Smith is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against Magic.
Smith made a spot start Sunday and posted 19 points, three rebounds and three assists against the Heat, but he'll return to his regular bench role for this matchup as LaMelo Ball and DaQuan Jeffries will start on the backcourt. Smith has been playing well in recent weeks, regardless of whether he starts or comes off the bench. He's averaging 2.3 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game across 13 appearances in March (five starts).
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Delivers 19-point output
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Smith chipped in 19 points (7-14 FG, 5-9 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Sunday's 122-105 loss to the Heat.
Smith led the Hornets in scoring in this loss, which is impressive since the likes of LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges and Mark Williams were also in the starting lineup. Smith has scored in double digits in five of his last six outings despite starting just once in that stretch. He's averaging 12.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 0.2 steals per game since the beginning of March.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Moves into starting lineup
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Smith will start Sunday's game against the Heat.
Smith will slide into the starting lineup due to the absence of Josh Green (shoulder). As a starter this season (24 games), Smith has averaged 12.6 points, 2.8 assists and 2.5 rebounds in 30.9 minutes per game.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Solid output off bench Friday
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Smith amassed 14 points (5-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt) and three assists over 26 minutes during Friday's 141-106 loss to the Thunder.
The Hornets looked overmatched in this contest, but Smith was one of the few standout performers, especially since he came off the bench to record double-digit points. Smith has scored in double digits off the bench in four of his last five outings, averaging 14.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game over that stretch.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Notches 13 points
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Smith closed with 13 points (4-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 27 minutes during Thursday's 115-98 win over the Knicks.
Although Smith has seen a healthy workload in recent games, his fantasy appeal has been limited to deeper formats. Over his last eight games, Smith has averaged 12.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in 24.2 minutes with no blocks or steals during that stretch.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Torches Spurs for 26 points
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Smith contributed 26 points (9-12 FG, 6-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and five assists over 27 minutes during Friday's 145-134 win over the Spurs.
Smith's efficient 26 points established a new season high Friday, and he sunk six three-pointers off the bench. The 2023 first-rounder has taken on more usage in the absence of Brandon Miller (wrist), but Smith's shooting efficiency remains poor overall. Across his last 14 outings, Smith has averaged 12.1 points, 2.6 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 2.0 three-pointers in 29.7 minutes while shooting 37.7 percent from the field.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Running with second unit Monday
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Smith isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Heat.
DaQuan Jeffries will supplant Smith in the starting five for the second time over the club's last three outings. The 20-year-old has appeared in 11 outings (10 starts) since the All-Star break, during which he has averaged 12.1 points, 2.6 assists and 2.1 rebounds across 32.3 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Supplies 19 points Saturday
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Smith registered 19 points (6-17 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 32 minutes during Saturday's 105-102 victory over Brooklyn.
With LaMelo Ball (ankle) sitting out Saturday, Smith supplied a solid scoring effort that trailed only Miles Bridges' 26 points for the Hornets. On occasions when Charlotte chooses to hold Ball out of action down the stretch, Smith should continue to see a bump in playmaking opportunities. Smith has averaged 12.1 points, 2.6 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.9 three-pointers in 32.2 minutes over 11 games since the All-Star break, but he's shooting just 34.4 percent from the floor and 25.6 percent from downtown.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Returns to starting five
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Smith is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus the Nets.
Smith will return to the starting five Saturday after moving to the bench in Charlotte's previous outing. Smith has struggled with his efficiency over his last 10 starting appearances, converting shooting just 33.1 percent from the field.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Joining second unit Friday
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Smith won't start in Friday's game against Cleveland.
The combo guard will slide to the bench in favor of Josh Green on Friday. Smith had started in each of his last 23 appearances, during which he averaged 12.3 points, 2.9 assists and 2.5 rebounds across 30.9 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Will play Friday
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Smith (quadricep) is available for Friday's game against Cleveland.
