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FBI investigation, dunks, losses part of Dennis Smith Jr.'s NBA rookie season | Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Dennis Smith Jr. came to the Dallas Mavericks with high expectations.

And the rookie ninth overall draft pick didn't disappoint.

Smith started 69 games and averaged 15.2 points, 5. 2 assists and 3.8 rebounds. Many of his points came in spectacular fashion as he became regarded as one of the best dunkers in the league.

The 6-foot-3 Smith finished third in the league's slam dunk contest.

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