Dorian Finney-Smith
#2PF · Houston Rockets
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 624 | 8.0 | 4.4 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 43.3% | 35.9% | 72.0% |
| 2025-26 | 33 | 3.2 | 2.6 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 31.9% | 27.2% | 85.7% |
| 2024-25 | 5 | 6.2 | 4.2 | 2.6 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 41.4% | 36.8% | 0.0% |
| 2023-24 | 68 | 8.5 | 4.7 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 42.1% | 34.8% | 71.7% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$26.0M
AAV
$6.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Dorian Finney-Smith's contract with the Houston Rockets grades out as a slightly below-market contract, earning a D+ CVI grade. At $6.5M per year over 4 years, this is a role player contract. Dorian's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 32, Dorian still has productive years ahead, though the contract extends into the decline phase. The team paid a premium that will need to be justified by on-court production. The team will need Dorian to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Dorian Finney-Smith earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 624 career games, Dorian has averaged 8.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. Dorian's strongest metric is FG% at 4330.7, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.4, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Dorian ranks 65th in overall performance. Dorian will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Houston Rockets.
Current Sentiment
Finney-Smith's Rockets arrival generated optimism, but early struggles have tempered expectations significantly. His C- performance through 15 games disappoints fans expecting immediate defensive and spacing contributions. At $6.5M annually, he's currently underperforming, raising questions about the trade's value. The narrative centers on whether he'll adjust or remain a disappointing mid-season acquisition. Sentiment leans pessimistic; fans await evidence he justifies the controversial move before believing vindication.
Transaction History
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