J.R. Smith Articles - Page 6

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoCavs' J.R. smith has more games shooting under 25% this season than LeBron James has in his career

With how good he has been on offense earlier in his career, it has made this season a very disappointing one so far for Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard J.R. Smith. His numbers prove just that, as he has not been shooting the ball well since the start of the 2017-18 campaign. So far, Smith has […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoCavs' J.R. Smith naming 4th daughter 'Denver' after a city he played 5 years in

The city of Denver will forever hold a special place in J.R. Smith’s heart. He was warmly accepted by their fans from 2006 to 2011, after he landed with the Nuggets following a trade from the New Orleans Hornets, Now, he plans to forever make The Mile High City part of his family. It has […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoVideo: Jordan Clarkson gets incredible bounce on corner three in Cavs win

The Cleveland Cavaliers donned their city uniforms that spells out “The Land” across the chest in their hosting of the Detroit Pistons. Depending on if you like the uniforms or not might determine the feeling you get when seeing them, but Monday night’s game ended as well as could be expected. LeBron James pumped out […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJazz official Instagram account trolls Cavs' J.R. Smith with 'Soup' comment

The Utah Jazz are hilarious, and there is a possibility that they may have the best troll job of the Cleveland Cavaliers of the whole season. In a post from the official Instagram account of the Cavaliers, they posted a picture of Kevin Love standing in front of a wall with Cavaliers logos on it. […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoLeBron James, Tyronn Lue praise J.R. Smith's effort amid loss

J.R. Smith is often considered as a divisive figure among NBA types, mostly because of the way his gunner mentality can take teams out of games about as quickly as it can get them back in. But the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to LeBron James and coach Tyronn Lue, benefitted from that against the Denver Nuggets […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoVideo: J.R. Smith returns from suspension, comes back as bowler

The Cleveland Cavaliers got J.R. Smith back in the lineup on Saturday night against the Denver Nuggets. He had to serve a one-game suspension for throwing soup at assistant coach Damon Jones. Seriously. But with that behind him, Smith could get back to playing bisque-etball, er, basketball. He scored 19 points, but the Cavs lost […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith passes Danny Ferry for No. 7 on Cavs all-time three-pointers made list

On Saturday, J.R. Smith, who once hurled a bowl of soup at an assistant coach, returned from a one-game suspension meted out to him by the Cleveland Cavaliers and did what JR Smith always does: knock down threes. Playing the Denver Nuggets at home, Smith climbed up the Cavs’ all-time three-pointers made list, when he […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoLeBron James, JR Smith excited to face former teammate Richard Jefferson

Saturday night’s game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Denver Nuggets will serve as a championship reunion for Richard Jefferson, J.R. Smith, LeBron James, Tristan Thompson, and Kevin Love, who were all members of the Cavs’ 2015-16 squad that defeated the Golden State Warriors in epic come-from-behind fashion (down three games to one). This time, however, […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoLeBron James reacts to JR Smith throwing soup at Damon Jones

As most hoops fans know by now, Cleveland Cavaliers sharptshooter J.R. Smith was suspended from Thursday night’s 108-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers due to detrimental conduct. At first, there was a lot of speculation as to what this “detrimental conduct” might have been. However, it was later revealed that Smith had thrown a bowl […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoCavs news: J.R. Smith doesn't remember what kind of soup he threw at Damon Jones

The talk around the city of Cleveland has been J.R. Smith’s soup-gate — which has everyone wondering all sorts of answers, ranging from what sparked the confrontation between him and assistant Damon Jones, to what kind of soup he had in his hands before the altercation. Smith, for one, can’t even remember what kind of soup he threw […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoReport: Cavs suspended J.R. Smith for throwing bowl of soup at Damon Jones

The Cleveland Cavaliers suspended shooting guard J.R. Smith for yesterday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers for conduct detrimental to the team. According to a report by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin and Brian Windhorst, the reason of his suspension stems from Smith throwing a bowl of soup at assistant Damon Jones. Jones, who was a former Cavaliers […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoReport: Cavs suspend J.R. Smith 1 game for detrimental conduct, Rodney Hood to start in his place

The Cleveland Cavaliers have suspended shooting guard J.R. Smith for one game due to conduct detrimental to the team, according to a team release. He is expected to miss tonight’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Swingman Rodney Hood, who was acquired in a three-team trade with the Utah Jazz and the Sacramento Kings; will get […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoLeBron James tells J.R. Smith 'we got a f–king squad now'

The Cleveland Cavaliers played their first game with their four new players acquired via trade, and both LeBron James and J.R. Smith couldn’t contain their excitement about it. The Cavaliers trounced the Boston Celtics on Sunday and each of their four new players — particularly Jordan Clarkson — impressed. After the game, James and Smith […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoCavs' J.R. Smith says trade deadline was nerve-wracking

