Jabari Smith Jr. Out Indefinitely for Rockets with Fractured Hand
Jabari Smith Jr., the Houston Rockets’ power forward, has suffered a fractured hand. This injury will sideline him for an estimated 4-8 weeks. The injury occurred on January 3, 2024, and has been classified as an ‘Out’ status.
What It Means
This injury is significant for both Jabari Smith Jr. and the Houston Rockets. Smith Jr. has been a key player, averaging 11.9 points per game this season. He also contributes with 6.5 rebounds and shoots at a field goal percentage of 43.5%. His absence will be felt in the team’s performance.
With Smith Jr. out, the Rockets may need to rely more on players like Jeff Green and Jae’Sean Tate to fill the gap at power forward. Jeff Green currently averages only 6.1 minutes per game with a scoring average of 2.6 points per game, which suggests a potential challenge in replacing Smith Jr.’s production effectively.
