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The Dallas Mavericks traded promising sophomore guard Dennis Smith Jr. to the New York Knicks last month in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis. However, there are still those who are wondering  on why things din’t work out for both sides this season. Mavs head coach Rick Carlisle was asked this question, and his response had a […]

When the New York Knicks acquired point guard Dennis Smith Jr., the team believed it would be getting a franchise player who would help carry them for years to come. This past week, however, questions have begun to pop up regarding his eating habits. Speaking to the media this week, the young guard made an […]

Dennis Smith Jr. is a very popular guy, which doesn’t always have its perks. The 21-year-old New York Knicks point guard said via Twitter that his email and Instagram accounts were hacked on Friday. As if this kid hasn’t been through enough hysteria this season, they won’t even let him manage his social media and […]

Dennis Smith Jr. has been a different kind of player since being traded to the New York Knicks just a few weeks ago. It appears that nothing is strong enough to hold the second-year guard down at the moment, not even a soaring dunk attempt from 6-foot-10 Orlando Magic power forward Jonathan Isaac. DSJ swats […]

It’s safe to say Dennis Smith Jr. is happy that the Dallas Mavericks traded him to the New York Knicks before the trade deadline. After nine games with his new team, Smith opened up about his time in the Big Apple so far and pointed out how welcoming the team has been, particularly head coach […]

The New York Knicks made a splash at the trade deadline with the acquisition of point guard Dennis Smith Jr. However, it appears head coach David Fizdale feels he is still far from a finished product. The Knicks have relied heavily on their new additions since the All-Star break. According to Marc Berman of the […]

Newly-acquired point guard Dennis Smith Jr. described the importance of his first home win as a member of the New York Knicks, proud of making his presence felt in The Big Apple. “It’s major,” said Smith after pouring in 19 points, 13 assists, and six rebounds in a 130-118 win over the San Antonio Spurs […]

When the New York Knicks (specifically Dennis Smith Jr.) is in town, expect at least a couple of highlight clips. For the Madison Square Garden crowd, it’s a nightly treat. Mitchell Robinson has the same impact too albeit more with his block parties. We’ve already seen DSJ narrowly pull off what could have been the best […]

Davis Bertans of the San Antonio Spurs almost formed part of a poster by Dennis Smith Jr. of the New York Knicks. Peep the clip below posted by NBA TV. Smith Jr. had bad intentions once he caught sight of a free lane to the basket. However, he may have been a little too excited […]

It seems like Dennis Smith, Jr. will soon be getting his wish. The New York Knicks guard joined a long list of athletes, celebrities, politicians, and more in condemning NCAA amateurism policies and the NBA’s one-and-done rule after Duke sensation Zion Williamson left his team’s marquee matchup against North Carolina with a knee injury. Here’s […]

So the 2019 NBA Slam Dunk Contest has come to pass. And that’s what happened. It just passed. Another year, another forgettable contest. Sure, Hamidou Diallo’s insane Vince Carter-esque elbow dunk over a 7-foot-1 Hall of Famer in Shaquille O’Neal will go down as an instant classic. .@hamidoudiallo did THAT.#ATTSlamDunk pic.twitter.com/cfmCCDtclZ — NBA TV (@NBATV) February 17, […]

New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. played to the crowd during All-Star Saturday’s dunk contest. The second-year player brought out North Carolina rapper J. Cole for a dunk. Smith Jr. electrified with a fantastic slam, jumping over the recording artist, who threw the ball to him from a chair. Smith Jr. split his […]

Hamidou Diallo of the Oklahoma City Thunder is the winner of the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest. Diallo defeated John Collins, Dennis Smith Jr., and Miles Bridges for the dunk crown. Diallo went on to outscore Smith Jr. in the championship round and win the Slam Dunk competition. Here was Diallo’s second dunk that sent him […]

There’s a lot of talent in Charlotte this weekend for the NBA All-Star game, but New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. says there’s only one player who is the best of all-time at something, and that’s Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry. Smith Jr. was asked if he could take a piece of […]

Dennis Smith Jr. is only 21 years old and playing in his second NBA season, yet the criticisms he has received defy the number of years his professional tenure suggests. It’s weird to associate the term with someone so young, but Smith is enjoying a resurrection with the New York Knicks after being deemed as […]

The New York Knicks are 0-3 since acquiring point guard Dennis Smith Jr. and center DeAndre Jordan from the Dallas Mavericks in the Kristaps Porzingis trade, but the team has been much more fun to watch since the two players came over from Dallas. Madison Square Garden is built for star players to put on […]

Dennis Smith Jr. has played in three games with the New York Knicks and the explosive point guard has already made history. Smith Jr. is the first Knick in franchise history with at least 60 points and 20 assists in his first three games with the team. The 21-year-old is averaging 21.3 points and 6.7 assists […]

When the New York Knicks acquired point guard Dennis Smith Jr. in the deal that sent Kristaps Porzingis to the Dallas Mavericks, the second-year point guard wasn’t brought aboard for his dunking prowess specifically. You wouldn’t know that with the way he has mercilessly attacked rims when given the opportunity, with Friday serving as the […]

Atlanta Hawks big man John Collins is the early favorite to win the Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star Weekend on Feb. 16, per BetOnline.ag. Collins is just ahead of New York Knicks guard Dennis Smith Jr. and Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges in the odds. Coming in last is Oklahoma City Thunder wing Hamidou Diallo. […]

Dennis Smith Jr. was part of the blockbuster trade that sent Kristaps Porzingis, Courtney Lee, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Trey Burke to the Dallas Mavericks. Ironically enough, the trade occurred just a day after the Mavs traveled to Madison Square Garden for a regular season contest. They beat the Knicks by a score of 114-90. Once […]

