Ja’Vonte Smart
Position: 1/2
Height: 193cm/6’4”
Weight: 93kg
Date of Birth: 06/03/1999
College: LSU
Passport: USA
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Player Profile
Ja'Vonte, a talented guard, is a dynamic player capable of fulfilling various roles for his team. His skill set encompasses shooting, driving to the basket, and exceptional court vision, allowing him to distribute the ball effectively to his open teammates. With the ability to score from multiple positions on the court and create opportunities for others, Ja'Vonte's versatility makes him a valuable asset in any game scenario.
Achievements
Nike Elite Youth Basketball in Houston, TX -2015
USA U16 National Team -2015
FIBA Americas U16 Championship in Bahia Blanca (Argentina) -2015 (Gold): 5 games: 6.8ppg, 4.2rpg, 1.4apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 23.1%, 3PT: 30.4%, FT: 70.0%
USA U17 National Team -2016
World Championships U17 in Zaragoza (Spain) -2016 (Gold): 7 games: 5.4ppg, 3.0rpg, 3.4apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 42.9%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 55.6%
MaxPreps High School All-America Honorable Mention -2017
HS Class 5A Division I state title -2018
HS Jordan Brand Classic -2018
HS Louisiana State Gatorade Player of the Year -2018
HS American Family Insurance All-USA Louisiana Player of the Year -2018
SEC Regular Season Champion -2019
NCAA Sweet 16 -2019
SEC Regular Season Co-Runner-Up -2020
All-SEC Second Team -2021
SEC Tournament Finalist -2021
California Classic NBA Summer League in Sacramento Champion -2021
Basketball Career & Stats
2014-2015: Baton Rouge, LA / Scottlandville High School
2015-2016: Baton Rouge, LA / Scottlandville High School
2016-2017: Baton Rouge, LA / Scottlandville High School
2017: Houston Hoops (TX) (AAU) and Elfrid Payton Elite (AAU)
2017-2018: Scottlandville H.S. / Baton Rouge, LA: 32.9ppg, 10.2rpg, 5.9apg, 2.2spg, 1.4bpg
2018-2019: Louisiana State University (NCAA): 34 games: 11.1ppg, 3.3rpg, 2.4apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 40.4%, 3PT: 31.3%, FT: 83.9%
2019: declared for the NBA Draft 2019 early entry, withdrew before the deadline
2019-2020: Louisiana State University (NCAA): 31 games: 12.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 4.2apg, 1.1spg, FGP: 48.0%, 3PT: 32.6%, FT: 81.4%
2020-2021: Louisiana State University (NCAA): 28 games: 16.0ppg, 3.7rpg, 4.0apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 51.7%, 3PT: 40.2%, FT: 85.7%
2021: decided to forego his remaining eligibility in order to play professionally
2021 August: Miami Heat (California Classic NBA Summer League in Sacramento): 2 games: 5.0ppg, 2.5rpg, 3.0apg, 1.0spg
2021 August: Miami Heat (MGM Resorts NBA Summer League in Las Vegas): 4 games: 5.8ppg, 3.0rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 30.0%, 3PT: 21.4%, FT: 66.7%
2021-2022: Milwaukee Bucks (NBA): 13 games: 2.4ppg, 1.5rpg, 1.1apg, then moved to Miami Heat (NBA, starting five): 4 games: 5.0ppg, 1.3rpg, played also at Sioux Falls Skyforce (NBA G Le starting five): 30 games: 21.3ppg, 4.6rpg, 3.6apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 53.1%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 77.8%
2022: Miami Heat (NBA Summer League in California Classic): 5 games: 14.4ppg, 3.2rpg, 3.0apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 36.5%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 81.3%
2022: Miami Heat (NBA Summer League in Las Vegas): 4 games: 15.0ppg, 4.3rpg, 2.5apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 40.0%, 3PT: 18.5%, FT: 81.3%
2022-2023: Birmingham Squadron (NBA G League): 50 games: 13.6ppg. 2.8rpg. 3.2apg. 1.1spg. 2FGP: 54.1%, 3PT: 36.5%, FT: 91.2%