Nick Smith Jr. of the Charlotte Hornets recorded a notable performance against the Memphis Grizzlies on January 22, 2025. He achieved a milestone by contributing 5 assists, surpassing his projection by the same number. Smith Jr. also played for 30 minutes, exceeding his expected playtime by that amount.
In the game against the Grizzlies, Nick Smith Jr. scored 9 points and had a shooting accuracy of 40% from the field. He made one three-pointer out of five attempts and collected one rebound during his time on the court. His overall contribution resulted in a player efficiency rating of 10.31 and a usage rate of 16.04.
The Hornets lost to the Grizzlies with a final score of 132-120. Despite this loss, Smith Jr.’s performance was significant as he reached an assist milestone and exceeded expectations in terms of playtime. The team managed to score a total of 120 points with a field goal percentage of nearly 48%, but it was not enough to secure victory.
