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NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 13
Former Lakers Guard Nick Smith Jr. Leaves NBA To Sign One-Year Deal With Real Madrid
Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Nick Smith Jr. is taking his talents overseas after agreeing to a one-year deal with European powerhouse Real Madrid. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, Smith has agreed to the deal after hitting unrestricted free agency this offseason.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / September 12
Nick Smith Jr. Close To Signing With Real Madrid
The Los Angeles Lakers experienced major roster turnover this offseason as they look to better cater to the needs of star Luka Doncic. That naturally led to the departure of numerous players, one being former two-way guard Nick Smith Jr.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 12
Former Lakers guard Nick Smith Jr. nearing deal with Real Madrid
Nick Smith Jr. may be taking his scoring overseas. The former Lakers guard is close to signing with Real Madrid, according to Sportando, which cited Chema de Lucas.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 12
Nick Smith Jr. Reportedly Close To Signing With Real Madrid
Could Nick Smith Jr. continue his career overseas? He’s reportedly close to signing with Real Madrid, Sportando relays via Chema de Lucas. Smith hit the free agent market after the Lakers declined their option on his 2026/27 contract in late June.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 29
Nick Smith Jr. Team Option Declined
This offseason should be an interesting one for the Los Angeles Lakers as a lot of moves need to be made in order to vault them into championship contention.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / May 24
Why Nick Smith Jr. Could Quietly Become a Huge Steal for the Lakers Next Season
The Los Angeles Lakers are in rebuilding mode at the moment. Having exited the season with a brutal 0-4 thrashing against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the purple and gold front office has realized the need to bring in some new faces.
NBA News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / May 20
Jordan Smith Jr. Guard Arkansas Needs After Acuff Jr. Heads to NBA
It's probably a pretty good bet nobody in Arkansas was exactly shocked when Jordan Smith Jr. made it official with the Razorbacks. The Washington, D.C., native had committed back in February and had already put pen to paper in a signing ceremony at Paul VI Catholic High School on April 27.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 15
JJ Redick Explains Why Lakers Signed Nick Smith Jr. Over Drew Timme
Just before the end of the 2025-26 season, the Los Angeles Lakers waived Kobe Bufkin and signed Nick Smith Jr. to a standard, two-year NBA deal. Smith was playing on a two-way contract and in order to be eligible for the playoff roster, the Lakers needed to upgrade his deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 13
Nick Smith Jr. Reacts To New Contract With Lakers
With the regular season coming to an end, the Los Angeles Lakers decided to make one final roster move. The team released Kobe Bufkin, opening up a roster spot for the playoffs and to fill that spot, they converted the two-way contract of Nick Smith Jr.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 12
Exclusive: How Nick Smith Jr. has navigated challenging Lakers season
When the Los Angeles Lakers signed Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way contract before the start of the season, he was walking into a situation unfamiliar to him.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / April 12
Lakers converting Nick Smith Jr. to standard contract
The Lakers are promoting guard Nick Smith Jr. from his two-way deal to a standard NBA contract, his agent told Shams Charania of ESPN. Smith will receive a two-year deal, giving Los Angeles another depth option heading into the playoffs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 27
Lakers’ unheralded rookie staying ready amid Nick Smith Jr., Drew Timme success
LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers have turned to their two-way contract players this season, they’ve been able to make an impact. Both Nick Smith Jr.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 30
JJ Redick Wants Nick Smith Jr. To Be Aggressive
Luka Doncic led the way and LeBron James had another strong outing, but it was two-way contract player Nick Smith Jr. who gave the Los Angeles Lakers an extra boost in their win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night to snap their three-game losing streak.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 29
Nick Smith Jr. Remained Confident, Ready To Make Most Of Opportunity
With the Los Angeles Lakers missing both Austin Reaves and Gabe Vincent — the former for at least four weeks — Nick Smith Jr. knew that his number was going to be called.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29
Nick Smith Jr. reveals mentality behind offensive explosion vs. Kings
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers snapped their three-game losing streak following their 125-101 win against the visiting Sacramento Kings, and a big reason for that win was the contributions of Nick Smith Jr.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / November 7
Unheralded Lakers pickup could have big impact this season
Nick Smith, Jr. was dumped by the Charlotte Hornets this summer. Now on a two-way deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, the 21-year-old could have a big impact this season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / September 30, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers Make Smart Move with Nick Smith Jr. Signing in The 2025 Offseason
The smell of opportunity hung thick in the air at the Los Angeles Lakers’ practice facility this week. While other teams scrambled to finalize their rosters, the Lakers quietly made one of the shrewdest moves of the offseason, inking former first-round pick Nick Smith Jr.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 30, 2025
Have Lakers unearthed another under-the-radar gem?
The Lakers may have found their next development project in a former first-round pick who recently joined the franchise on a two-way contract.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 29, 2025
Nick Smith Jr. Signs Two-Way Deal With Lakers
The Lakers have added Nick Smith Jr. on a two-way contract, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Khobi Price of the Orange County Register.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / September 25, 2025
Hornets to waive former first-round pick
Smith, 21, was the No. 27 overall pick in the 2023 draft. On the surface, him being waived is a touch surprising.
Charlotte Hornets News / Fastbreak on SI / September 25, 2025
Top NBA Free Agent Guards After Hornets' Nick Smith Jr. Move
The Charlotte Hornets are cutting ties with the young veteran Nick Smith Jr. The move comes as a bit of a shock, considering he was just drafted by the Hornets during the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 5, 2025
Hornets' backcourt jam puts Nick Smith Jr. firmly on the trade radar
The Charlotte Hornets have a surplus of guards, and with the team signing all four of its draft picks to standard contracts, they are four over the 15-man roster limit.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / May 13, 2025
Nick Smith Jr.'s future with the Hornets could be impacted by the NBA Draft
The NBA off-season can really shake things up and that was seen on Monday night when the Hornets received the fourth overall pick for the NBA Draft and the Dallas Mavericks winning it, despite less than a 2% chance.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 13, 2025
Breaking down Nick Smith Jr.'s sophomore year with the Charlotte Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets' dismal 2024-25 season ended with a whimper against the Boston Celtics on Sunday afternoon. Now that the campaign is in the rearview mirror, it's time to review what was for some of Charlotte's key players ahead of free agency and the 2025 NBA draft.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / July 13, 2024
Watch: Hornets' Nick Smith Jr. breaks ankles at Summer League
Brandon Miller made the All-Rookie team last season, but a different second-year Hornet is impressing at the NBA Summer League.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 6, 2023
Nick Smith Jr., Leaky Black Make Most of Quick Trip to Greensboro
Over the course of the 82-game season, the Charlotte Hornets will be constantly managing their roster to ensure players' talents are maximized and guys get the playing time they need to develop. That is precisely what was accomplished earlier this week when Charlotte made the decision to send Nick Smith Jr.
Charlotte Hornets News / Yardbarker / July 14, 2023
Charlotte Hornets positives from Summer League
The Charlotte Hornets have largely struggled in Summer League play, but that's not to say that there haven't been some positives.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26, 2023
Grading the draft of the Charlotte Hornets
After finishing 14th in the Eastern Conference and missing the playoffs for the seventh consecutive season, the Charlotte Hornets continue to retool their roster. Here are grades for their four selections in Thursday's NBA Draft.
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