Dorian Finney-Smith

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Undergoes surgery on ankle

  Rotowire 1 hr ago

  Finney-Smith underwent successful surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be ready for training camp, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports. Finney-Smith heads into the NBA offseason with a player option on his contract with the Lakers worth $15.3 million. Even after undergoing ankle surgery, he'll likely remain a priority for the Lakers in free agency, whether he decides to opt into his contract or opt out in hopes of getting a long-term deal. After the Nets traded him in December of 2024, the veteran forward played 43 regular-season games for Los Angeles and averaged 7.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game, shooting 44.2 percent from the field and 39.8 percent from deep.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Adds seven points in Game 5 loss

  Rotowire May 1, 2025

  Finney-Smith fouled out of Wednesday's 103-96 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs after recording seven points (3-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 29 minutes. Finney-Smith joined the starting lineup for Wednesday's clash but failed to capitalize on the opportunity, as he was held to single figures in scoring for the fifth straight game. He averaged 6.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.6 assists in a series that was mostly dominated by Minnesota, with the loss bringing a swift end to LA's championship aspirations. One bright spot for Finney-Smith over the course of the 2024-25 regular season was his remarkable improvement from beyond the arc, as he hit at a clip of 41.1 percent from deep across 63 games, marking a new career high.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Jumps into starting five

  Rotowire Apr 30, 2025

  Finney-Smith is part of the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports. Finney-Smith has played at least 29 minutes in each of the first four games of the series but will get his first start in Game 5, replacing Jaxon Hayes. Finney-Smith is averaging 6.0 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists across 35.3 minutes per game this series.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Logs 41 minutes

  Rotowire Apr 28, 2025

  Finney-Smith had six points (2-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, six assists and one block over 41 minutes during Sunday's 116-113 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. Due to a brutal start by Jaxson Hayes, coach J.J. Redick rode with Finney-Smith for most of the night. Finney-Smith started the second half and didn't come out for any breaks. With the season on the line for Los Angeles, it's likely that Finney-Smith again plays a featured role in Game 5 next to Rui Hachimura.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Seven points in 39 minutes in win

  Rotowire Apr 23, 2025

  Finney-Smith recorded seven points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 94-85 win over the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. Finney-Smith has struggled to get going in this series, as he hasn't made much of an impact on either side of the basketball floor. The Florida product was reliable in a bench role during the regular season, but that hasn't been the case during the playoffs thus far, combining for 10 points and eight rebounds across two games.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Good to go Saturday

  Rotowire Apr 18, 2025

  Finney-Smith (ankle) is available for Saturday's Game 1 against the Timberwolves. Finney-Smith joined several Lakers players in sitting for the regular-season finale against the Trail Blazers, but he will play in the postseason opener Saturday. Since being traded by the Nets to the Lakers in December, Finney-Smith averaged 7.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.9 steals over 28.9 minutes per game across 43 outings (including 20 starts).

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Expected to play Saturday

  Rotowire Apr 15, 2025

  Finney-Smith (ankle) didn't play in the regular-season finale but is expected to be ready for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves. Finney-Smith has taken his game to another level since being traded to the Lakers, as he's carved out a significant role with his new team. The veteran forward averaged 8.7 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game, shooting 44.8 percent from the field and a career-high 41.1 percent from deep throughout 63 regular-season games.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Out vs. Portland

  Rotowire Apr 13, 2025

  Finney-Smith is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a left ankle effusion, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports. The Lakers will rest several of their regular starters for this matchup since the team has already locked up the third seed in the Western Conference. This means Finney-Smith will get some extra rest with the playoffs right around the corner. Due to his defensive ability, Finney-Smith figures to play a big role in the Lakers' rotation during the postseason.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Back to bench role

  Rotowire Apr 9, 2025

  Finney-Smith will head back to a bench role for the Lakers on Wednesday against the Mavericks, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports. Finney-Smith has started two of the last three games for Los Angeles but will come off the bench Wednesday in Dallas due to Rui Hachimura being back in the starting lineup. Finney-Smith has averaged 7.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 steals per game in a reserve role, shooting 43.1 percent from the floor and 41.8 percent from beyond the arc.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Getting starting nod

