Dorian Finney-Smith is a professional basketball player playing power forward and small forward for the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA. Even though he went undrafted in the 2016 NBA Draft, he was signed by the Dallas Mavericks and got the opportunity to showcase his skill in the summer league, where his performance truly impressed the Mavs. As a member of the team, he has developed into a good 3-point shooter, defender and rebounder and also has developed decent offensive abilities on the court. He was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in 2023 in addition to an unprotected first round pick in 2029 and second round picks in 2027 and 2029 in exchange for Kyrie Irving and Markieff Morris.
In the 2022/23 season Smith played 66 games (Mavs & Nets combined), averaging 8.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.6 blocks per game on 39.1% shooting from the field, including 33.7% from deep. He is a great addition for the Nets because of his basketball skills on both sides of the court and he can be a reliable wing for the team.
Finney-Smith and Co. will hope to take their team in the postseason in the 2022/23 season.
Who are Dorian Finney-Smith’s Parents?
Elbert Smith Jr. and Desiree Finney-Smith are the parents of Dorian Finney-Smith.
Who is Dorian Finney-Smith’s Mother?
Desiree Finney-Smith is the mother of the Mavs veteran Dorian Finney-Smith. She raised him and his five siblings as a single mother due to the absence of her husband. Finney-Smith has credited her to be fiery and passionate, and has also stated that she is his primary source of inspiration. She is not scared of anyone and has also taught him not to be scared of anyone in life.
Who is Dorian Finney-Smith’s Father?
Elbert Smith Jr. is the father of Dorian Finney-Smith. Unfortunately, he was absent from his son’s life as he served 28 years of life in prison. In 1995, he and Diefen McGann tried to collect a debt from Wilie Anderson II. However, during a fight between the three of them, McGann shot Anderson thrice, killing him in the process. Consequently, Elbert Smith Jr. and Diefen McGann were accused of first degree murder and imprisoned.
The Mavs management played an important role in helping Dorian Finney-Smith in finally getting his father conditional freedom from the Virginia Parole Board. Hence even after the trade, Dorian Finney-Smith still loves his previous team.
What Nationality are Dorian Finney-Smith’s Parents?
Dorian Finney-Smith’s parents, Desiree Finney Smith and Elbert Smith Jr. are from America, which makes them American nationals. However, they are African-Americans in ethnicity.
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FAQs
A. Dorian Finney-Smith is presently 30 years old, as of November 2023
A. Elbert Smith Jr. and Desiree Finney-Smith are Dorian Finney-Smith’s parents.
A. Dorian Finney-Smith wears jersey no. 28 for the Brooklyn Nets. He used to wear jersey no.10 for the Dallas Mavericks.
A. Dorian Finney-Smith was undrafted in 2016. He was later signed by the Mavs.
A. In the 2022/23 season, Dorian Finney-Smith averaged 8.3 points with 4.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game.
