Jabari Smith Jr.

Professional Basketball Player

American Fayetteville, Georgia, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional Basketball Player
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth13/05/2003
Age23 years
BirthplaceFayetteville, Georgia, USA

Latest News about Jabari Smith Jr.

11/02/2026

Jabari Smith Jr. delivered a strong resurgence performance with 19 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 blocks on efficient shooting in the Houston Rockets' 111-107 win against the Dallas Mavericks. As a fourth-year forward, Smith showcased his recent revival in the game, contributing to the Rockets' 30-17 record at the time.

24/02/2025

Jabari Smith Jr. returned to action for the Houston Rockets after missing 22 games with a broken left hand, playing 38 minutes off the bench in a 121-115 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. In his return game, Smith recorded 15 points, including 4-of-6 from three-point range, and nine rebounds before fouling out.

03/01/2025

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. fractured a metacarpal bone in his left hand during a shootaround before a game against the Boston Celtics, requiring surgery and keeping him out for 4 to 8 weeks. Coach Ime Udoka announced the injury on January 3, 2025, noting that Smith felt minimal pain initially but it worsened, leading to the diagnosis.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameJabari Montsho Smith Jr.
Height6'10" - 6'11"
Weight210-220 lbs

Physical Stats & More

Height6'10" - 6'11"
Weight210-220 lbs

Personal Life

Core ValuesDiscipline, fun, humility, giving back, faith

Family

FatherJabari Smith Sr. (former NBA player)

Career

High School Achievements
  • Mr. Georgia Basketball
  • Georgia Gatorade Player of the Year
  • McDonald’s All-American
  • Jordan Brand Classic
  • Nike Hoop Summit
CollegeAuburn Tigers (Consensus Second Team All-American, NABC Freshman of the Year 2022)
NBA Draft3rd overall pick, 2022 by Houston Rockets
NBA TeamHouston Rockets (2022-present)
Achievements
  • NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2023)
  • Youngest player in NBA history to record 20+ points and 10+ rebounds in three straight games (rookie season)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Trained from age 5 by his father with daily drills and hill sprints
2. Chose Auburn for family-like environment and personal growth
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