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Cut by Houston The Rockets waived Smith on Saturday.

Impact Houston cut Smith to clear up a two-way spot for guard Tristen Newton. After joining Houston as a two-way player about a month ago, Smith didn't appear in any games for the Rockets. Houston will retain the 21-year-old forward's G League rights if he ends up clearing waivers.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Former Buck Tyler Smith quietly just found his next home Former Milwaukee Bucks forward Tyler Smith has joined the Capital City Go-Go via the NBA G League Draft.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Bucks gunning for last second trade before new NBA season The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly trying to trade Tyler Smith ahead of the new NBA season.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Waived by Bucks The Bucks waived Smith on Sunday, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact A second-rounder from the 2024 NBA Draft, Smith is now free to pursue opportunities elsewhere with the Bucks selecting Amir Coffey for their final roster spot. Smith made 23 regular-season appearances for the Bucks in 2024-25 with 2.9 points and 1.1 rebounds in 5.3 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks' next move is all but confirmed after latest rumblings The Milwaukee Bucks are expected to cut Tyler Smith ahead of the new NBA season.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Bucks' apparent Tyler Smith stance sets up painful reality The Milwaukee Bucks seem inclined to cut Tyler Smith ahead of opening night, ending his time with the team one year after drafting him.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Drops 21 in SL loss Smith racked 21 points (6-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and five rebounds across 25 minutes during Friday's Summer League loss to the Heat.

Impact Smith finished his stint in the Las Vegas Summer League on a high note. The 20-year-old was highly efficient from beyond the arc, shooting 66.6 percent from deep.

JULY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks sophomore doing himself no favors with relentless Summer League slump Tyler Smith hasn't shown the leap the Milwaukee Bucks had hoped for in the NBA Summer League.

JULY 14, 2025 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Drawing start in Summer League Smith (ankle) is starting Thursday's Summer League game against the Nuggets.

Impact Smith was slowed by an ankle injury down the stretch of the 2024-25 postseason, but he's returned to health in time for Summer League. He should be in line for plenty of opportunities as part of the starting five Thursday night.

JULY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Game 5 Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Pacers.

Impact Smith will officially miss his fifth straight game Tuesday due to a sprained left ankle. His absence in Game 5 is unlikely to matter much for the Bucks' rotation, as the 20-year-old played only 5.3 minutes per game in the regular season.

APRIL 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Tuesday Smith (ankle) is doubtful for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Pacers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith is expected to miss his fifth consecutive contest due to a sprained left ankle. However, his potential absence shouldn't cause any waves in the club's rotation.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Haliburton and the Pacers try to clinch series against Milwaukee

The Indiana Pacers look to clinch the Eastern Conference first round over the Milwaukee Bucks in game five

APRIL 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play in Game 4 Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Smith will miss a fourth straight game Sunday as he continues to nurse a sprained left ankle. However, Smith's absence won't have a significant impact in Game 4, as he averaged only 5.3 minutes per game during the regular season.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Game 4 against the Pacers.

Impact Smith is in danger of missing his fourth straight game Sunday due to a left ankle sprain. However, even when available, Smith isn't expected to receive significant playing time.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana visits Milwaukee with 2-1 series lead

The Indiana Pacers visit the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference first round with a 2-1 lead in the series

APRIL 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday Smith (ankle) is out for Friday's Game 3 versus the Pacers.

Impact Smith will miss his third straight outing Friday after being downgraded from questionable to out due to a sprained left ankle. Smith's next chance to suit up is Sunday's Game 4 against Indiana.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Game 3 Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's Game 3 against the Pacers.

Impact Smith is in danger of missing his third straight game Friday due to a sprained left ankle. However, Smith isn't expected to be heavily featured in Milwaukee's playoff rotation, even when available.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana visits Milwaukee with 2-0 series lead

The Indiana Pacers visit the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference first round with a 2-0 lead in the series

APRIL 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play in Game 2 vs. Indiana Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Smith will miss a second consecutive game due to a sprained left ankle. The absence of the rookie forward shouldn't have a significant impact on Milwaukee in Game 2, as he averaged 2.9 points and 1.1 rebounds per game across 5.3 minutes per contest during the regular season.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pacers take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Bucks

The Indiana Pacers host the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference first round with a 1-0 lead in the series

APRIL 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Smith is out for Saturday's Game 1 against the Bucks due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Smith logged 30 minutes in Milwaukee's regular-season finale but will sit out Saturday's playoff opener due to an ankle injury. Smith is unlikely to crack the Bucks' playoff rotation, even when available.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Caps rookie season in style Smith accumulated 20 points (6-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, one block and one steal in 30 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 140-133 overtime victory over the Pistons.

Impact There was nothing on the line for either team in the regular-season finale, so Smith saw a significant workload for only the second time in his brief career and produced career highs in points and made three-pointers. The 2024 second-round pick should return to his spot at the end of the bench when the Bucks begin their playoff run Saturday in Indiana.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Connaughton has career-high 43 points as Bucks beat Pistons 140-133 in OT to close regular season

Pat Connaughton had a career-high 43 points and a season-high 11 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Detroit Pistons 140-133 in overtime to close the regular season on an...

APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Fades injury report Smith (ankle) is not on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Smith missed the Bucks' last two games due to a right ankle sprain, but he appears to be on track to play in Sunday's regular-season finale. The Bucks are set to rest multiple rotational players due to being locked in as the No. 5 seed in the East, so Smith figures to see a good chunk of playing time after not being a part of the rotation for much of the season.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Milwaukee takes on Detroit, seeks 8th straight victory

Milwaukee takes on Detroit aiming to extend its seven-game win streak

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

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