Friday, January 3, 2025 11:51PM
Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. is set to miss four to eight weeks after fracturing his left hand during shootaround Friday, according to head coach Ime Udoka.
Udoka said Smith got hit on the hand during practice and the team later found out it was broken.
Smith, 21, is averaging 11.9 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1 block this season in nearly 31 minutes per game for the Rockets.
The Rockets will also be without forward Tari Eason, who has missed the last seven games with a leg injury, and Amen Thompson, who is serving a suspension for his involvement in a fight in Sunday’s game against the Miami Heat, when they host the Boston Celtics on Friday night.
Houston entered Friday as the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference.
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The Houston Rockets’ rookie sensation Jabari Smith Jr. will be sidelined for the next 4-6 weeks after suffering a fractured hand during a recent game. This is a major blow for the team as Smith has been a key contributor and fan favorite since being drafted in the first round.
Smith, who was averaging 15 points and 6 rebounds per game, was quickly making a name for himself in the league with his impressive scoring ability and defensive skills. His absence will be sorely felt by the Rockets, who are already struggling with injuries to other key players.
Despite this setback, Smith remains optimistic about his recovery and is determined to come back stronger than ever. In the meantime, the Rockets will have to rely on their depth and bench players to step up in his absence. Fans are hoping for a speedy recovery for Smith and are looking forward to seeing him back on the court soon.
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