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NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 22
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Rockets, Dorian Finney-Smith, All-Stars
The season has not gone according to plan for the Mavericks, but Cooper Flagg has been a legitimate bright spot. Tim MacMahon of ESPN polled rival scouts, coaches, and executives, and the reviews on the No.
Dorian Finney-Smith News / Hoops Rumors / January 22
Rockets Gauging Dorian Finney-Smith’s Trade Value?
Houston is exploring the trade market in search of a potential backcourt upgrade, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, who hears from sources that the Rockets have looked into what sort of return they could get for forward Dorian Finney-Smith and second-round draft capital.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / January 19
Rockets Received Calls on Tari Eason, Dorian Finney-Smith, Clint Capela
The NBA trade deadline is February 5th. Contending teams will be scouring the market, in hopes of identifying reinforcements and/or roster improvements.
The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 12
Watch: Dorian Finney-Smith Sparks Wild Altercation After Hard Foul During Kings–Rockets Clash
The Sacramento Kings had a solid 111-98 victory over the Houston Rockets in their recent matchup. By improving their overall record to 9-30, the team is moving forward to face their next rival, the Los Angeles Lakers, tonight.
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 31
Dorian Finney-Smith is Ready to Come off Minutes Restriction for Rockets
Dorian Finney-Smith was a prized free agent pick up for the Houston Rockets over the summer. Sure, Houston's splash offseason move was the Kevin Durant
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / December 26
Rockets Get Reinforcements For Christmas
The Houston Rockets won their Christmas Day clash against the Los Angeles Lakers 119-96. The team’s performance made for quite a present to Rockets fans.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / December 25
Dorian Finney-Smith Available for Rockets' Christmas Day Battle vs. Lakers
The Houston Rockets are looking to get back on track after a rough stretch of basketball through December. This month, they're 4-6, ranking 23rd in defensive rating and 29th in turnover percentage.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / December 25
Dorian Finney-Smith Could Make Rockets Debut Today
Veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith could make his Rockets debut today when Houston faces the Lakers. He’s listed as questionable to play, according to Real GM.
Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / October 26
Injured Player’s Debut Could Bolster Rockets
The Houston Rockets’ 2025-26 season hasn’t started out quite as the team had hoped. However, the season-long absence of starting point guard Fred VanVleet was always going to necessitate an awkward adjustment period.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 13
Josh Okogie Has Great Opportunity to Make Impact With Dorian Finney-Smith Injured
The Houston Rockets went through significant changes this offseason. From blockbuster trades to free agent signings, the Rockets were one of the most active teams in the NBA this offseason.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 4
Dorian Finney-Smith Leaving On Bad Terms After Botched Negotiations
The Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to a slow start to free agency, although they finally made a splash on Wednesday when they agreed to terms with center Deandre Ayton on a two-year contract.
NBA News / Field Level Media / June 30
Report: Dorian Finney-Smith to Rockets on 4-year, $53M deal
Nine-year NBA veteran Dorian Finney-Smith will sign a four-year contract with the Houston Rockets, according to multiple reports on Monday. The deal is reported to be valued at $53 million for the defensive standout.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Lakers GM may have kneecapped himself with free-agency gambit
Dorian Finney-Smith left the Los Angeles Lakers for a lucrative deal with the Houston Rockets. According to a Lakers insider, GM Rob Pelinka's attempt to keep his player's price tag down blew up in his face.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Lakers dealt a blow with forward's move to Western Conference rival
The Lakers went into the offseason knowing they needed to add to their core of LeBron James and Luka Doncic. Early in free agency, they've had to subtract a player instead.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Rockets bolster depth with free-agent signing to continue active offseason
The Houston Rockets didn't wait long to bolster their depth after their recent blockbuster Kevin Durant trade.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 30
Dorian Finney-Smith Signing Four-Year Contract With Rockets
When the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Dorian Finney-Smith during the 2025 season, he immediately became one of the most trusted and important players on the roster.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 30
Lakers Expected To Lose Dorian Finney-Smith, Eyeing Center Options
The Los Angeles Lakers are bracing for the likely departure of free agent forward Dorian Finney-Smith, but that exit could help shape their next move. With Finney-Smith drawing strong interest from the Houston Rockets, the Lakers are preparing to shift their focus to the center market, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 29
Rockets Emerging as Suitor for Lakers’ Dorian Finney-Smith
The Houston Rockets appear to be eyeing Dorian Finney-Smith as their next key addition. More specifically, Houston has emerged as a “viable landing spot” for the veteran forward, according to The Stein Line’s Marc Stein and Jake Fischer.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 29
Lakers must find a way to keep veteran forward
The Lakers would be wise to tie him down to a new deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 29
Lakers’ Dorian Finney-Smith Declines Option, Will Test Free Agency
Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith is declining his $15.4 million player option for the 2025-26 season, making him an unrestricted free agent, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 28
Dorian Finney-Smith Could Look Elsewhere If L.A. Doesn’t Offer Multi-Year Contract
Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith’s offseason could veer in several different directions over the next few days. By Sunday, he will have to make a decision as to whether or not he picks up or declines his $15.4 million player option for the 2025-26 season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / June 26
Concerning Dorian Finney-Smith Report Emerges for Lakers Ahead of Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers' 2024-25 season ended in disappointment in the form of a first-round exit at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, but there were positives to take from it.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / June 12
Report: Lakers F Dorian Finney-Smith has ankle surgery
Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be ready for fall training camp for next season, ESPN reported on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 28
Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith Could Be Target for East Contender This Summer
Early in the season, the Los Angeles Lakers decided to ship D'Angelo Russell to Brooklyn in exchange for Dorian Finney-Smith. Russell's second stint in Los Angeles had run its course.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 24
Lakers Get Optimistic Dorian Finney-Smith Contract Prediction
The Los Angeles Lakers traded for Dorian Finney-Smith early in the year in order to improve their defense. D'Angelo Russell had run his course in LA, and JJ Redick wanted someone who could defend on the perimeter.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 19
Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith Seemingly Hints at Free Agency Plans
The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of decisions to make as we enter this pivotal summer. After falling short this season, it is clear as day that the Lakers need to retool their roster if they want to seriously compete for a title next season and beyond.
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