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JR Smith prefers taking contested shots to open shots

JR Smith has some wonderful philosophies on shooting as we’ve come to find out. Smith made eight 3-pointers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Wednesday night to help the Cavs beat the Hawks, so naturally that led to many questions …

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JR Smith jabs Knicks after advancing to conference finals

JR Smith has experienced a rebirth since being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and he made sure to rub his success with his new team in the face of his old team after advancing to the Eastern Conference finals. Smith, who along with Iman Shumpert …

JR Smith promises to be better as a person and player after suspension

The NBA announced on Monday that Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith has been suspended two games for swinging his arm and hitting Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder in the face on Sunday. After the punishment was handed down, Smith took to …

Charles Barkley: JR Smith should be suspended 10 games

Cleveland Cavaliers swingman J.R. Smith is in danger of missing at least the first game of his team’s second-round playoff series against either the Chicago Bulls or Milwaukee Bucks after he was ejected on Sunday for nailing an opponent in the …

JR Smith ejected for hitting Jae Crowder in the face (Video)

Cleveland Cavaliers swingman J.R. Smith was ejected on Sunday after he hit Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder in the face. Smith and Crowder were tussling for position after a missed free throw in the third quarter, and Smith swung his arm and nailed …

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JR Smith: LeBron James is the real MVP

The MVP race in the NBA is as crowded as ever this year, as the season is just about over and there are a handful of guys who have made a legitimate case for themselves. But the way JR Smith sees it, the award can only go to LeBron James. After …

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JR Smith thinks Knicks will have trouble getting players for triangle offense

J.R. Smith is enjoying a rebirth in Cleveland across the board. Since being traded, the Cavs have won 16 of 18 games. Smith’s field goal percentage is up, his turnovers are down, his steals are up, and his team is winning. Perhaps the fresh …

JR Smith hits on Rachel Hilbert during NBA fashion show (Video)

JR Smith took home first place in the NBA’s first annual fashion show over the weekend, but his finest moment came before the victory. While Smith was standing on stage, Carrie Keagan — a TV personality who was hosting the event — …

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JR Smith: Cleveland is better than New York because I can’t party as much

JR Smith has had a bigger role in 11 games with the Cleveland Cavaliers than he had with the New York Knicks. While he’s still shooting just 40 percent from the field since the trade, Smith is averaging 14.3 points and 32.7 minutes per game …

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JR Smith: Triangle offense is ‘almost too much thinking’

JR Smith has to be thrilled to get away from the New York Knicks with the way they have been playing this season — no matter how much pressure comes along with playing alongside LeBron James. Smith, like many of his former teammates, clearly …

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JR Smith gives priceless response when asked about knowing Cavaliers playbook (Video)

After being part of a three-team trade involving the Cavaliers, Thunder, and Knicks, J.R. Smith made his debut for Cleveland on Wednesday against the Rockets. Since Smith just arrived, it’s understandable he isn’t yet familiar with head …

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Cavs consulted LeBron James before acquiring JR Smith

Make no mistake about it — the Cleveland Cavaliers are willing to do anything it takes to keep LeBron James happy. While LeBron is unlikely to ever leave Cleveland again, he does have an opt-out clause in his contract. That basically makes him …

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JR Smith, Dion Waiters, Iman Shumpert in 3-team trade

J.R. Smith, Dion Waiters and Iman Shumpert will all be switching teams as part of a big 3-team trade. The Cavaliers are sending Waiters to Oklahoma City, getting Smith and Shumpert from the Knicks and a protected first-round pick from the Thunder as …

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JR Smith likes model on Instagram during game

New York Knicks swingman JR Smith sat out Wednesday’s game against the San Antonio Spurs with a heel injury, but he made sure to stay busy despite not playing. At one point during the second quarter of his team’s 10th consecutive loss, …

JR Smith bricks final shot as Carmelo Anthony watches (Video)

On Wednesday night, the New York Knicks had the ball with seconds left and a chance to tie or go for the win against the Orlando Magic. They were trailing 97-95 at the time. JR Smith made sure the score stayed that way. Unless Smith is wide open, one …

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J.R. Smith is the new Dennis Rodman, according to Dennis Rodman

If the New York Knicks are going to have what they would refer to as a successful season, J.R. Smith will likely need to play an important role. Smith is clearly talented enough, but there is always the question of whether or he will “bring …

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