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Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Felt Summer League Was 'Good Opportunity'

Houston Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. played two games during the Las Vegas Summer League tournament averaging 35.5 points and seven rebounds.

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Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Felt Summer League Was 'Good Opportunity'
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Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. Felt Summer League Was 'Good Opportunity'

Houston Rockets' Jabari Smith Jr. played two games during the Las Vegas Summer League tournament averaging 35.5 points and seven rebounds.

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