Naje Smith brings Boise State a sturdy two-way forward with rim protection and hustle
Smith is the kind of forward who helps a roster in multiple ways: in his Boise State season, he played all 34 games with 31 starts, averaged 10.2 points and 5.6 rebounds, and led the team with 34 blocks while adding 22 steals, showing real defensive impact and activity off the ball.[4] He also flashed efficient scoring, including a 50.9% field-goal clip in his Boise State profile data.[6] The fit question is simple: if you want a physical, versatile, high-effort frontcourt piece who can defend, rebound, and finish plays without needing the offense built around him, Smith checks the box.[4][6]