Greg Smith will take over as the Rockets' backup center in the event that Houston trades Omer Asik as planned. With Asik as good as gone from Houston as soon as Thursday, Smith will slide into the Rockets backup center spot behind Dwight Howard according to coach Kevin McHale. "I think Greg will get the minutes," McHale said. "We've been looking for another big body, especially when Dwight [Howard] goes out." Smith has been serviceable in the two games he's played this season, averaging 5.0 points and 5.5 rebounds in 17 minutes per game. He's not worth worrying about in shallower leagues, but the third-year player out of Fresno State could be a valuable big man in deeper leagues if his minutes starting creeping up over 20 if (when) Asik is traded.

Greg Smith (knee) expects to return for Sunday's game vs. the Kings. Smith will likely have a spot waiting for him in the rotation, especially with Omer Asik on the sidelines, but he's not deserving of a fantasy roster spot while Terrence Jones and Dwight Howard are healthy. Conditioning may also be an issue in Smith's first few games, as he hasn't played since hurting himself in mid-November.

Greg Smith (sprained knee) did some on-court activity on Tuesday and could return to practice as soon as Saturday. The Rockets could use Smith with Omer Asik (thigh) out of commission for at least a week, but his fantasy value is minimal as long as Dwight Howard is healthy and Terrence Jones is starting at PF.

Greg Smith (knee) said that he would play on Friday but he was ruled out prior to the game. Players can often be more optimistic than teams when it comes to returns from injury, and it's also probable he's simply out of the rotation. Until he shows something, he can remain on the wire in the vast majority of formats.

Greg Smith (sprained knee) said that he will play vs. the Nets on Friday. Smith barely played before injuring himself on Nov. 14, and with Omer Asik active there isn't much wiggle room in the Rockets' frontcourt. Leave him on the waiver wire.

The MRI on Greg Smith's right knee was negative and he was diagnosed with a sprain. This is great news for the Rockets, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Omer Asik. Smith has a sprained LCL and is not expected to miss much time. Terrence Jones could serve as the backup center as well as the starting power forward while the Rockets continue to play small ball.

Greg Smith (right knee) will receive an X-ray and will not return to Thursday's game against the Knicks.

Greg Smith played 22 minutes against the Grizzlies on Friday and had six points, seven boards and two blocks. He played just 21 minutes in his last three games, so coach Kevin McHale gave him some run in the second half while he rested his started. Donatas Motiejunas scored 10 points with eight boards and could be an option at power forward. D-Mo is more of a watch-list player than someone to draft in most formats.

Greg Smith (hip) did not play in Saturday's exhibition. Smith returned to practice on Thursday and his absence was likely just a precaution. If he's in any danger of missing opening night, we'll let you know.

Greg Smith (hip) returned to practice on Thursday. He has been out for all of 2013 camp with a strained right hip. Smith is in the mix to start at power forward, but he isn't likely to contribute in the box score outside of rebounds with a handful of points.