Dorian Finney-Smith Injury History

Dorian Lawrence Finney-Smith is a professional basketball player who plays for the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA as of November 2024. Finney-Smith's collegiate career began at Virginia Tech before transferring to the University of Florida, where he played from 2013 to 2016. During his time with the Florida Gators, Finney-Smith earned several notable achievements. He was named the SEC Sixth Man of the Year in 2014 and secured spots on the Second-team All-SEC in 2015 and 2016.

Before his college success, Finney-Smith showed promise in high school, leading his team to consecutive state championships. His senior year was particularly impressive, as he averaged 18 points and 10.7 rebounds per game. Though Finney-Smith went undrafted in the 2016 NBA Draft, the Dallas Mavericks signed him that July. He immediately joined their Summer League team and proved his worth, earning a roster spot. His rookie season saw him make 81 appearances, averaging 4.3 points and 2.7 rebounds per game. In 2019, the Mavericks showed their confidence in his development by offering him a three-year contract worth $12 million. Finney-Smith's career reached new heights during the 2021-22 season when he averaged 11 points per game and helped lead the Mavericks to the Western Conference Finals. In February 2023, he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets, where he continues to contribute significantly. His performance in the 2023-24 season with the Nets has been solid, averaging 8.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game.

Dorian Finney-Smith Injury History

Dorian Finney-Smith's NBA career has been occasionally interrupted by significant injuries that required extended recovery periods. His most notable injuries have involved his knee and adductor, each causing him to miss substantial playing time.

As per Fox Sports, these are all the injuries Finney-Smith has faced as of November 11, 2024.

DATE	INJURY
4/7/24	Knee
3/20/24	Ankle
3/18/24	Ankle
1/27/24	Ankle
1/1/24	Knee
12/27/23	Knee
12/16/23	Knee
12/2/23	Foot
4/8/23	Wrist
4/5/23	Wrist
3/20/23	Wrist
12/20/22	Adductor
12/25/21	Illness
4/28/21	Leg
3/17/21	Personal
1/8/21	Health and Safety Protocols
8/26/20	Hip
8/25/20	Hip
8/12/20	Hip
8/9/20	Hip
8/7/20	Left Hip Strain
3/11/20	Hip
3/4/20	Hip
4/2/19	Mouth
11/14/17	Bruised knee
10/28/17	Knee tendinitis

Major Injuries Sustained by Dorian Finney-Smith in NBA

Knee Injury 2017

In 2017, Finney-Smith faced a challenging knee injury that severely impacted his season. He developed left knee quadriceps tendinitis in November 2017, which proved to be particularly problematic. The injury limited him to just eight games early in the season, where he averaged only three points and one rebound in 12 minutes per game. Despite maintaining a respectable 36 percent shooting from three-point range, the nagging knee condition ultimately forced him to miss 53 games as per Basketball Reference. He finally returned to action on March 10, 2018, when the Mavericks faced the Memphis Grizzlies.

Adductor Injury 2023

More recently, in December 2023, Finney-Smith encountered an adductor injury that sidelined him. The issue began during a game against the Cavaliers on December 17, and although he attempted to play through the discomfort, his condition worsened two days later. This right adductor strain resulted in him missing 14 games, with his projected return targeted for January 10 against the LA Clippers as per Basketball Reference. His recovery included a careful rehabilitation process, culminating in a successful workout session before his anticipated return against Atlanta.