Former NC State Point Guard Dennis Smith Jr led the Mavericks (1-4) in scoring (19) and assists (5) in a victory over the unbeaten Grizzlies (3-1) last night, which was also their first victory of the season. The 19 points set a new career high for the young rookie. DSJ’s shot was on point, connecting on 8 of his 12 field goal attempts, and 3 of his 6 3-point attempts (If Dennis can get locked in from beyond the three-point line, he would be unstoppable.)
Smith’s coach Rick Carlisle had some lofty words of praise for him after the game, calling him a “gamer.