Smith will start against the Suns on Tuesday, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Luka Doncic (leg) sidelined and Austin Reaves coming off the bench following a three-game absence due to a calf injury, Smith will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The two-way player is averaging 7.2 points in 14.6 minutes per game across 11 regular-season appearances thus far.

Smith amassed 13 points (5-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt), two rebounds, one block and two steals in 24 minutes during Friday's 126-105 loss to the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has now scored in double digits in back-to-back games, providing the Lakers with a much-needed spark off the bench in the absences of Luka Doncic (personal) and LeBron James (sciatica/foot). Smith's playing time has been sporadic this season, and his minutes will likely take a hit if Doncic and/or James are cleared to return Sunday against the 76ers.

Smith produced 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds and two steals in 14 minutes during Thursday's 123-120 victory over the Raptors.

EDGE Analysis

Smith caught fire off the bench despite a limited role. He's been mostly out of the rotation mix, but Luka Doncic's personal absence opened up some breathing room in the backcourt. For now, this game can be chalked up as an outlier, and there's no word as to whether Doncic will miss more time.

Smith accumulated 25 points (10-15 FG, 5-6 3Pt), six assists, two steals and one rebound across 27 minutes during Monday's 123-115 victory over the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Smith capitalized on extended minutes Monday with Luka Doncic (rest) and Austin Reaves (groin) sidelined, erupting for over 20 points while knocking down a game-high five three-pointers. The guard, who signed a two-way deal with the Lakers before training camp in September, appeared in 60 games (27 starts) for the Hornets last season, averaging 9.9 points, 2.4 assists and 2.1 rebounds in 22.8 minutes per contest. While this level of usage isn't likely to continue, Monday's showing was an encouraging example of the offensive spark Smith is capable of providing when given the opportunity.

Smith (groin) is signing a two-way contract with the Lakers on Monday, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith was waived by the Hornets on Thursday but quickly landed with the Lakers ahead of training camp, albeit on a two-way pact. The 21-year-old guard logged meaningful minutes last season, starting 27 of 60 regular-season games and averaging 9.9 points, 2.4 assists and 2.1 rebounds across 22.8 minutes per night.

The Hornets are waiving Smith (groin) on Thursday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

This comes as a bit of a surprise, given that Smith played a relatively significant role for Charlotte a year ago. Over his final 46 outings after the calendar flipped to 2025, he averaged 11.9 points, 2.9 assists and 2.5 rebounds in 27.0 minutes per game. It shouldn't be long before the 2023 first-rounder latches on with another club this fall. Smith's departure creates a clearer path to playing time for the likes of Tre Mann, Collin Sexton and Spencer Dinwiddie for the Hornets.

Smith (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Smith won't play in the regular-season finale after suffering a groin injury in Friday's loss to Boston. The second-year guard took advantage of all the injuries in Charlotte this season, finishing the campaign with averages of 9.9 points, 2.4 assists and 2.1 rebounds in 22.8 minutes across 60 appearances (27 starts).

Smith (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Smith suffered a groin injury during the Hornets' loss to the Celtics on Friday, and it puts him in jeopardy of missing Sunday's rematch. Seth Curry and Jaylen Sims would be in line to see increased minutes if Smith is unable to play.

Smith (groin) did not return to Friday's 130-94 loss to the Celtics. He finished with nine points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 17 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Smith was announced as doubtful to return for the second half of Friday's game due to a groin injury. His inability to return puts him in jeopardy of missing the regular-season finale against Boston on Sunday.

Smith (groin) is doubtful to return to Friday's game against the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Smith played in the first half and logged nine points, four rebounds and four assists in 17 minutes, but he did not come out of the locker room for the start of the second half. Seth Curry started in the second half for Smith.