The NBA trade deadline came and went and Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith stayed put, despite rampant rumors that he could and should be moved. Talk like that is sure to strike fear in the hearts of even the most confident and secure of NBA players, but Smith admitted that he was plenty anxious on […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoVideo: JR Smith posterizes Aaron Baynes vs. Celtics

Throughout his NBA career, J.R. Smith has made a name for himself as a streak shooter from beyond the arc. He only needs a small opening and can punish the defense by knocking down shots with regularity from that distance. However, what many may have forgotten is he can also throw down some vicious dunks […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoDwyane Wade snaps hilarious team bonding activities for Cavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers have not been playing well of late. What’s making things worse for the team are reports that the Cavs’ locker room is broken. But if this montage of Instagram stories posted by Cavaliers shooting guard Dwayne Wade was any indication, it seems that they are going along just fine. In the video, […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoThe Cavs built the wrong team, and they're paying the price

After an embarrassing 120-88 drubbing at the hands of the Houston Rockets, it’s officially time for the Cleveland Cavaliers to panic. Shots aren’t falling, defense is a complete afterthought, and Tyronn Lue is trotting out lineups like Isaiah Thomas – Derrick Rose – Dwyane Wade – Kyle Korver – Jeff Green. The dysfunction surrounding the […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoReport: Cavs have pushed JR Smith, Iman Shumpert for George Hill

As this season’s NBA trade deadline draws near, teams around the league are keeping a keen eye on which players are available. The Cleveland Cavaliers are no different. In fact, they’ve reportedly offered J.R. Smith and Iman Shumpert to the Sacramento Kings for George Hill. The Kings, now 17-36 overall, are not interested in the […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoKoby Altman trying hard to shed Tristan Thompson, J.R. Smith's contracts

The Cleveland Cavaliers are almost destined to make moves in hopes to mend what has been an underwhelming season at the heels of trading one of their best players in Kyrie Irving. Among the moves is shedding unnecessary bulky contracts like the ones from center Tristan Thompson and J.R. Smith, who general managed Koby Altman […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith mocks James Harden for carrying the ball more often in pickup games

Ahead of Saturday night’s matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Houston Rockets, guard J.R. Smith is already preparing himself for the inevitable as the Cavs shooter will undoubtedly square up with superstar and MVP candidate James Harden on the floor. Stopping Harden is, in fact, the biggest challenge for the team in order to come […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoIsaiah Thomas may be to blame for Cavs' chemistry destruction

From November 7th to December 21st, the Cleveland Cavaliers won 20 games and lost just two. But since their loss to the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day, the Cavs have looked completely different. Over their last 14 games, the Cavs are just 3-11, with two of those wins coming against the NBA’s worst team […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith willing to accept bench role

The Cleveland Cavaliers look to finally do something that will address their recent slide, and J.R. Smith may be at the center of it. Cavaliers head coach Tyronn Lue will reportedly make changes to the lineup, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Smith, who is usually a starter in that lineup, could turn out to be […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoIs it time to let J.R. Smith go?

Just over three years ago, the Cleveland Cavaliers made a trade that would change the fortunes of their franchise. The Oklahoma City Thunder and New York Knicks agreed with Cleveland on a three-team trade; the disgruntled Dion Waiters would be sent to Oklahoma City, Alex Kirk, Lou Amundson, and Lance Thomas went to New York, […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith doesn't think Tyronn Lue is to blame for Cavs' woes

As the Cleveland Cavaliers continue to lose games at a very uncharacteristic pace, a lot of questions have been raised on what the real reason is and who is to blame for it. Many have pinned the blame on Tyronn Lue, but J.R. Smith doesn’t think Lue deserves the backlash. The veteran shooting guard then […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith confirms Isaiah Thomas did mess up handshake

Now part of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Isaiah Thomas knows it will be a big adjustment for him to be familiar with his teammates’ games. However, one thing he also has to learn quickly is their handshake game, which has been their trademark for the past couple of seasons. During their Christmas Day game versus the […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoCavs announces status of Tyronn Lue, J.R. Smith for Christmas Day game

According to a report from Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com, J.R. Smith and head coach Tyronn Lue will be available for Monday’s nationally-televised game against the Golden State Warriors. Smith, now 32 years of age, was held out of Thursday night’s 115-112 win over the Chicago Bulls due to a spat of knee soreness. Coach Lue […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith out, Channing Frye starts vs. Bulls

On Thursday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers will face off against the Chicago Bulls inside Quicken Loans Arena, but it sounds like they’ll be doing so without the services of sharpshooter J.R. Smith. According to multiple reports, Cavs head coach Tyronn Lue has elected to hold Smith out of Thursday night’s game due to knee soreness. […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith recalls favorite Kobe Bryant moment