Smith will shake off his probable tag due to a right quad contusion and suit up Friday. The combo guard has appeared in 11 consecutive outings (all starts) for the Hornets, during which he has averaged 10.9 points, 3.0 assists and 1.9 rebounds across 31.8 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Probable for Friday
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Smith (quad) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.
Smith has started the last 11 games for the Hornets and is trending toward getting another start Friday against Cleveland. The 20-year-old guard is averaging 12.3 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game, shooting 38.7 percent from the floor and 29 percent from beyond the arc in 23 games as a starter for Charlotte.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Hands out season-high seven assists
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Smith totaled 12 points (5-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds and seven assists in 33 minutes during Thursday's 103-96 loss to the Mavericks.
Smith led the team with seven assists, his highest total in that area this season. The 2023 first-rounder shouldn't struggle for playmaking opportunities as a full-time starter with the injury-plagued Hornets down the stretch, but his lack of efficiency has left a lot to be desired. Smith is shooting just 33.7 percent from the floor and 24.5 percent from three-point land across his last eight contests, averaging 11.4 points, 3.1 assists, 1.6 rebounds, 0.5 steals and 1.6 three-pointers in 30.6 minutes during this period.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Supplies 16 points in loss
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Smith supplied 16 points (7-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt), one rebound and three assists over 33 minutes during Thursday's 129-115 loss to Denver.
The second-year guard continues to be productive as part of the Hornets' starting five. Aside from a Feb. 12 contest against the Magic in which he played just 16 minutes before being ejected, Smith has scored in double digits in seven straight appearances, averaging 18.0 points, 3.1 threes, 2.9 assists and 2.4 boards in those seven starts.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Ejected Wednesday
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Smith was ejected from Wednesday's game against the Magic, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.
Smith appeared to be jawing at Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who was also tossed Wednesday, which led to his ejection. Smith will get an early start to his All-Star break, as his next chance to play comes Feb. 19 against the Lakers. The 2023 first-rounder's night ends with two points (1-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three assists and one rebound in 16 minutes.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Cleared to play Monday
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Smith (back) is available for Monday's game against the Nets.
Smith couldn't suit up in Sunday's game against the Pistons, but he'll be able to return from a back injury Monday. Across his last four outings, the 2023 first-rounder has been heating up with averages of 21.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 3.8 threes in 34.6 minutes while shooting 53.6 percent from deep.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Iffy for Monday
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Smith (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nets.
Smith missed Sunday's loss in Detroit due to a back issue but has a chance to return for the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set. If he can't suit up, Seth Curry and KJ Simpson would be candidates for increased roles again.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Out Sunday
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Smith (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Smith will join LaMelo Ball (ankle) on the sideline for the first half of Charlotte's back-to-back set. KJ Simpson, Seth Curry, Elfrid Payton and Isaiah Wong are all candidates for increased roles Sunday. Smith can be considered questionable for Monday's game in Brooklyn.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Questionable against Detroit
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Smith (back) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Smith has started the Hornets' last 12 games but is in danger of missing Sunday's game in Detroit. If Dalton Knecht is cleared to play against the Pistons, he could start in Smith's place if he's ruled out due to the back issue.
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Hornets' Nick Smith: Strong offensive outing
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Smith racked up 19 points (8-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and five assists over 34 minutes during Friday's 117-116 victory over San Antonio.
Smith scored at least 19 points for the fourth straight game despite the return of LaMelo Ball from an ankle injury. Smith has been somewhat of a revelation for the Hornets, having now started 12 straight games. During that time he has averaged 13.7 points, 2.8 assists and 2.3 three-pointers in 30.0 minutes per game. The arrival of Dalton Knecht could complicate things, although given the Hornets have both eyes on the future, Smith remaining in the starting lineup would make sense.
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Player Bio
HT/WT: 6-2, 185 lbs
Birthplace: Jacksonville, AR
Age: 20
School: Arkansas
Experience: 1
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