Roscoe Smith
Roscoe R. Smith | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 1, 1991 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Occupation | Professional basketball player |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Known for | Starting player on the UConn Huskies 2011 NCAA National Championship team |
Roscoe R. Smith (born May 1, 1991) is an American professional basketball athlete who currently competes for RANS PIK Basketball in Indonesia. He played collegiate basketball at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and was a starting player on the UConn Huskies team that won the national championship in 2011.
High school and college career
Standing 6'8" and playing as a small forward, Smith hails from Baltimore, Maryland. He began his high school career at Walbrook High School, where he averaged 21.4 points and 11.0 rebounds during his junior year before transferring to the renowned prep program at Oak Hill Academy.
Smith committed to legendary coach Jim Calhoun at UConn. As a freshman, he started in 33 out of 41 games, posting averages of 5.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per contest. He played a role in the Huskies’ 2011 NCAA National Championship victory alongside All-American teammate Kemba Walker.
During the 2011–12 season, Smith's playing time decreased with the arrival of freshman Andre Drummond, and he averaged 4.4 points and 3.3 rebounds per game. After UConn received a postseason ban for the 2012–13 season due to NCAA Academic Progress Rate infractions, Smith transferred to UNLV.
Following a mandatory redshirt year in 2012–13 due to NCAA transfer regulations, Smith joined the UNLV Runnin' Rebels for the 2013–14 season, ranking among the nation’s leading rebounders with an average of 10.9 boards per game. He opted to enter the 2014 NBA draft, foregoing his remaining collegiate eligibility.
Los Angeles D-Fenders
After not being selected in the 2014 NBA draft, Smith participated with the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2014 NBA Summer League and signed with the team on September 23, 2014. He was waived on October 25, 2014, then acquired by the Los Angeles D-Fenders as an affiliate player on November 1, 2014. On February 12, 2015, Smith was named to the Futures All-Star roster for the 2015 NBA Development League All-Star Game as a replacement for James Michael McAdoo.
Ironi Nes Ziona B.C.
Smith signed with Ironi Nes Ziona of the Israeli Basketball Premier League on August 13, 2015.
Nea Kifissia B.C.
In November 2015, Smith transitioned to Greek club Nea Kifissia.
Los Angeles D-Fenders
Smith returned to the Los Angeles D-Fenders on October 30, 2016.
Delaware 87ers
On January 15, 2017, Smith was traded from the Los Angeles D-Fenders to the Delaware 87ers.
Erie Bay Hawks
Smith signed with the Erie Bay Hawks on November 7, 2017 after they waived Chris Braswell. Shortly thereafter, he was involved in a three-team trade that sent him to the Greensboro Swarm.
Greensboro Swarm
Smith was waived by the Greensboro Swarm on January 13, 2019.
ORC Beit Jala
On March 9, 2022, Smith inked a contract with Arab Orthodox Club Beit Jala competing in the Palestinian Basketball Premier League.
Domestic leagues
| Season | Team | League | GP | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2014-15 | Los Angeles D-Fenders | D-League | 49 | 35.7 | .549 | .265 | .730 | 11.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | .7 | 18.1 |