  Rotowire Apr 8, 2025

  Finney-Smith is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Thunder, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports. Finney-Smith will replace Rui Hachimura (knee) in the starting five Tuesday. Finney-Smith has averaged 7.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 31.8 minutes across his previous 10 starting appearances.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Available to play Tuesday

  Rotowire Apr 8, 2025

  Finney-Smith (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports. Finney-Smith was upgraded from questionable to probable Tuesday, and he'll add some much-needed depth in the frontcourt. It wouldn't be surprising if he starts, given that Rui Hachimura (knee) has been ruled out. Finney-Smith is averaging 9.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists and a combined 1.6 steals-plus-blocks per game over his last nine appearances.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Now likely to play Tuesday

  Rotowire Apr 8, 2025

  Finney-Smith (ankle) is now listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports. Finney-Smith was originally considered questionable to suit up Tuesday, but he's now likely to play through a left ankle issue. Across his last 10 appearances, the veteran forward has averaged 9.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.9 steals and 2.5 three-pointers in 30.5 minutes while shooting 46.3 percent from deep.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Listed as questionable

  Rotowire Apr 7, 2025

  Finney-Smith (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports. The veteran forward joins a long list of players on the Lakers' injury report, as Tuesday is the front end of a back-to-back. Depending on who's available, the likes of Jarred Vanderbilt, Jordan Goodwin and Dalton Knecht could all be set to take on an expanded role against Oklahoma City.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Reverting back to bench Sunday

  Rotowire Apr 6, 2025

  Finney-Smith won't start in Sunday's game against the Thunder, Trevor Lane of LakersNation.com reports. The veteran forward will slide to the second unit due to Rui Hachimura (knee) returning to game action. Finney-Smith has averaged 8.2 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 31.6 minutes per game in his last five outings.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Starting sans Hachimura

  Rotowire Apr 4, 2025

  Finney-Smith will start in Friday's game against the Pelicans, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports. The veteran forward will receive the starting nod due to Rui Hachimura (knee) being sidelined on the second night of a back-to-back set. Finney-Smith has averaged 9.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 steals across 28.8 minutes per contest in his last five starts.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Posts massive line

  Rotowire Apr 1, 2025

  Finney-Smith chipped in 20 points (6-13 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals across 32 minutes during Monday's 104-98 victory over the Rockets. Finney-Smith set season-high marks in points (20), three-pointers (6) and blocks (3) in the win over Houston, as the veteran forward produced his best all-around game of the campaign. From a fantasy perspective, he's trending in the right direction, returning sixth-round value in nine-category formats over his last seven games with 10.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.9 three-pointers.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Joins second unit

  Rotowire Mar 29, 2025

  Finney-Smith will come off the bench for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies. Finney-Smith will make way for Rui Hachimura (knee) to jump back into the lineup. Finney-Smith is likely to maintain a sizable role despite this move to the second unit.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Cleared to return

  Rotowire Mar 27, 2025

  Finney-Smith (face) is available for the second half of Thursday's game against the Bulls, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports. Finney-Smith was able to receive medical care during halftime after suffering a cut to his face. He'll be available the rest of the way.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Heads to locker room

  Rotowire Mar 27, 2025

  Finney-Smith went to the locker room during the second quarter of Thursday's game against the Bulls due to a face injury, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports. Finney-Smith took an inadvertent elbow to the face and appeared to be bleeding around the eye before making his way to the locker room. His availability to return is unclear at this time.

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• Lakers' Dorian Finney-Smith: Back in starting lineup Thursday

  Rotowire Mar 27, 2025

  Finney-Smith is in the Lakers' starting lineup against the Bulls on Thursday, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports. Finney-Smith started in 11 straight outings before retreating to the bench Wednesday against the Pacers due to the return of Rui Hachimura. With Hachimura sitting out of the second leg of a back-to-back set Thursday, Finney-Smith will return to the starting five for his 18th start with the Lakers. Finney-Smith has shot 39.0 percent from three on 5.4 3PA/G since the beginning of March.

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