Arkansas' Nick Smith Jr. out indefinitely with knee injury
Arkansas freshman guard Nick Smith Jr., a projected NBA lottery pick, is out indefinitely because of a knee injuryDECEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Unimpressive vs. Bradley Smith produced five points (1-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one steal across 20 minutes during Saturday's 76-57 victory over Bradley.
Impact Despite being part of Arkansas' starting lineup Saturday, Smith did not play more than 20 minutes. The team was excellent while he struggled. However, fantasy managers should not consider Smith's latest log an indication of how valued he will be before and during 2023.
DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Saturday Smith (knee) will be available for Saturday's game against Bradley, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Smith was expected to play despite injuring his right knee against Oklahoma the last time he took the floor. The 6-5 freshman has been dominating this month, averaging 19.7 points, three assists and 2.3 rebounds in 30.7 minutes over three games since he's been included in the starting lineup.
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Probable vs. Bradley Smith is probable Saturday versus Bradley.
Impact Smith injured his right knee Dec. 10 at Oklahoma. Fortunately for him, he is expected to be available during the Razorbacks' next game Saturday.
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Logs 16 points, five assists Smith chipped in 16 points (6-14 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and five assists across 24 minutes during Saturday's 99-58 win over San Jose State.
Impact Smith recorded a log the Razorbacks expected from him when he first signed with them. Prior to committing, he was ranked one of America's best guards by multiple outlets. Smith averaged 26.5 points and 7.3 assists as a senior during his high school years. Ideally, the Razorbacks are expected to sporadically receive that output despite him being an inexperienced freshman now.
DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Gets starting nod Smith is in the starting five for Saturday's game against San Jose State.
Impact Smith was one of the highest recruits in the country and will get his first start Saturday. Smith only played six minutes off the bench in his collegiate debut Monday.
DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't play Tuesday Smith (knee) didn't play in Tuesday's loss to Creighton.
Impact Although questionable heading into the matchup, Smith ultimately didn't participate once again due to a nagging knee injury. It's unclear if the star freshman will be available for the Razorbacks in their next contest in the Maui Jim Maui Invitational Tournament on Wednesday.
NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable against Creighton Smith (knee) is questionable Tuesday against Creighton, according to Joel Lorenzi of the Omaha World-Herald.
Impact Arkansas and Creighton won their tournament games Monday. If available, Smith would participate in a head-to-head matchup against Trey Alexander.
NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Monday Smith (knee) is out Monday against Louisville, according to Scottie Bordelon of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.
Impact Smith will try returning when the Razorbacks play against either Creighton or Texas Tech on Tuesday. All aforementioned teams (and Louisville) are participating in a tournament scheduled to begin Monday.
NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as day-to-day Smith (kneeI is considered day-to-day entering the Maui Invitational, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Smith has yet to play this season due to a knee injury. Monday's game versus Louisville will be his first opportunity to make his collegiate debut.
NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
DNP vs. South Dakota State Smith (knee) did not play during Arkansas' 71-56 win Wednesday versus South Dakota State.
Impact Smith continues to improve health-wise, though he is not practicing just yet. Though his availability has not been specified, fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if it is doubtful before Arkansas hosts Louisville on Monday.
NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still day-to-day Smith (knee) is still day-to-day, Christina Long of Times Record reports.
Impact Smith's availability status remains unchanged since the Razorbacks' 2022-23 season began. He still has not participated in their team practices after that date, so fantasy managers should consider him doubtful Tuesday.
NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Does not play Friday Smith (knee) was unable to suit up for Friday's 74-48 win over Fordham.
Impact Smith was seen getting some shots up during pregame warmups but ultimately did not see the floor. He was unable to practice Wednesday or Thursday leading up to the game. It seems unlikely he will be ready next week against South Dakota State unless he can start practicing.
NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Status currently day-to-day Smith (knee) is day-to-day, according to Scottie Bordelon of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.
Impact Smith will not participate in Arkansas' team practice Wednesday or Thursday. Because of the impending absences, his availability is doubtful before Arkansas and Fordham play against each other Friday.
NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Hogs' Nick Smith Will Sit Out Tonight's Season Opener Razorbacks won’t have star freshman playing tonight for “knee management”
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Out vs. North Dakota State Smith is out Monday versus North Dakota State due to a knee injury, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.
Impact Unfortunately for Smith, he is not participating in the Razorbacks' first game of their 2022-23 season. He will try logging his collegiate debut when they play Fordham on Friday. Davonte Davis and Anthony Black are expected to be their starting backcourt while Smith is out. But fortunately for the Razorbacks' freshman, they expect him healthy again soon.
NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Razorbacks' Freshman Lands on SEC Coaches' First Team Another honor comes Nick Smith’s way as Hogs get ready to open season.
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Razorbacks' Freshman Lands on SEC Coaches' First Team Another honor comes Nick Smith’s way as Hogs get ready to open season.
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Posts -34 plus/minus in exhibition Smith had 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT) in 28 minutes in an exhibition game against Texas on Saturday.
Impact Scores don't really matter much in these types of games, but Arkansas was throughly beat down by Texas in this one and Smith posted an eye-popping -34 plus/minus. Many believe that Smith will be the best freshman in college basketball this season, but certainly there is still some growing pains that are going to happen. Arkansas will get better as the season goes on and their huge collection of impact freshman and transfers gets more used to playing with each other.
OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Hogs' Nick Smith Picks Up National Honor Before Playing a Game Razorbacks freshman may have done something no other has done in school history.
OCTOBER 21, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Marcus Sasser, Mike Miles and Nick Smith lead list of best guards in men's college basketball Adam Flagler, Tyger Campbell and North Carolina's backcourt duo also make Sam Vecenie's list.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
