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On YouTubeLos 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 / Silver Screen & Roll / November 4
Marcus Smart was excited to see Nick Smith Jr.’s breakout performance 
Nick Smith Jr. stepping up for the Lakers against the Blazers had all the makings of a feel-good Hollywood movie. The shorthanded Lakers relied on their two-way guy to play 27 minutes on the road and he delivered, scoring 25 points in the road win.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 4
Marcus Smart Happy For Nick Smith Jr. After Big Performance
Nick Smith Jr. was tasked with playing a massive role on Monday night against the Portland Trail Blazers. With Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves all out, the Los Angeles Lakers were down to only Smith, Bronny James Jr.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
Lakers’ JJ Redick had perfect response to Nick Smith Jr. puking at halftime
The Los Angeles Lakers picked up their fourth straight win Monday night, defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 123-115 to improve to 6-2 on the season. Following the victory, head coach JJ Redick had a lighthearted reaction to Nick Smith Jr.’s impressive performance after the guard vomited at halftime.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 4
Nick Smith Jr. Came Up Big For Lakers Against Trail Blazers Despite Battling Illness
The Los Angeles Lakers have developed a reputation for rehabbing players’ values and their latest reclamation project appears to be Nick Smith Jr. The Lakers signed Smith to a two-way deal in free agency after he was waived by the Charlotte Hornets, a surprising move considering he was a first-round pick just two years ago.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 4
Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura & Nick Smith Jr. Lead Impressive Win Over Trail Blazers
The Los Angeles Lakers have been rolling the past week, winning their previous three games heading into a rematch against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
Nick Smith Jr. looks like mini-JJ Redick after 3-point barrage
The Los Angeles Lakers grabbed an impressive, 123-115 win on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday, despite being extremely short-handed.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / November 4
Nick Smith Jr. catches fire as Lakers stun Blazers on road
Despite the trio of Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and LeBron James all being out with injury, the Lakers had one of the most memorable wins in recent years, knocking off the Blazers, 123-115.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 1
It Didn’t Take Long For Nick Smith Jr. To Notice Difference Between Lakers & Hornets
Just before the start of training camp, the Los Angeles Lakers filled their final two-way spot by signing former first-round pick Nick Smith Jr. Smith was recently let go by the Charlotte Hornets after just two seasons with the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 1
Lakers’ Nick Smith Jr. vows to embrace LeBron and Luka’s ‘shoot or get off’ mentality
Jake LaRavia knows what his role will be playing next to Luka Doncic and LeBron James after the Los Angeles Lakers picked him up this offseason. The LA Lakers made some serious changes to their squad this summer, with plenty of big moves by the front office aimed at addressing a few key weaknesses.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / September 30
Nick Smith Jr's release shows an organizational change in Charlotte
Three years ago, Nick Smith Jr was the #1 ranked player on 24/7 Sports. Two years ago, Nick Smith Jr was a first round draft pick. Four days ago, Nick Smith Jr was waived by the Charlotte Hornets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Apex Sports / September 30
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
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / September 29
Lakers Add Young Sharpshooter on Two-Way Contract
The Lakers filled their final two-way contract spot ahead of Monday’s media day, bringing in 21-year-old guard Nick Smith Jr. The former first-round pick enters his third year in the league with plenty of potential as a three-level scorer.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / September 29
Lakers Sign Guard Nick Smith Jr. To Two-Way Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Nick Smith Jr. to a two-way contract. This is the final two-way spot the Lakers had to offer and Smith join Christian Koloko and Chris Manon on two-way deals.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / September 26
Charlotte's waiving of Nick Smith Jr. puts a bow on Hornets' disastrous 2022 NBA Draft night trade
The 2021 and 2022 NBA Drafts are major inflection points in the last decade of Charlotte Hornets basketball. After selecting LaMelo Ball in the 2020 Draft and signing Gordon Hayward soon after, Charlotte was clearly on an upward trajectory.
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / September 26
Rockets Could Land Intriguing First-rounder For Key Backcourt Role
CHARLOTTE — The Hornets announced on Thursday that former first-round pick Nick Smith Jr. has been waived, as reported by Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / September 25
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
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 / August 27
Which teams could take on Nick Smith Jr.'s contract for draft capital?
The NBA's new CBA, which started in 2023, has made making trades more difficult than ever. Salary dumps are more prevalent than ever as teams try to avoid the dreaded second apron, but there are more difficulties in finding another team that can make said deal.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 5
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 / 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.
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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