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

Goes for 14 points and seven boards Smith tallied 14 points (6-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt), seven rebounds and three assists across 38 minutes in Monday's 110-100 win over the Nuggets.

Impact Smith maintained a heavy workload, and while his perimeter shooting was subpar, he still posted a solid line across the board, finishing just three boards shy of a double-double. Smith's value in category formats depends on improved three-point efficiency and more consistent contributions in steals and blocks, but he has a solid foundation. He has recorded at least 14 points and seven rebounds in four of his last five appearances.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nets 15 points with full line Smith racked up 15 points (7-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals over 39 minutes during Saturday's 102-99 loss to Phoenix.

Impact After failing to record any steals in his previous three outings, Smith ripped away a season-high three swipes Saturday, and this was his fourth game of the season with at least one steal and block. He's off to a strong start this season, flirting with top-20 value behind averages of 17.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2.8 triples, 1.0 steals, 1.0 blocks and just 1.0 turnovers per game on 50.8 percent shooting from the field and 86.2 percent at the stripe.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Booker scores 24, Suns outlast Rockets 102-99 for 1st back-to-back wins of season

Devin Booker scored 24 points, including seven straight to break a late tie, and the Phoenix Suns held off the Houston Rockets 102-99

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Alperen Sengun leads Rockets past Celtics 109-93 as Houston moves into first in West

Alperen Sengun had 26 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds to lead the Houston Rockets to a 109-93 win over the Boston Celtics

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Pours in 30 points in rout Smith finished with 30 points (10-18 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and one block in 33 minutes during Saturday's 119-98 win over the Thunder.

Impact Smith matched the 30 points he scored on Opening Night and led the Rockets in scoring once again, knocking down six triples. With Fred VanVleet (knee) and Reed Sheppard (back) both out, Smith took on a bigger offensive load and was efficient. He's been one of the best values in fantasy so far, and nights like this make him a legitimate sell-high candidate for anyone who expects his shooting to cool off.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Jabari Smith Jr. scores 30 points, Rockets beat Thunder 119-98

Jabari Smith Jr. had 30 points and nine rebounds, Marcus Smart added 24 points and the Houston Rockets beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-98 on Saturday night

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Hits for 22 in Friday's loss Smith recorded 22 points (7-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Friday's 116-111 loss to Dallas.

Impact It was Smith's best scoring effort since Opening Night, a 30-point effort that also came against the Mavericks. The fifth-year forward hasn't seen his role change much while Alperen Sengun (back) and Steven Adams (calf) have been sidelined, and through six games to begin the season Smith is averaging 17.2 points, 5.3 boards, 2.5 threes, 2.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Irving scores 35 and Flagg adds 33 as Mavericks hand Rockets 1st loss of season 116-111

Kyrie Irving scored 35 points, Cooper Flagg added 33 and the Dallas Mavericks rallied for a 116-111 victory over Houston, handing the Rockets their first loss of the season in an N...

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Mavericks and Rockets meet Friday in NBA Cup group stage

The Dallas Mavericks play the Houston Rockets in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Records first double-double Smith posted 16 points (6-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 39 minutes during Monday's 120-110 win over Atlanta.

Impact Smith continued his impressive start to the season, recording his first double-double of the campaign. He has scored double digits in three of his four games, averaging 16.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 2.3 three-pointers and 2.3 combined steals and blocks during that time. He currently sits inside the top 30 in standard, nine-category leagues, providing fantasy managers with a potential sell-high opportunity.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Sengun has 29 points as Rockets stay unbeaten with 120-110 win over Hawks

Alperen Sengun had 29 points, nine assists and nine rebounds and the Houston Rockets remained unbeaten with a 120-110 win over the Atlanta Hawks Monday night

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Blows up for 30 points in win Smith supplied 30 points (11-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two steals over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 128-110 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Smith was phenomenal on opening night, leading the Rockets with 30 points, including four triples. It certainly was a night to remember for Smith, who will look to build on what was a solid 2025-26 campaign this season. 30 points could very well end up being one of his highest scoring games of the season, which, hypothetically, makes this a sell-high opportunity. However, most managers will be fully aware of his resume. Simply enjoy this effort and hope that he can build on it moving forward.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Durant and Smith each score 30 points to power the Rockets past the Mavericks 128-110 in the opener

Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points apiece and the Houston Rockets used a big second quarter to build a huge lead and coast to a 128-110 win over the Dallas Maverick...

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

Rockets GM Discusses Kevin Durant's Fit With Young Core Between the likes of Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., and Reed Sheppard, the Houston Rockets have one of the most prominent...

OCTOBER 10 • SI.COM

Serviceable effort in preseason win Smith totaled 12 points (4-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 22 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason win over the Mavericks.

Impact Smith filled his usual role, operating as a complementary piece on offense, while providing the team with a serviceable defensive presence. The return of Fred VanVleet should allow Smith to get a few more open looks, although not to the point where his overall fantasy appeal changes too much. At this point, he should be considered a viable top-100 target, perhaps slightly higher in two-center leagues.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Fred VanVleet Gives Honest Take on Teaming With Kevin Durant With the Houston Rockets’ continued development of their strong core of young talent, as the likes of Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun, and Jab...

SEPTEMBER 29 • SI.COM

Jabari Smith Jr. Reveals Takeaways From Rockets Teammate Kevin Durant Since being drafted by the Houston Rockets with the No. 3 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, Jabari Smith Jr. has become a key part of the franchis...

SEPTEMBER 27 • SI.COM

Jabari Smith Jr. Ranked Top 20 Power Forward in NBA Jabari Smith Jr. is one of the developing talents that have made a meaningful impact in the Houston Rockets’ starting lineup. Last season, S...

SEPTEMBER 15 • SI.COM

Rockets Starting Five: What Kevin Durant, Amen Thompson and Others Need to Do in 2026-27 The foursome of Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun, Jabari Smith Jr. and Amen Thompson started together 62 times last season, but the fifth spot w...

AUGUST 9 • SI.COM

Jabari Smith Jr. highlights Kevin Durant adjustment as Rockets prepare for 2026-27 Season Standout wing Jabari Smith Jr. is looking forward to how the 2026-27 Houston Rockets perform throughout Year 2 of the Kevin Durant era. Smit...

AUGUST 8 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Coming off solid season Smith remained a key contributor for Houston by providing frontcourt size, floor spacing and defensive versatility throughout the 2025-26 season.

Impact His ability to complement both Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun gives him an important role on a team with championship aspirations. After an otherwise quiet offseason, Smith is expected to retain a prominent place in Houston's starting lineup entering 2026-27.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

The One Veteran With the Most to Prove for the Houston Rockets With a projected starting lineup of Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., and Alperen Sengun, the Houston Rockets ar...

JULY 27 • SI.COM

The Houston Rockets will thrive if Jabari Smith Jr. is NBA's Most Improved Player Jabari Smith Jr. was in the running to be the No. 1 pick in 2022. As the college basketball season unfolded, Duke’s Paolo Banchero, Gonzaga’...

JULY 21 • SI.COM

Jabari Smith Jr. can still become the star the Rockets envisioned With the third pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets selected Jabari Smith Jr. Any time a team invests such a high draft pick in a...

JUNE 10 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Rockets Jabari Smith Jr. Gets Recognized Once More for his Defense Last season, Jabari Smith Jr. found himself in and out of the lineup for the Houston Rockets, as Rockets coach Ime Udoka tinkered with the d...

JUNE 4 • SI.COM

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