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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Double-double off bench in rout
Jabari Smith closed Wednesday's 143-105 win over Utah with 15 points (6-16 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 14 rebounds and two assists over 27 minutes.The third-year forward led Houston's second unit in minutes, points and boards as he recorded his eighth double-double of the season. Three of them have come in his last four appearances, and Smith has scored in double digits in 10 of the last 11 games (one start), a span in which he's averaging 14.0 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.8 threes, 1.4 assists and 0.8 steals in 27.2 minutes a contest.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Double-doubles in loss
Jabari Smith posted 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 27 minutes during Monday's 104-98 loss to the Lakers.Smith recorded his seventh double-double of the campaign Monday. Although he has a sizable role off the Houston bench, he's been outside the top-100 in nine-category formats for the past couple of weeks. In his last seven games, Smith produced averages of 12.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.7 three-pointers.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Productive off bench
Jabari Smith contributed 17 points (5-12 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two steals in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 121-114 victory over the Hawks.Although Smith has seen 28.4 minutes across 14 March appearances, his fantasy appeal has left a lot to be desired. During that span, Smith has been outside the top-150 in nine-category formats with 13.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.7 steals, 0.6 blocks and 1.9 three-pointers.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Scores season-high 30 points
Jabari Smith posted 30 points (11-17 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and two steals across 39 minutes during Monday's 144-137 overtime victory over the 76ers.Smith has been alternating between the starting lineup and a bench role since mid-February, and it's undeniable that this was his best game of the season -- not only off the bench but in general since he established a new season-high mark in scoring. The lack of consistency in his role limits Smith's upside in most fantasy formats, but he should remain a decent option, at least as a streaming alternative.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Returning to bench
Jabari Smith isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the 76ers, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.Smith has fluctuated between a starting and bench role since mid-February, and he'll shift yet again Monday after drawing the start Saturday against the Bulls. The Auburn product has found success as a reserve, finishing in double figures in three of his last four appearances off the bench.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Back in starting role
Jabari Smith is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.The Houston Rockets will be without Tari Eason due to left lower leg injury management, so Smith will be promoted to the starting lineup as a result. Smith was a starter in the first months of the season but has returned to the bench after recovering from a hand injury. He's averaging 11.8 points, 6.6 rebounds and 0.9 blocks per game in a starting role this season.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Moving to bench role
Jabari Smith is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Suns, Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle reports.Smith will return to the bench due to the presence of Fred VanVleet (ankle) in the starting lineup. Smith has played off the bench in five of his previous 10 contests, averaging 12.6 points, 6.8 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Leads charge in Monday's win
Jabari Smith had 20 points (5-13 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 5-7 FT), seven rebounds and one block in 32 minutes during Monday's 97-84 win over the Magic.With Amen Thompson (ankle) sidelined, Smith got the start, and the third-year forward led a balanced Houston Rockets attack in scoring as four different starters supplied between 14 and 20 points. It was his best offensive showing since he dropped 21 points on the Hornets just before Christmas, and Monday's five made three-pointers tied his career high. Smith has scored in double digits in five straight games (three starts), averaging 14.6 points, 6.8 boards and 2.4 threes over that stretch.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Drops 16 off bench Thursday
Jabari Smith racked up 16 points (6-13 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 28 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 109-97 win over the Pelicans.After starting the last two contests, Smith shifted back to the second unit Thursday but came through with his best scoring performance in eight games since returning from a fractured left hand after the All-Star break. The third-year forward is averaging 10.5 points, 7.3 boards and 1.5 threes in 30.6 minutes since rejoining the lineup, and he'll likely continue floating between the starting five and the bench as the Houston Rockets try to find the best spot for him in the rotation.
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Rockets' Jabari Smith: Shifting to bench
Jabari Smith will come off the bench Thursday against the Pelicans, Ben DuBose of USA Today reports.The Houston Rockets will elect to roll with Tari Eason at power forward Thursday, bumping Smith to the bench. The Auburn product should still play a key role in the rotation, hitting the 30-minute mark in two of his last three matchups as a reserve.