Although a late summer knee injury forced elite guard Dennis Smith to undergo surgery, the top-five point guard projects to return in full force. In these clips, shot prior to the injury, you’ll see Smith’s dynamic athleticism and immense skill level.
Analysis
Smith is an explosive athlete who loves to attack from the baseline, plant and dunk with leaners not unlike a young Steve Francis. He changes speeds very well and uses fakes to lock defenders' knees, making him difficult to keep out of the lane. His agility is top-notch and he utilizes reverses cleverly to elude would-be shotblockers.