With a clear nod to his strong and versatile defense, Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. appears a fan of the “Locksmith” nickname.
In the team’s new schedule release video, the 19-year-old showed off his acting chops by posing as a locksmith — complete with keys — to help new teammate Josh Christopher open a drawer in a cubicle at Toyota Center. With an athletic 6-foot-10 frame and an ability to guard many positions, defense and shooting are seen as one of Smith’s most NBA-ready skills as he enters his rookie season.