With Kobe Bryant’s double jersey retirement ceremony happening on Monday, many players and coaches have given their congratulatory messages to him, as well recalling their most memorable moments of him, whether playing alongside or competing against The Black Mamba. Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith was asked what his was recently by a fan on Twitter, […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoVideo: LeBron James finishes lob from J.R. Smith with the left hand

The Cleveland Cavaliers are on a new win streak. After seeing their 13-game unbeaten run end last week against the Indiana Pacers, the Cavs are in it again, stringing together four-straight victories, including Saturday’s 109-100 win over the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. As usual, it’s LeBron James who provided the best numbers and […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith talks about wearing 'Supreme' sleeve, not yet sure if he'll be fined

During Thursday night’s 121-112 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, Cleveland Cavaliers sharpshooter J.R. Smith decided to wear one of Nike’s “Supreme” compression sleeves on his left arm. J.R. Smith wearing a Supreme arm sleeve. 👀 pic.twitter.com/Gsk3tEKu1z — Cavs Nation (@CavsNationCP) December 15, 2017 Smith finished Thursday night’s game with eight points on 3-of-4 shooting […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith with Supreme sleeve against Lakers

The Supreme arm sleeve craze has been taking over the NBA in the past few days. After its much talked about sighting on Kelly Oubre’s leg on Tuesday, the latest to wear one is Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith, who sported it during the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers game on Thursday. Unlike the […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith still believes in Paul George

Oklahoma City swingman Paul George returned to Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Wednesday night for the first time since being traded by the Indiana Pacers. During his introduction, as well as each time he touched the ball, the Pacers faithful decided to serenade George with boos — an act Cleveland Cavaliers sharpshooter J.R. Smith decided to […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith announces that his family is expecting another baby

In the wee hours of a cold and snowy Thursday morning, Cleveland Cavaliers sharpshooter J.R. Smith took to social media to reveal that he and his wife, Jewel, are expecting a fourth child. Smith, now 32 years of age, appears to be super excited about his family’s big news. Oh yea baby #4 We live!!! […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith releasing a line of 'Merry Swishmas' ugly hoodies

In partnership with Fresh Brewed Tees, Cleveland Cavaliers sharpshooter J.R. Smith — one of the funniest members of the team — has come up with an “ugly sweater,” as they’re called, for this year’s holiday season. The sweater, which has been dubbed the “Swishness hoodie,” features Smith’s mug, his jersey, and a depiction of his […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith's admirable message to young boy who's being bullied

A video of a Tennessee boy named Keaton Jones telling a moving story of how he is being bullied at school to his mother has gone viral, and so far, the response has been heartwarming, to say the least. Several celebrities from various platforms have expressed their support and offered kind messages to Keaton while […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith passes Kobe Bryant for 12th all-time threes made

Cleveland Cavaliers JR Smith has a reason to pop a bottle of Hennessy tonight. When Smith nailed a 3-pointer with a little over four minutes left in the second quarter of Saturday’s matchup at home against the visiting Philadelphia 76ers, he effectively made history, as that basket allowed him to knock Los Angeles Lakers great […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoVideo: LeBron James surprises everyone with sly pass to J.R. Smith

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James put on a clinic Saturday, as he scored 34 points and dished out 12 dimes to lead the Cavs, who extended their win streak to 11 games after beating the visiting Memphis Grizzlies, 116-111. Of those 12 assists he recorded, none was more impressive than the one he made to […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoTyronn Lue expects J.R Smith to be away from team for some time while mourning

Cleveland Cavaliers sharpshooter J.R. Smith played with a heavy heart in Monday night’s 113-91 win over the Philadelphia 76ers inside the Wells Fargo Center. During the Cavs’ morning shoot-around routine, Smith, now 32 years of age, was informed that his cousin had passed away in a house fire on Sunday night. Cavs head coach Tyronn […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith misses shootaround due to death in family, expected to suit up versus Sixers

According to a report from Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com, Cleveland Cavaliers sharpshooter J.R. Smith was excused from Monday morning’s shootaround to deal with the death of his cousin. Though his cousin passed on Saturday, A source with knowledge of the situation tells Vardon that Smith did not learn of the loss until Monday morning. The […]

J.R. Smith · 6 years agoJ.R. Smith not worried about Celtics, but warns against playing catch-up

After Monday night’s 110-102 overtime victory over the Dallas Mavericks, the Boston Celtics have won 16 straight games and lead the Eastern Conference standings with an overall record of 16-2. While it’s true that the C’s have played well through the early stages of this season, it sounds like Cavs sharpshooter J.R. Smith isn’t sold […]