Jabari Smith Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Houston Rockets

Logs double-double in defeat Smith logged 16 points (5-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 12 rebounds and two steals across 43 minutes during Saturday's 107-98 loss to the Lakers in Game 1 of the first round of the West...

Impact Smith's performance on both sides of the ball helped to soften the blow caused by Kevin Durant's (knee) absence, but it wasn't enough to overtake the Lakers' relentless offensive onslaught. Smith has often been a savior for the Rockets when Durant or Alperen Sengun have been sidelined, but Game 1's result highlights the need for Durant on the court.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kennard scores 27, LeBron leads Lakers to surprising 107-98 win over Rockets in playoff opener

Luke Kennard scored a career playoff-high 27 points, LeBron James had 19 points and 13 assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers capitalized on Kevin Durant’s injury absence...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Inside the Numbers: Some notes going into the NBA playoffs

This NBA season has been unusual, with three teams finishing over

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Not listed on injury report Smith (rest) is not on the injury report for Game 1 on Saturday against the Lakers.

Impact Smith skipped Houston's regular-season finale for rest purposes, but he'll be back in action when the postseason begins. Smith put in averages of 15.8 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 2.3 triples per game this season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Durant, LeBron James meet in playoffs for 4th time when Rockets visit short-handed Lakers

LeBron James and Kevin Durant have faced each other in the playoffs three times, and the superstar with the superior supporting cast won a championship every time

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Los Angeles hosts Houston to start playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Houston Rockets in game one of the Western Conference first round

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Clint Capela has 23 as Rockets rest stars in 132-101 rout of Grizzlies

Clint Capela had a season-high 23 points with 13 rebounds s Houston’s stars sat out in a 132-101 rout of the injury-plagued Memphis Grizzlies to end the regular season

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Rockets to Rest Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr. vs Grizzlies The 2025-26 NBA regular season is nearly in the books. There's just one game left on the schedule. For everyone. And it's been a great regul...

APRIL 12 • SI.COM

Ruled out for Sunday Smith (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Memphis.

Impact Smith will take a seat for Houston's regular-season finale but should be good to go for the start of the postseason. The fourth-year forward has taken a step forward on the offensive end in the 2025-26 campaign and will finish the regular season with averages of 15.8 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 0.9 blocks in 35.1 minutes per contest across 77 games.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 19 against Philly Smith logged 19 points (7-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), five rebounds and one block across 34 minutes during Thursday's 113-102 win over the 76ers.

Impact The fourth-year forward continued a productive stretch to close out the regular season. Smith has scored at least 12 points in nine straight games, averaging 18.2 points, 7.8 boards, 3.1 threes, 1.8 assists and 0.9 blocks over that stretch as the Rockets try to climb past the Lakers and Nuggets for the third seed in the Western Conference.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Durant scores 29 as the Rockets beat the 76ers 113-102 for their 8th straight win

Kevin Durant scored 29 points and the Houston Rockets extended their winning streak to eight games with a 113-102 win Thursday night over the Philadelphia 76ers, who were missing J...

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Racks up 20 points in victory Smith chipped in 20 points (6-18 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block over 39 minutes during Tuesday's 119-105 victory over the Suns.

Impact Smith stretched the floor with an excellent perimeter shot during the win, drilling five of his six successful shot attempts from long range. He was less effective scoring inside, but he still managed six boards against the Suns, who were dominated off the glass by a 21-rebound margin.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with double-double in win Smith amassed 23 points (9-12 FG, 5-7 3Pt), nine rebounds and one assist over 32 minutes during Sunday's 117-116 victory over the Warriors.

Impact Smith finished one rebound shy of a double-double in the dramatic victory. He distinguished himself as a perimeter threat Sunday with five triples, matching his third-highest total of the season in the category. The fourth-year pro averages 6.2 attempts from long range this season, which is quite high for his position. Smith's result continues a nice five-game streak of 20-plus point totals.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Durant, Rockets spoil Stephen Curry's return from injury, beat Warriors 117-116

Alperen Sengun made the go-ahead layup with 11 seconds left on a pass from Kevin Durant, and the Houston Rockets held off Stephen Curry in his return after being sidelined more tha...