When the New York Knicks agreed to trade Kristaps Porzingis, Tim Hardaway Jr., Courtney Lee, and Trey Burke to the Dallas Mavericks for Dennis Smith Jr., DeAndre Jordan, Wesley Matthews, and two first-round picks, there were two recurring discussions: how Porzingis would fit in with the Mavericks and the $30-plus million in cap space the […]

The NBA has officially booked its participants for the 2019 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest, and Dallas Mavericks rookie guard Luka Doncic has already placed his money on Dennis Smith Jr. Doncic, like most of us, believes that his former teammate will be taking home the dunking crown at the festivities this year. @Dennis1SmithJr 🤷🏼‍♂️💯 […]

The NBA has officially announced the participants in the 2019 AT&T All-Star Slam Dunk Contest. The four participants will be Dennis Smith Jr. of the Knicks, Miles Bridges of the Hornets, John Collins of the Hawks, and Hamidou Diallo of the Thunder. The #ATTSlamDunk field at #NBAAllStar #StateFarmSaturday! @Dennis1SmithJr @jcollins20_ @MilesBridges @hamidoudiallo pic.twitter.com/pE6Czmjtqy — #NBAAllStar […]

Dennis Smith Jr. found himself glad to be in a different situation after making his debut with the New York Knicks, a chance to start with a clean slate. “I think that was important for me, with everything that was going on,” Smith Jr. said putting up eight points and dishing out six assists in […]

In addition to acquiring veteran center DeAndre Jordan late last week in the Kristaps Porzingis trade, the New York Knicks also added former Mavericks guards Dennis Smith Jr. and Wesley Matthews. With the trio of Smith Jr., Matthews and Jordan heading to New York, the Knicks sent swingman Tim Hardaway Jr., shooting guard Courtney Lee […]

Dennis Smith Jr. may have been in the doghouse during his final days with the Dallas Mavericks, but that doesn’t mean he will be neglected as a member of the New York Knicks. Knicks head coach David Fizdale wants his new guard to be very involved in the offense moving forward: “I want to put […]

Dennis Smith Jr. was unhappy with his role when he was with the Dallas Mavericks. He clearly wanted more opportunity, but the arrival of rookie Luka Doncic prevented that from happening. Now, he’s starting fresh with the New York Knicks, and coach David Fizdale is planning to give him what he wants. David Fizdale says […]

The NBA’s trade deadline frenzy has already begun with the New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks offering the first salvo in blockbuster deals. With one stroke, the Knicks and Mavs sent shock waves reverberating throughout the league as Kristaps Porzingis, Tim Hardaway Jr., Courtney Lee and Trey Burke were sent packing from New York to […]

Remember when Dennis Smith, Jr., now with the New York Knicks, was the young player with a prototype physical profile whose trade from his incumbent team suddenly seemed imminent? That was only two weeks ago, but probably feels like a lifetime to Smith. He was away from the team when those rumors first surfaced, ostensibly […]

And so, the roller coaster ride towards the trade deadline begins for the Los Angeles Lakers and its fans. The Lakers are 25-24 midway to the season, and their superstar, LeBron James is in danger of missing his the playoffs for the first time since 2005. James suffered a grade 3 groin injury during the […]

Forget all the drama that surrounds Dennis Smith Jr. and the Dallas Mavericks for a while. The sophomore guard is going to be one of the participants for this year’s Slam Dunk contest, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Sources @TheAthleticNBA @WatchStadium: Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has committed to the NBA […]

Dallas Mavericks center DeAndre Jordan was glad to have point guard Dennis Smith Jr. back in the starting lineup in a win over the L.A. Clippers, even making a reference to his 2015 botched free agency promise to boot. “I’m glad he’s back,” said Jordan, who had 13 points, 16 rebounds and four blocks against […]

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly one of the teams that discussed a potential trade for Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr. Smith and the Mavericks had been working to accommodate a trade for him, but receiving equal value for a talented, former No. 9 overall pick just […]

Dennis Smith Jr. shined in his return to the Dallas Mavericks starting lineup after a short hiatus, dropping 17 points, eight rebounds and four assists in a win over the L.A. Clippers. A scene in which his teammates hugged him in the fourth quarter drew attention, but the second-year guard noted it wasn’t much to […]

Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. returned from a six-game absence on Tuesday, posting 17 points, eight rebounds, four assists and a steal in a win over the L.A. Clippers. His rookie teammate Luka Doncic was glad his hiatus finally came to an end, but the Mavs’ second-year guard wouldn’t comment on his recent […]

Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. is slated to start at his usual spot after reports of his decision to rejoin his teammates after a short hiatus went public, according to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. A bench role was never discussed between he and coach Rick Carlisle before the 21-year-old took his mysterious sabbatical. The […]

A shocking chain of events had Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. change his mind and rejoin the team after a short hiatus due to a multitude of mysteries surrounding his relationship with the Mavs. According to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, Smith’s decision to return wasn’t so much about coach Rick Carlisle convincing him that […]

Dennis Smith Jr. of the Dallas Mavericks is set to return to action after missing several games, triggering various trade rumors. Smith shared an update on his status and expressed his excitement of joining his teammates again. Per Tim MacMahon of ESPN, Smith said: “I am thrilled to rejoin my teammates on Tuesday. I am feeling […]

The Dallas Mavericks continue to make progress in fixing the franchise’s relationship with disgruntled sophomore guard Dennis Smith Jr., according to a report by The Athletic’s Shams Charania. Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle apologized to Dennis Smith Jr. in phone conversation, expressing remorse over situation. The Mavericks have made clear Smith has been positive presence […]