Former NC State Point Guard Dennis Smith Jr. has made the 2022 Opening Night roster for the Charlotte Hornets.
Back on September 21st, Charlotte signed Smith Jr to a 1-year deal. The contract was non-guaranteed, but could be worth up to $2.1 million
There were questions on whether or not Smith Jr would find a significant enough roll on the Hornets to justify a roster spot, but a few things have happened that have improved his stock.
Star Point Guard Lamelo Ball is out for the beginning of the season with an ankle sprain, and James Bouknight was arrested for a DWI on Sunday.