He has committed to Texas Tech Red Raiders.

The severity of the injury remains unclear, but the fact the 20-year-old was ruled out straightaway and not considered questionable is hardly a good sign.The Sixers need temporary help on the wing with Josh Richardson (hamstring) out for at least a few weeks. Smith may rejoin the 76ers on a few occasions before the regular season concludes, but likely just as a depth option rather than as a rotation player.After missing nearly a month of G League action, Smith's production has picked up over his past three appearances, as he's averaged 15.3 points and 4.0 rebounds per game during that span. The 20-year-old is averaging 13.5 points and 3.9 rebounds per game.Smith hadn't seen any action at either the NBA or G League level for the past week due to a deep laceration on his lower right leg.

5/8 6:05 PM CHI 0 CLE 0. In his freshman season at Texas Tech, he averaged 11.3 points and five rebounds per game. Zach Smith (born January 5, 1996) is a forward for the Greensboro Swarm. Zach Smith Center from United States born in 1996 - Last Teams: GREENSBORO SWARM, VEF RIGA, TEXAS TECH, CHARLOTTE HORNETS No portion of NBA.com may be duplicated, redistributed or manipulated in any form.

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The Texas Tech product will reportedly be available to play if needed during Philadelphia's slate against Houston on Friday.Since returning to the G League after an injury and limited usage forced him away from the parent club, Smith has recorded double-digit point totals in each of his four games. More updates should be provided following the Blue Coats' future practices.After an injury-plagued rookie campaign, Smith has been healthy for much of 2019-20 but has yet to see minutes at the NBA level while he remains buried on the 76ers' depth chart at either wing spot. Zachary Smith is a Small Forward from Plano, TX.

By accessing any information beyond this page, you agree to abide by the NBA.comGet extensive video coverage including highlights, interviews and behind-the-scenes access. The Texas Tech product was averaging 12.8 points and 4.2 rebounds over his last five games played in the G League.Smith has been nursing a knee injury and was held out of Saturday's contest as a result, but he's been cleared to return Tuesday.

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Alongside Keenan Evans, Smith led Texas Tech to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament, where they lost to eventual champion Villanova. Get the latest news, stats and more about Zach Smith on eurobasket.com. He's appeared in just one game this season for the Sixers, dishing out an assist in three minutes Saturday against the Lakers.Smith saw his first NBA action of the season during Saturday's home win over the Lakers, but he suffered a sprained left ankle that limited him to only three minutes of action. They have seven other guys averaging between 4.6 and 6.8 ppg.

Their leading scorer is Devaungta Williams with 11 ppt.

At this point, the Sixers expect Smith to be at full strength by the time the start of the 2020-21 season rolls around. 5/5 9:30 PM GSW 0 MEM 0.

He hadn't appeared in a single game this season prior to these last two, and there's a strong chance he falls back out of the rotation once Josh Richardson (hamstring) returns. Stats.

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The Texas Tech product saw action in just seven games for Philadelphia prior to the shutdown, totaling eight points, two rebounds, two assists and three steals in 32 minutes.G League Delaware coach Connor Johnson said Sunday that he expects The 2018 first-round pick has stayed healthy this season after missing extensive action as a rookie, but the playoff-contending 76ers simply don't have a spot in the rotation for Smith.

In 2011-12, Smith became an everyday NHL player; he appeared in 81 games that season, finishing seventh on the Senators with 14 goals and fifth in shooting percentage (10.4 percent).

5/5 7:00 PM ATL 0 WAS 0. Through two games in the G League this season, he's averaging 11 points, five rebounds and two assists.Smith continues to battle knee soreness and will be sidelined for a second straight G League contest.Smith's absence is being referred to as precautionary, so it doesn't appear as though the Sixers are overly concerned.

He'll be re-evaluated Saturday.CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. 76ers' Zhaire Smith: May have long-term stay in G League76ers' Zhaire Smith: Logs 10 minutes versus Warriors76ers' Zhaire Smith: Out for Saturday's G League game Still, Smith could be in line to see at least some minutes for at least the next week or so.Smith was initially deemed questionable due to a left ankle sprain, but he'll be available off the bench Tuesday as needed. You see it because you are not a subscriber. 5/4 8:30 PM HOU 0 LAC 0. Their leading rebounder is Zach Smith with 5 per game.

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Now that he's apparently healed, Smith shouldn't face any restrictions moving forward, though he's not expected to be much of a factor in the NBA rotation this season.It's unclear how long Smith will be sidelined. The 20-year-old hasn't seen NBA action this season, but he's averaging 12.8 points and 4.2 rebounds in his last five games with the Blue Coats.Smith will accompany the team on their next road trip to Toronto on Monday. NBA; NHL; MLB; 5/4 6:00 PM CLE 0 CHI 0. As a result, he's made several appearances in the G League throughout the season to pick up playing time, and it looks like that plan will remain in place for the next month. The latest stats, facts, news and notes on Zach Smith of the Texas Tech Red Raiders

Jul 25, 2018 - Zach Smith signed a contract with the Charlotte Hornets.

Copyright 2020 NBA Media Ventures, LLC | Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. All rights reserved. LATEST SCORES: previous SCROLL next. Although the injury doesn't appear to be too serious, Smith could end up being held out of Tuesday's contest.Smith was recalled from the G League on Friday and played three minutes in the first half versus the Lakers before leaving the game.