On December 29, 2024, Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton were traded from the Brooklyn Nets to the Los Angeles Lakers. In exchange, the Nets received Maxwell Lewis, D’Angelo Russell, and three future second-round draft picks. Recently, Russell made comments in an interview that seemed critical of the Lakers. Finney-Smith has also continued to express criticism towards his former team.
Prior to the Lakers’ impressive 111-88 triumph against the Washington Wizards, head coach JJ Redick disclosed that Dorian Finney-Smith was subject to a minute restriction due to an ankle injury he sustained while with the Nets. During the post-game discussion, Finney-Smith subtly criticized the Nets, simultaneously commending the Lakers’ medical staff for their diligent care and support.
“Just fighting through injuries. Me being me, not wanting to sit probably made it worse earlier in the year. I got a shot before a game and I played the next game, so sometimes I hurt myself. Shout out to them, the staff, and the trainers in there. They helping me, saving myself from making it even worse. I be begging to play more minutes, but it is what it is.” Finney-Smith said.
In the recent victory against the Wizards, Finney-Smith scored 16 points and grabbed 2 rebounds in just 22 minutes of play. This season, he has played 8 games for the Lakers. Currently, he is averaging 7.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game in the 2024-25 NBA regular season.
Dorian Finney-Smith Reflects On Playing Alongside LeBron James And Anthony Davis
In the recent game against the Wizards, LeBron James recorded an impressive triple-double, which included 21 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds. Furthermore, Anthony Davis also had a noteworthy performance, achieving a double-double with 29 points, five assists, and 16 rebounds. Following this outstanding display, Finney-Smith expressed deep admiration for both players during a recent interview, emphasizing their exceptional skills and contributions to the game.
“It’s just amazing when you play with guys who have been through it all and got championships so I’m just trying to learn and bring my energy.” Finney-Smith said in a recent interview with Spectrum SportsNet.
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Following their recent victory, the Lakers hold the 6th position in the Western Conference standings with a record of 23 wins and 18 losses. Their next game will be against the Boston Celtics at Crypto.com Arena.
