Russ Smith: Drops 24 points in loss

Smith compiled 24 points (6-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds, an assist and a steal in 40 minutes during Saturday's G League loss to Raptors 905.

Smith came off the bench in Thursday's regular-season opener, but he drew the start in Saturday's matchup. Although he wasn't particularly efficient against Raptors 905, he had plenty of shot volume and finished second on the team in scoring. Regardless of his starting status, it appears as though the 30-year-old will have a prominent role for the Mad Ants early in the regular season.