Dru Smith logs 31 minutes in loss to the Pistons

Fantasy Impact:

Smith logged 31.0 minutes in a close matchup against the Pistons, marking his second consecutive outing at this level of playing time. It would have been his third straight game with double-digit scoring had Detroit not stepped up, and he added an impressive 6.0 steals, continuing his impressive demonstration of defensive contributions over the past seven contests. His production has been intriguing, especially during this stretch, and trade season could shine a new light on his potential. While Smith’s league relevance hasn’t fully materialized, this may be more reflective of role and opportunity rather than talent. The Heat, dealing with a shallow backcourt, could find Smith’s emergence both timely and necessary. For now, he’s a name to watch for deep-league season-long formats but certainly an interesting DFS option. With what should be a near-minimum price point and clear production potential, Smith could offer managers the flexibility they need to round out lineups.

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