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Former Brooklyn Nets Guard Seeks NBA Comeback

As reported by Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, former Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. is seeking an NBA return as the Philadelphia 76ers are set to host the soon-to-be 26-year-old guard during their veteran minicamp this week.

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Former Blazers Guard Expected to Work Out For West Rival: Report

A former guard of the Portland Trail Blazers is reportedly scheduled to work out for the Dallas Mavericks. Guard Dennis Smith Jr. is expected to participate in the Mavericks' free agent mini-camp on June 9 and 10, according to Mavericks insider Jimmy Crowther.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Former Nets guard eyeing NBA comeback with 76ers, Mavericks

Former Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. is attempting an NBA comeback. Smith Jr. worked out for the Philadelphia 76ers during a two-day veteran minicamp this week, according to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / June 6

Former Nets Guard Works Out With 76ers

After spending the 2024-2025 season out of the NBA, a former Brooklyn Nets guard is getting another chance to return to the league. Dennis Smith Jr. took part in the Philadelphia 76ers two-day veteran minicamp that kicked off on Thursday.

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Former NC State Basketball Star Eyes Potential Return to Biggest Stage

Not even a decade ago, Dennis Smith Jr. became the highest-drafted NC State basketball talent in a quarter century when he came off the board No. 9 overall at the 2017 NBA Draft.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fastbreak on SI / June 5

Philadelphia 76ers Reportedly Work Out Former NBA 9th Overall Pick

Dennis Smith Jr. most recently played in the NBA during the 2023-24 season when he was a member of the Brooklyn Nets. That year, the former NC State star averaged 6.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 43.5% from the field and 29.4% from the three-point range in 56 games.

Dennis Smith Jr. News / Hoops Rumors / June 5

Former first-round pick among players at 76ers minicamp

Dennis Smith Jr. is participating in the Sixers‘ two-day veterans minicamp this week, sources tell Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

Former NBA Lottery Pick May Be Available On Free Agent Market

It looks like Dennis Smith Jr.’s time with Real Madrid may be short-lived. Only a few weeks since getting signed, reports have emerged that the former NBA lottery pick is leaving the team.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / February 18

Former 1st-Round Pick Reportedly Attempting NBA Return

Dennis Smith Jr. is coming off a year where he played for the Brooklyn Nets. He finished the 2023-24 season with averages of 6.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 43.5% from the field and 29.4% from the three-point range in 56 games.

Ex-Lottery Pick Dennis Smith Jr. Leaves Real Madrid, Eyes NBA Return

Free agent point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has parted ways with Real Madrid with plans to return to the NBA, per league insider Chris Haynes. Smith, who joined the Spanish powerhouse in mid-January, struggled to adapt to his new surroundings.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / February 18

Former lottery pick attempting NBA comeback after having trouble in Spain

The ninth overall pick in the 2017 draft, Smith has appeared in a total of 326 regular-season games over the course of seven NBA seasons.

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18

Former Mavericks lottery pick eyeing NBA comeback

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Dennis Smith Jr. Set To Sign With Real Madrid

NBA free agent point guard Dennis Smith Jr. is set to join Real Madrid, pending a physical, according to Nacho Duque of Marca and Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops.

Dennis Smith Jr. Expected To Join Real Madrid

Free agent point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has traveled to Spain and is expected to sign with Real Madrid, pending a physical, according to reports from Nacho Duque of Marca and Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / December 24

Dennis Smith Jr. Believes He Can Help Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have slowly begun to turn things around as of late as they’ve rediscovered their defensive identity which has led to better offensive possessions.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Fastbreak on SI / December 21

NBA Fans React To Dennis Smith Jr. G League News

Dennis Smith Jr. is coming off a solid year with the Brooklyn Nets. The former NC State star averaged 6.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 43.5% from the field.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / December 19

Former Mavericks Lottery Pick Enters G-League Showcase

Dennis Smith Jr. has been out of a job this season after playing well in 56 games for the Brooklyn Nets last season. The fact he still hasn't been signed by an NBA team is a surprise, given how many teams need a defensive-minded guard off the bench.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 18

Brooklyn Nets Reportedly Interested in Dennis Smith Jr. For G League Team

NBA veteran free agent guard Dennis Smith Jr. signed into the G League ahead of the NBA G League Winter Showcase starting on Thursday, and he could soon be back with the Nets organization. The Long Island Nets, Brooklyn’s G League affiliate, “are at the top of the waiver order” alongside the Mexico City Capitanes to sign Smith, per Marc Stein .

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Rumors / December 18

Report: Former top 10 pick signing G League contract

A former lottery pick is signing a G League contract.

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NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 23

Dennis Smith Jr. Reveals Dallas Mavericks’ Threat of a Trade

Former NBA point guard Dennis Smith Jr. recently revealed the Dallas Mavericks’ threat of a trade. He will be turning 27 on Monday, November 25, known as Thanksgiving in the United States.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 20

Dennis Smith Jr. believes Hornets' star guard LaMelo Ball is misunderstood

For whatever reason, the league-wide narrative surrounding Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball is that he doesn't take the game seriously or have the passion needed to play championship basketball in the NBA.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fastbreak on SI / November 16

Fans Surprised That Former NBA 1st-Round Pick Is Still A Free Agent

Dennis Smith Jr. has played seven seasons in the NBA. His most recent stop came with the Brooklyn Nets last year. The former NC State star averaged 6.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 43.5% from the field and 29.4% from the three-point range in 56 games.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / September 24

Knicks Could Sign Familiar Face

The New York Knicks were home to point guard Dennis Smith Jr. from 2019-21, and history could have a sense of repeating itself. Smith Jr. is still a free agent, but he could make sense for the Knicks if they were interested in adding another point guard to the mix.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / December 28, 2023

Coach Vaughn on Dennis Smith Jr.'s role on the Nets roster

Ever since he joined the Nets in the 2023 offseason, Dennis Smith Jr. has only impressed the organization. He has been a rock-solid backup point guard in coach Jacque Vaughn's system, as he provides solid playmaking and elite defense at the same time.