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Scores 16 points in return Smith recorded 16 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 124-109 win over Memphis.

Impact Smith returned to his regular starting role after a one-game absence due to an ankle sprain and posted a solid stat line. Smith has been a consistent secondary scoring option for the Rockets and has scored in double digits in each of his six appearances this season while clearing the 15-point threshold three times already. To put things into context, he achieved that feat just 11 times in 57 regular-season appearances in 2024-25.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Thompson scores 28 points as Rockets beat Grizzlies 124-109

Amen Thompson had 28 points and 10 rebounds, Alperen Sengun added 20 points and 16 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 124-109

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Rockets injury updates: Jabari Smith Jr. returns in Memphis, Steven Adams held out Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle sprain) rejoined the Rockets after missing Monday’s game, but backup center Steven Adams (hip flexor tightness) did...

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Will play Wednesday Smith (ankle) is good to go for Wednesday's game in Memphis, Will Guillory of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith is back after a one-game stint on the sidelines, which means Tari Eason will likely be returning to the second unit Wednesday evening. Jae'Sean Tate could drop from the rotation entirely with Smith back in the mix.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Memphis Smith (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Memphis.

Impact Smith is trying to overcome an ankle sprain, which forced him to miss Monday's game against the Mavericks. Should Smith need another contest to recover, Tari Eason would be in line to receive his second consecutive start in the frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Smith (ankle) will not play Monday against the Mavericks, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Smith was able to get through shootaround and head coach Ime Udoka said he "doubts" Smith's absence will extend beyond Monday, so it sounds like there's a decent chance he'll be able to get out there for Wednesday's game in Memphis. With Smith watching from the sidelines Monday, Tari Eason will get a start, and Jae'Sean Tate should be able to get into the rotation.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goes through shootaround Smith (ankle) participated in Monday's morning shootaround, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Smith is currently listed as questionable on the latest injury report, but his availability Monday morning is at least a good sign for his fantasy managers. Lerner reports that Smith is likely to be a game-time decision, and if he's unable to play, it's possible the Rockets lean on Tari Eason and Josh Okogie.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Dallas Smith is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Mavericks due to a sprained right ankle.

Impact Smith is in jeopardy of missing his first game this season due to the ankle injury. If the 22-year-old forward joins Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) on the sidelines, Tari Eason, Jae'Sean Tate and Josh Okogie are candidates for an uptick in minutes against Dallas.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Durant scores 26, Rockets rout Celtics 128-101

Kevin Durant scored 26 points in three quarters before resting the fourth, Amen Thompson added 17 points and nine rebounds, and the Houston Rockets beat the Boston Celtics 128-101

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Drops season-high 25 points in win Smith dropped in a season-high 25 points (8-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 5-6 FT) Wednesday, to go with five rebounds, five assists, two steals and one block over 38 turnover-less minutes in a 1...

Impact Smith got off to a quick start in this one, dropping in 10 points in his first six minutes of play, and he did an excellent job helping spread the floor by knocking down the kick-out threes. He's been heating up over the past two, so it'll be interesting to see if he can keep it going Saturday with a tough matchup in Boston.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Durant scores 31 as Rockets thump struggling Raptors 139-121 for 2nd straight win

Kevin Durant scored 31 points, Jabari Smith Jr. added a season-high 25 and the Houston Rockets thumped the struggling Toronto Raptors 139-121

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 11 points in blowout victory Smith closed with 11 points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two steals across 24 minutes during Monday's 137-109 victory over the Nets.

Impact Smith put up limited shot attempts but still finished as one of seven Rockets players to score in double figures. The 22-year-old forward also tied Josh Okogie for the game-high mark in steals. Through three regular-season outings, Smith is averaging 12.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 35.3 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cunningham's late free throws help Pistons beat Rockets 115-111

Cade Cunningham scored 21 points and made two free throws with 5.5 seconds left to help the Detroit Pistons hold on to beat the Houston Rockets 115-111

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Thunder celebrate ring ceremony, banner unveiling and double-OT win over Durant's Rockets

Thunder fans had a lot to celebrate on Tuesday

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. has more than height in common with Kevin Durant | Sporting News This could be a cool combo this season in Houston.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Kevin Durant says decision to sign $90M Rockets extension was a 'no brainer'

Kevin Durant says signing an extension with the Houston Rockets was a no brainer

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting against Thunder Smith (rest) will start Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Smith will be back with the starters after sitting out Thursday's preseason finale for maintenance. Smith will be starting at small forward, as the Rockets are utilizing a jumbo lineup of Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Steven Adams.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Thursday Smith (rest) will hit the sidelines for Thursday's exhibition with Atlanta, Vanessa Richardson of Space City Home Network reports.

Impact Smith will join seven other Houston players on the inactive roster for Thursday's exhibition, which could lead to major minutes for Isaiah Crawford. Smith is simply receiving a rest day, so he's in no danger of missing Houston's Opening Night game on October 21.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jabari Smith Jr. could make biggest leap by learning underrated Durant skill Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. needs to learn how Kevin Durant is so efficient.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Houston Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. shines in return to Alabama The former Auburn star scored 26 points in an NBA preseason game in Birmingham on Tuesday night.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • AL.COM

With 26 efficient points, Jabari Smith Jr. flourishes as Rockets stay perfect in preseason The Rockets defeated the Pelicans in Tuesday’s exhibition, and Jabari Smith was excellent with 26 points in 22 minutes. Houston was +23 in t...

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Erupts for 26 points Smith finished with 26 points (7-16 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 8-8 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 130-128 preseason win over the Pelicans...

Impact Smith was unstoppable in the scoring department, lighting up New Orleans for 26 points in 22 minutes. This is an excellent sign for the Auburn product, as he might be able to take his game to the next level during the 2025-26 campaign if given ample time on the floor.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rockets have new star in Durant as Southwest Division adds a phenom in Flagg to go with Wembanyama

Kevin Durant is back in Texas

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Former exec flames Jabari Smith Jr. for problem Rockets fans know all too well The Houston Rockets would love Jabari Smith Jr. to make a star leap. One former NBA exec is pointing out why that could be a problem.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • SPACECITYSCOOP.COM

Scores nine points Monday Smith produced nine points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, one assists and one turnover across 23 minutes of Monday's 122-113 preseason win over Atlanta.

Impact Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has already named Smith as a starter for the 2025-26 season, and he certainly looked the part Monday. With three minutes to play in the first quarter, Smith had one of the plays of the game when he drove past Luke Kennard and dunked it on Onyeka Okongwu. Fresh off a five-year, $122 million rookie contract extension, Smith looks poised for a potential career year.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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