Smith promoted to backup : Magic guard Ish Smith was promoted to backup point guard behind Jameer Nelson coach Stan Van Gundy told reporters on Tuesday. Smith filled in for the suspended Chris Duhon during Monday night's win over the Pistons and finished with six points and seven assists. (Updated 04/10/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/26/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Smith's early season appearances have been normally relegated to garbage time, but the 23-year-old should be looking at around 20 minutes per night off the bench for the remainder of the season. While his inconsistent production makes it tough to start him in any standard formats, owners in daily leagues may want to take a flier on Smith over the final 10 games of the year. (Updated 04/10/2012).
12/29/2011 01:21 Ellis, Warriors rally past Knicks
Monta Ellis shook off a terrible first half to finish with 22 points and eight assists, Brandon Rush added 19 points off the bench and the Golden State Warriors beat the New York Knicks 92-78 on Wednesday night.