A high-energy Purdue forward who thrives on efficiency and hustle
Smotherman built his Purdue reputation as an active, above-the-rim forward with real efficiency in the 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons, including a .611 two-point shooting mark in 2015-16 and a strong history as a finisher around the rim.[1][6][15] What makes him interesting is the energy: reports describe him as a “high-flying” player who brings great motor, defensive activity, and timely rebounds, not just box-score stuffing.[15] He also showed he could pop for impact minutes, like a 13-point effort against No. 25 Iowa in 2015, which is the kind of spark coaches love off the bench.[5]
