Jabari Smith Jr.

Smith delivered his most disruptive defensive performance of the season during Monday's 114-92 victory over the Suns, registering multiple blocks and steals in a single game for the first time. The fourth-year forward complemented his defensive efforts with an efficient 17 points (6-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, and one assist across 32 minutes.

Fantasy Impact

Beyond the defensive stats, Smith is currently locked in from the perimeter. Over his last five appearances, he is converting 44.4 percent of his three-point attempts. This hot shooting stretch has boosted his production to 16.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, 3.2 triples, and 2.0 assists per contest during that span.

Jabari Smith Jr. posted a double-double for the Rockets Friday night, grabbing 11 rebounds and scoring 21 points (7-20 FG, 5-11 3PT, 2-3 FT) while also blocking one shot and dishing out four assists in a 112-109 loss to the Nuggets.

Fantasy Impact

Smith Jr. continues a solid stretch on both ends of the floor, grabbing five or more rebounds and scoring 10 or more points in each of his last five games. The 22-year-old continues to offer head coach Ime Udoka a stable frontcourt option as part of a versatile Houston starting five, averaging 14.9 points and 6.9 rebounds per game to go along with a usage rate of 17.9% so far this season.

Jabari Smith is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets due to right knee tendinopathy. The designation places the forward back on the injury report.

Fantasy Impact

The Rockets are expected to wait until closer to tipoff to make a final decision on his status. If Smith is unable to play, Josh Okogie would be in line to handle a heavy workload in the frontcourt.

Jabari Smith Jr. (knee) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Fantasy Impact

Smith has been cleared to play on Wednesday and is set to be a starter for the Rockets against the Cavaliers. Fantasy managers shouldn't hesitate to start him in this matchup even though he was considered questionable to play heading into the day.

Jabari Smith Jr. is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers due to a knee injury. The forward is coming off a heavy workload in Sunday's overtime win over the Magic, where he logged 43 minutes.

Fantasy Impact

If Smith is unable to suit up, Steven Adams could be inserted into the starting lineup, a move that would make sense given the specific matchup. Reed Sheppard would also likely see an uptick in minutes and should be rostered in 12-team formats.