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[Saba Sports News] The NBA suspended Jabari Smith Jr. of the Houston Rockets following an on-court altercation, prompting his coach Ime Udoka to offer a candid perspective. Smith engaged in a scuffle with Kris Dunn of the Utah Jazz during the Rockets’ recent victory, though no punches landed.
Udoka, addressing the incident before Houston’s next game, remarked that if Smith intended to throw a punch, he should have made it count. While Udoka’s remarks may have contained a hint of humor, they reflect his reputation for tough love.
This is the same coach who gained attention earlier in the season for a heated exchange with LeBron James. Clearly, Udoka isn’t one to shy away from confrontation.