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J.R. Smith | Guard/Forward

Team: New York Knicks
Age / DOB:  (27) / 9/9/1985
Ht / Wt:  6'6' / 220
College: None
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J.R. Smith played through the postseason with a swollen left knee "that contained fluid buildup," a source told the New York Post.
According to the source, Smith is "likely" to have his knee drained at some point during the next two weeks. While this would certainly help to explain Smith's struggles in the playoffs, we're not buying into the idea that the knee was solely responsible for his shortcomings. He's expected to be fine well in advance of training camp, but it's unknown where he'll be. He has until June 25 to exercise his player option for next year, or he'll be an unrestricted free agent in the offseason. May 23 - 8:23 AM
Source: New York Post

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J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith is expected to decline his player option for next season and test free agency, according to the New York Post.

The writing has been on the wall with Smith and it would be a huge shock to see him opt in considering he can make more money as an unrestricted free agent. The Knicks can offer him a four-year deal at a starting price around $5 million annually, but that might not be enough to retain Smith, who will be a desired commodity on the open market.
Source: New York Post
May 20 - 8:17 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith is expected to test the market as a free agent this summer, but he said after Saturday's season-ending loss that he hopes to "retire as a Knick."

Mike Woodson's faith in J.R. didn't waver despite his sub-30 percent shooting in the second round, and the Knicks would presumably love to keep him. The catch is that New York's pricy roster could incur huge penalties under the new Collective Bargaining Agreement, curbing their ability to spend money retaining players. Smith, this year's Sixth-Man of the Year, can earn much more than his $2.9 million player option for next season, and it will be interesting to see how much demand there is for him this summer.
Source: Ian Begley on Twitter
May 19 - 9:36 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith finished the Knicks' season-ending Game 6 loss with 15 points on 4-of-15 shooting, 10 rebounds, and three assists.

Smith came in shooting 29.6 percent in the series but that didn't prevent him from launching nine 3-pointers, only two of which found their mark. His lousy playoffs may dim his value as a free agent this summer, but it is considered "very, very likely" that the 2013 Sixth-Man of the Year will decline his $2.9 million player option and test free agency this summer.
Source: SheridanHoops.com
May 18 - 11:43 PM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith took the blame for the Knicks going down 3-1 in their second round series vs. the Pacers.

"I take the blame for this whole series," Smith said. "I’ve been letting my teammates down, I’ve been letting my coaches down, and it doesn’t feel good." Smith has been terrible since the second round began, and he's shown no signs of snapping out of his funk. The Knicks will fight to keep their season alive in Game 5.
Source: New York Post
May 15 - 8:26 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith played through an illness Tuesday and hit just 7-of-22 shots and three 3-pointers for 19 points, two rebounds, zero assists, a steal and a block as the Knicks lost 93-82 to fall into a 3-1 hole against the Pacers.

Smith has simply been terrible since being suspended for Game 4 against the Celtics. He's not hitting shots, has missed some easy layups and looks like a player who has lost his confidence. If he doesn't find it quickly, the Knicks will have a tough time beating the Pacers in Thursday's Game 5, and now have to win three straight in order to advance to the Eastern Finals.
May 14 - 9:44 PM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith (illness) will play in Tuesday's Game 4 against the Pacers.

Smith skipped some practice between Games 3 and 4, but he's not going to miss a playoff game with this. The Knicks desperately need him to find his shooting touch. Smith is shooting 11-of-42 (26.1 percent) so far in this series.
Source: Al Iannazzone on Twitter
May 14 - 5:47 PM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith and Kenyon Martin are both going through Tuesday's shootaround in advance of Game 4 vs. Indiana.

It's a good sign after each had been dealing with an illness, and even if they're less than 100 percent physically, it is looking more likely that they'll suit up. Both are listed as game-time decisions on Tuesday.
Related: Kenyon Martin
Source: Frank Isola on Twitter
May 14 - 10:51 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

Carmelo Anthony expects J.R. Smith (illness) to play on Tuesday in Game 4.

Smith is a game-time call with an illness, but he was spotted out eating last night and it would be a surprise if he can't get it together and play after gutting it out in Game 3. "He'll be fine," Anthony said of Smith. "They're keeping him away from everybody. I'm pretty sure from what I'm hearing, he'll be ready for [tonight]."
Source: New York Post
May 14 - 8:57 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith (illness) did not practice for the second straight day on Monday, and he'll be a game-time decision for Tuesday's Game 4.

Smith played through his illness in Game 3, but he looked awful. After missing Sunday's practice, Smith is still sidelined on Monday as well. He's unlikely to be at full strength for Game 4, but if he played through it in Game 3, we're guessing he'll try to do so again on Tuesday.
Source: Ian Begley on Twitter
May 13 - 10:14 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

Mike Woodson reiterated that J.R. Smith has "been struggling" and expressed a desire for him to improve.

"We need him picking up his offensive game. I don't want it to be a one-man show," Woodson said when referring to the shot distribution between Carmelo Anthony and Smith. The Sixth Man of the Year just has to play better than he has so far or the Knicks are going to be in serious trouble. He did not practice on Sunday because he's still struggling with his illness, but he's expected to play on Tuesday.
Related: Carmelo Anthony
Source: New York Post
May 13 - 7:55 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith and Kenyon Martin are not practicing on Sunday due to illnesses.

It makes sense and J.R. Smith did not have much success battling through his 102-degree fever in Game 3 on Saturday. Game 4 isn't until Tuesday, so Smith should feel a lot better by then. On the other hand, his game hasn't been well in the playoffs, shooting a putrid 33.9 percent from the field. He'll look to rebound on Tuesday.
Related: Kenyon Martin
Source: Ian Begley on Twitter
May 12 - 11:45 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith (illness) vowed to play in Game 4 on Tuesday "no matter what."

Smith played despite being feverish on Saturday, finishing with nine points on 4-of-12 shooting, and we won't list him on the injury report unless his condition worsens. "I was going to play [Saturday] regardless of what was going on," said Smith. "It's playoff time. No excuses."
Source: NY Post
May 12 - 9:01 AM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith (illness) finished Saturday's 82-71 defeat with nine points on 4-of-12 shooting, one rebound, and zero assists, steals or blocks in 25 minutes.

Smith had a 102-degree fever earlier in the day and it's impressive that he played at all, but his struggles can't be blamed on his illness -- he's a combined 39-of-115 from the field (33.9 percent) in the playoffs. Looking up from a 2-1 hole against an elite defense, the Knicks desperately need Smith to attack the paint and score efficiently.
May 11 - 11:17 PM
J.R. Smith - G/F - Knicks

J.R. Smith (illness) will play in Game 3 on Saturday.

Smith had a high fever and was considered a game-time decision, so it's doubtful that he'll be anywhere near 100 percent. He comes in shooting 34.0 percent in the playoffs, though, so presumably his efficiency can't get much worse.
Source: Jared Zwerling on Twitter
May 11 - 7:08 PM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
PG1Raymond Felton
2Pablo Prigioni
SG1Jason Kidd
2J.R. Smith
3James White
SF1Iman Shumpert
2Steve Novak
3Quentin Richardson
PF1Carmelo Anthony
2Amare Stoudemire
3Chris Copeland
4Kenyon Martin
C1Tyson Chandler
2Marcus Camby
3Earl Barron