Dennis Smith Jr.'s Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Basketball

Dennis Smith Jr.'s Sports Injuries Table

Type Area Date Consequences Content How It Happened Recovery Duration Rehabilitation Details Impact On Career Psychological Impact Previous Injuries Return To Competition Severity Treatment Medical Staff Long Term Impact Preventive Measures Competition Missed Initial Symptoms Re Injury Risk Support System Rehabilitation Location
Ankle Injuries Left Ankle 2019-12-05 He was unable to play for several games. Smith Jr. landed awkwardly after a jump shot, causing a significant twist to his left ankle. Dennis Smith Jr. injured his left ankle during a game against the Indiana Pacers. 2 weeks Physical therapy and rest were prescribed. Minor setback, but he returned to form quickly. No significant psychological impact reported. None related to the left ankle. 2019-12-20 Moderate Ice, compression, and physical therapy. Team doctors and physical therapists. No long-term impact reported. Ankle strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines. 5 games Pain, swelling, and limited mobility. Low, given proper rehabilitation. Team support and medical staff. Team facility
Back Injuries Lower Back 2020-01-11 Missed several games and required rest and rehabilitation. The injury occurred while attempting a high-intensity drill, leading to muscle strain in the lower back. Smith Jr. sustained a lower back injury during a practice session. 3 weeks Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity. Temporary setback, but he managed to recover fully. Mild frustration due to missing games. None related to the lower back. 2020-02-05 Moderate Rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and physical therapy. Team doctors and physical therapists. No significant long-term impact. Core strengthening exercises and proper technique during drills. 7 games Sharp pain and stiffness in the lower back. Moderate, but manageable with proper care. Team support, medical staff, and family. Team facility

Dennis Smith Jr.'s Sports Injuries Videos

Dennis Smith Jr. Suffers Left Leg Injury Against the Nets, NBA 11/05/22

Thomas maneuvers around a Durant screen. Durant misses the mid-range shot, but Claxton follows up with a powerful dunk.
Video thumb: Dennis Smith Jr. Suffers Left Leg Injury Against the Nets, NBA 11/05/22

Dennis Smith Jr. lands badly, rolls his left ankle, and hops to the locker room.

Larry digs it. Smith passes to McKinnon, who goes against the defense. Plumley turns around and scores. Dennis Smith Jr. is down in front of the Hornet bench. It's a five-on-four situation, and Kelly Oubre Jr. takes a foul to get the injured player off the court, but it's his fifth foul. Smith's left ankle rolled over Lowry's foot.
Video thumb: Dennis Smith Jr. lands badly, rolls his left ankle, and hops to the locker room.