J.R. Smith is a former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for over 15 years. He was known for his athleticism, scoring ability, and three-point shooting.
Smith began his basketball career in high school, where he was a standout player and earned numerous accolades. He was selected in the first round of the 2004 NBA draft by the New Orleans Hornets and quickly made a name for himself as a talented scorer and shooter.
Over the course of his career, Smith played for several teams, including the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Los Angeles Lakers. He was a key player on several playoff teams and won an NBA championship with the Cavaliers in 2016.
Smith was known for his streaky shooting and ability to get hot from beyond the arc. He set several records for three-point shooting, including the most three-pointers made in a single game without a miss (10) and the most three-pointers made in a single NBA Finals game (7).
Off the court, Smith was known for his colorful personality and occasional controversies. He was suspended several times for on-court incidents and was involved in a high-profile altercation with a fan in 2018.
Despite his ups and downs, Smith remained a popular player among fans and teammates alike. He retired from the NBA in 2020 with a career average of 12.5 points per game and a reputation as one of the league's most exciting and unpredictable players.
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