Jabari Smith Jr. Out Indefinitely for Rockets with Fractured Hand
Jabari Smith Jr., a key player for the Houston Rockets, has suffered a fractured hand. This injury will keep him off the court for four to eight weeks. The injury occurred on January 3, 2025, and he will not be available to play during this period.
What It Means
This is a significant loss for the Houston Rockets as Jabari Smith Jr. has been an important part of their team. He averages 11.9 points per game and grabs 6.5 rebounds per game this season. His shooting percentages are also notable, with a field goal percentage of 43.5% and three-point percentage of 35.4%.
The absence of Smith Jr. means that other players will need to step up in his place. Jeff Green and Jae’Sean Tate are next in line at his position, but they have lower playing time and scoring averages compared to Smith Jr.. Green averages only 6.1 minutes and 2.6 points per game, while Tate averages 8.7 minutes and 3.5 points per game.
