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Rockets say Amen Thompson will continue starting, Jabari Smith Jr. to play off bench
With Houston back at full health, Ime Udoka announced Friday that Amen Thompson would continue to start and Jabari Smith Jr. will play off the bench.
Rockets Getting Major Help Amid Jabari Smith Jr.'s Return
Houston has been winning since Smith's return, getting major help in the defensive and rebounding departments.
Rockets’ reintegration of Jabari Smith Jr. will be key to stretch run
Amid the Houston Rockets’ 48-point first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves over the weekend, the return of Jabari Smith Jr. — and more importantly, Ime Udoka’s utilization of the third-year big — was a reminder of his value.
In return from injury, Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. willing to accept bench role
It doesn’t matter about when you start,” Jabari Smith Jr. tells Rockets Wire of his mindset. “It matters what you do when you get in the game.”
Jabari Smith Jr. May Have to Come Off Rockets Bench
The Houston Rockets are getting excited over the long-awaited return of Jabari Smith Jr. back to the lineup. The former No. 3 overall pick from the 2022 NBA Dra
Jabari Smith Jr. returns after missing 22 games. What that means for Houston Rockets
Jabari Smith Jr. has been out since Jan. 3 with a broken hand. The Rockets sorely missed his rebounding and versatility but now face a starting lineup decision.
Podcast: Why the Rockets prioritized starting roles for Dillon Brooks, Amen Thompson
Why is Ime Udoka starting Dillon Brooks and Amen Thompson over Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason? Our latest The Lager Line podcast explores.
Amen Thompson Will Continue to Start For Rockets
Thompson has warranted starting-level minutes amid Jabari Smith Jr.'s absence, and will get them for the foreseeable future.
Jabari Smith Jr.’s Role Relies on His Production
Jabari Smith Jr. waited several weeks recovering from a hand injury that removed his services from the Houston Rockets' ...
Jabari Smith returns to lineup
Jabari Smith Jr. will come off the bench tonight for the Rockets. Tari Eason will start instead of FVV. Udoka said it’s to ...
Jabari Smith Jr. returns for Houston after 22-game absence with broken hand
HOUSTON — Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. was set to return Friday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves after ...