Nick Smith Jr. of the Charlotte Hornets is experiencing low back tightness. His status is currently questionable for the upcoming game on February 9, 2025, against the Detroit Pistons.
Nick Smith Jr. has played in 31 games this season, averaging 7.9 points per game. He has recorded 2.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game during this time. His shooting percentage from the field is 41.1%, while his three-point shooting percentage stands at 35.7%.
In his last three games, Smith Jr. has averaged 22.0 points per game. He scored 19 points against the San Antonio Spurs, 23 points against the Milwaukee Bucks, and 24 points against the Washington Wizards. His recent performances show a notable increase in scoring compared to his season average.
When he has played, the Hornets have averaged 104.9 points per game. In games where he has not played, the team has averaged 105.0 points per game. Smith Jr. has started in 12 games and has come off the bench in 19 games, averaging 13.7 points per game as a starter and 4.3 points per game coming off the bench.
