Smith (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup versus the Raptors, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.
Smith will miss a fifth straight game due to a lower back strain. Ben Simmons (hip) and Cam Thomas (ankle) also remain out, so Lonnie Walker should continue to see heavy usage behind Spencer Dinwiddie and Mikal Bridges. Smith's next chance to play will come Thursday versus the Hornets.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Iffy for Tuesday
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Smith (back) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup versus the Raptors, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Smith has missed four straight games due to a lower back strain, but this is the first time he's listed as questionable since the injury originally popped up, which is a sign of progress. Ben Simmons (hip) remains out and Cam Thomas (ankle) is doubtful, so Smith could see a sizable role if he's cleared without restrictions.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Out again Sunday
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Smith (back) will not play Sunday against Chicago, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Smith will miss his fourth consecutive game due to a lower back strain. Smith is not dealing with a long-term injury, but he, Ben Simmons (back) and Cam Thomas (ankle) will remain sidelined Sunday. The depleted Nets' rotation will likely be anchored by Spencer Dinwiddie, Lonnie Walker and Cameron Johnson.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Ruled out Saturday
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Smith (back) won't play in Saturday's game against Miami.
Smith is considered day-to-day, but it remains to be seen if he'll be ready in time for Sunday's game against the Bulls. With Cam Thomas (ankle) and Ben Simmons (back) also sidelined, Lonnie Walker has been getting the bulk of the backcourt minutes for the second unit in recent games, so look for that trend to continue in the meantime.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Deemed day-to-day
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The Nets announced Wednesday that Smith underwent an MRI, which confirmed the diagnosis of a lower back sprain, and will be treated as day-to-day, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Smith has already been ruled out for Wednesday's game versus Atlanta, which will mark his second straight absence. Lonnie Walker and Armoni Brooks will likely continue to see increased playing time with Ben Simmons (back) also out. Smith's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Miami.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Won't travel with team
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Smith (back) won't travel with the team to Atlanta and has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Smith is slated to miss a second straight game due to a lower back sprain. He's scheduled to undergo an MRI on Thursday, which should provide clarity on his return timetable. Cam Thomas (ankle) and Ben Simmons (hip) also remain out, so Lonnie Walker -- who has stepped up admirably for the Nets (24.5 points per game in his last two outings) -- should continue to play a significant role versus Atlanta.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Won't play Sunday
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Smith (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the 76ers.
Smith has been downgraded from questionable due to a lower back sprain and will miss his first game since Nov. 1. Cam Thomas (ankle) and Ben Simmons (hip) also remain sidelined, so Lonnie Walker should be the first guard off the bench behind Spencer Dinwiddie and Mikal Bridges.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Iffy against Philadelphia
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Smith is questionable for Sunday's game versus the 76ers due to lower back soreness.
Smith is in danger of missing just his second game of the season Sunday. If he's ruled out, Lonnie Walker and Spencer Dinwiddie will likely receive increased minutes.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Larger role sans Simmons
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Smith produced eight points (2-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and six assists across 19 minutes during Sunday's 102-94 win over the Wizards.
With Ben Simmons (hip) sidelined, Smith has seen an increased role over the last three games. During that stretch, the backup guard has averaged 8.7 points, 6.0 assists and 3.0 rebounds in 23.7 minutes per game. The severity of Simmons' injury remains unclear, but Smith has some streaming appeal in deeper leagues as long as the Nets' starting point guard remains out.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Available Friday
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Smith (hip) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Smith has been upgraded from questionable to available and will suit up following a one-game absence. The backup guard has garnered a modest role to start the regular season, averaging just 4.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 12.7 minutes per game across three appearances.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Questionable against Chicago
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Smith (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
While Smith was upgraded from doubtful to questionable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Heat, he was ultimately ruled out. It's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up Friday, but it's at least encouraging that he'll carry a questionable designation on the team's initial injury report.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Unavailable Wednesday
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Smith (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Miami, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Although Smith was upgraded from doubtful to questionable Wednesday, he'll ultimately be unable to suit up due to his left hip contusion. Royce O'Neale and Lonnie Walker should see additional run Wednesday.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Deemed questionable Wednesday
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Smith (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Contrary to a previous report, Smith has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable, rather than being ruled out. If he's able to suit up, he could see a slightly increased role since Spencer Dinwiddie (ankle) has been ruled out.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Officially ruled out
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Smith (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Smith was considered doubtful for Wednesday's matchup, so it isn't very surprising to see him downgraded to out. Royce O'Neale and Lonnie Walker should see increased roles against the Heat with Smith and Spencer Dinwiddie (ankle) unavailable.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Doubtful for Wednesday
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Smith (hip) is doubtful for Wednesday's contest against the Heat, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Smith posted three points (1-4 FG), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 14 minutes during Monday's win over the Hornets, but he apparently suffered a hip injury as well. Spencer Dinwiddie (ankle) is also doubtful, so Royce O'Neale and Lonnie Walker are candidates for increased roles in Brooklyn's backcourt.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Facing minutes limit
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Coach Jacque Vaughn doesn't expect Smith to play "a ton" of minutes Wednesday against the Cavaliers, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Smith sustained an ankle injury during the preseason but was cleared to play in the Nets' regular-season opener Wednesday after participating in partial practices recently. However, the team will be cautious with his workload, and he likely won't play extended stretches against Cleveland. Vaughn didn't specify a specific number of minutes that he hopes Smith plays, but he'll be eased into action to begin the year.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Officially cleared
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Smith (ankle) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's opener against Cleveland, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Smith's clearance comes after multiple days of partial practices. He will officially be available to make his Brooklyn debut Wednesday, backing up Spencer Dinwiddie and Ben Simmons.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Trending in right direction
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Coach Jacque Vaughn is hopeful that Smith (ankle) will be available Wednesday versus Cleveland, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Smith isn't cleared to play but continues to practice in a limited fashion. It appears he's ramping up in advance of Brooklyn's regular-season opener and could be a true game-time decision.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Logs partial practice
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Smith (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Sunday, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Smith suffered an ankle injury Oct.12 during a preseason scrimmage and hasn't taken the court since. He'll have until Brooklyn's regular-season opener Wednesday against Cleveland to clear the issue.
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Nets' Dennis Smith: Doesn't play Wednesday
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Smith (ankle) didn't play during Wednesday's preseason win over the Heat.
Smith sustained an ankle injury during an exhibition against Maccabi last week and was unavailable for a second consecutive preseason game Wednesday. It's unclear whether he'll be available for the regular-season opener against Cleveland on Oct. 25.
