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Nick Smith Jr. has been active with the Los Angeles Lakers on a two-way deal after being waived by Charlotte, and there have been notable scoring outings in recent games, including a 25-point performance in a late-season contest despite dealing with illness [news sources cited: Yardbarker recap of Lakers vs Trail Blazers; related coverage on Lakers’ reclamation of Smith Jr. and his bench scoring contributions].[1][2]
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Additional context from media coverage around that period highlights Smith Jr. as a potential spark plug for the Lakers’ bench, with discussions of his fit, shooting ability, and development trajectory after earlier NBA stops.[2]
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Historically, Nick Smith Jr. entered the league as a top prospect but faced challenges in Charlotte, which framed his subsequent opportunities with the Lakers as a bid to reestablish his NBA footing and value.[9][1]
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