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Not listed on injury report Smith (face) is not being listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday's meeting with the Warriors.

Impact Smith was forced out of Friday's win over the Jazz after taking a shot to the face, but it doesn't appear he'll be spending any additional time on the sidelines. Smith is averaging 15.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 2.2 triples, 0.8 steals and 0.9 swats per game this season.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early Friday Smith (face) exited Friday's 140-106 win over the Jazz in the third quarter and did not return, finishing with 18 points (6-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and one steal acr...

Impact Smith took a shot to the face in the third quarter and exited to the locker room. He joined his teammates on the bench shortly thereafter, though it's unclear if he was available to return to the blowout win. His status will be worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's game against the Warriors.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves for locker room Smith exited to the locker room in the third quarter of Friday's game against the Jazz due to an apparent facial injury, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith took a shot to the face and checked out with 5:54 remaining in the third before eventually heading back to the locker room. The 22-year-old power forward can be considered questionable to return until more information comes to light.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Houston faces Utah, aims for 5th straight home win

Houston is looking to prolong its four-game home win streak with a victory against Utah

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Sheppard scores 27 points on a career-high 9 3s in the Rockets' win over the the Bucks

Reed Sheppard scored 27 points on a career-high nine 3-pointers, Alperen Sengun added 25 points and the Houston Rockets beat the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks 119-113 on Wednesday n...

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Durant scores 27 as the Rockets race to an early lead and rout the Knicks 111-94

Kevin Durant had 27 points and the Houston Rockets took a huge lead early and rolled to a 111-94 win over the New York Knicks

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Hits for 20 points in win Smith closed with 20 points (7-15 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 33 minutes during Sunday's 134-102 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Smith has reached the 20-point mark in back-to-back games for the first time since doing so Feb. 21 and Feb. 23. Even though he plays a secondary role on the Rockets' offensive scheme, Smith has posted solid numbers when given enough touches. This 20-point effort means he's scored in double digits in all but one of his last 12 games, a stretch in which he's averaging 17.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.4 assists per contest.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Alperen Sengun has 36 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists as Rockets beat Pelicans 134-102

Alperen Sengun had 36 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists, Houston dominated the second quarter, and the Rockets beat the New Orleans Pelicans 134-102

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. push Rockets past Grizzlies Deadspin | Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr. push Rockets past Grizzlies

MARCH 28 • DEADSPIN.COM

Double-doubles in win Smith totaled 21 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-8 FT), 16 rebounds, four assists and one block over 37 minutes during Friday's 119-109 win over the Grizzlies.

Impact Smith dominated the glass and notched his second straight double-double, as he helped the Rockets hit the brakes on a two-game skid. Smith will look to keep the good times rolling Sunday in New Orleans.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Durant scored 25 points and leads fourth-quarter push as Rockets beat Grizzlies 119-109

Kevin Durant scored 25 points and led a fourth-quarter rally as the Houston Rockets pulled away from the Memphis Grizzlies with a 119-109 victory

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

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Kennard scores 27, LeBron leads Lakers to surprising 107-98 win over Rockets in playoff opener

Inside the Numbers: Some notes going into the NBA playoffs

Kevin Durant, LeBron James meet in playoffs for 4th time when Rockets visit short-handed Lakers

Los Angeles hosts Houston to start playoffs

Clint Capela has 23 as Rockets rest stars in 132-101 rout of Grizzlies

Kevin Durant scores 29 as the Rockets beat the 76ers 113-102 for their 8th straight win

Kevin Durant, Rockets spoil Stephen Curry's return from injury, beat Warriors 117-116

Houston faces Utah, aims for 5th straight home win

Sheppard scores 27 points on a career-high 9 3s in the Rockets' win over the the Bucks

Durant scores 27 as the Rockets race to an early lead and rout the Knicks 111-94

Alperen Sengun has 36 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists as Rockets beat Pelicans 134-102

Durant scored 25 points and leads fourth-quarter push as Rockets beat Grizzlies 119-109