't play in Monday's game against Portland.

Impact Smith will once again miss another matchup with a left ankle sprain. The guard has been out of the lineup since Nov. 23 against the 76ers, when he posted two points and two assists in 11 minutes.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Monday Smith (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Smith has missed the last 14 games due to a sprained left ankle but will be in the mix to return to the court against the Trail Blazers. Once he's cleared to return, Theo Maledon and James Bouknight could see a decrease in playing time.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Smith was downgraded from questionable to out. Friday's absence will mark the point guard's 14th straight absence. It's unclear when he'll return to game action, but his next chance to do so will arrive Monday against Portland.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Smith (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Smith hasn't played since Nov. 25 due to a left ankle sprain but has been upgraded to questionable for Friday's game. Smith would likely have his minutes monitored if he were to play, but his return would take minutes away from Theo Maledon and James Bouknight.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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