Jakhiya Smith is a grinding, inside-out forward who brings efficient scoring and board work for SUNO
In the 2024-25 season, Jakhiya Smith showed a useful two-way frontcourt profile for Southern-New Orleans, averaging 6.5 points and 6.0 rebounds in 27.0 minutes over 2 games, with a strong 50.0% free-throw mark and the kind of willingness to play through contact that coaches love.[1] She also posted an 11-point performance in SUNO’s 66-55 win over Wiley in 2025, which hints at a forward who can chip in when the game tightens.[5] The fit is appealing for teams wanting energy, rebounding, and low-drama hustle from a forward who already looks comfortable in physical conference play.[1][5]
