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Rockets Season REVIEWS: Jabari Smith Jr. SOLID Year, But Can He EVER Become An ELITE 3-And-D Player?

Houston Rockets face pivotal questions about Jabari Smith Jr.'s future after a season of steady growth but lingering uncertainty. Can Smith evolve from a solid role player into an elite NBA asset, or is his ceiling already set? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost SportsRadio 610’s Brandon Scott (@brandonkscott) break down Smith’s role as a stretch big, his three-point shooting struggles, and the critical importance of his defense and leadership as Houston reshapes its core.

Key topics include Jabari Smith Jr.’s inconsistent outside shooting, the team’s reliance on him and Reed Sheppard for perimeter scoring, and how Smith compares to potential trade targets like Trey Murphy. The conversation spotlights Smith’s fit with key players like Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun, as well as coach Ime Udoka’s switch-heavy defensive schemes. Will Smith unlock the next level of his game, or should the Rockets consider moving him for a better fit?

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