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Finney-Smith's Rockets Tenure: A Costly Disappointment
15 May
Summary
- Finney-Smith underwent offseason ankle surgery, impacting his mobility.
- His three-point shooting dropped significantly to 27 percent.
- Houston committed $52.7 million over four years to the player.
Dorian Finney-Smith's time with the Houston Rockets has not lived up to expectations, with the team viewing him as a potential key addition. Following offseason ankle surgery, Finney-Smith struggled significantly during his debut season with the Rockets.
His mobility was noticeably affected, impacting his defensive effectiveness, and his three-point shooting plummeted to 27 percent. These struggles even led to him being a healthy scratch in playoff games, a stark contrast to his impactful 2022 Western Conference Finals performance with the Dallas Mavericks.
The Rockets' front office expressed surprise at the lengthy recovery time needed post-surgery, despite a four-year, $52.7 million deal. However, with only one guaranteed year remaining on his contract, Finney-Smith could provide valuable expiring salary on the trade market.
