76ers' Terquavion Smith Reflects on Recent Stint in NBA

While the two games following the All-Star Break have proven to be a mixed bag for the Philadelphia 76ers, it's also marked the return to the court for several players who were sidelined due to injuries.

With Nick Nurse being down several players over the past month, it required him to use everyone at his disposal, which includes some of his two-way players with the Delaware Blue Coats, mainly Ricky Council IV and Terquavion Smith.

While Council IV still remains a part of Nick Nurse's plans, Smith has returned to the Blue Coats, dropping 33 points in his return to the G-League.

Following his 12-game stint with the Sixers, it's clear to see that the 21-year-old has started to change his game, whether it's the recent addition of a shooting sleeve or an increased level of production.

Yet, this isn't anywhere near what scratches the surface of what Smith took from his time with Nick Nurse and the Sixers, as he explained that there is a difference in the physical aspect of NBA games.

"The physicality of the game is different from the NBA and G-League," said Smith, "So that alone is probably what I want to bring to the game picking up full court, just being a dog, that's probably what I get from those older guys.

Throughout his 12-game stint in the NBA, Smith would have streaks of offensive brilliance, including a 17-point outing against the Brooklyn Nets, which while still losing the game would close the gap between the two sides to only 15 points.

Smith was sure to soak in the experience of being with many veterans at the senior level, who helped fuel his time with the team by imparting advice and leadership skills.

"All of those players help me, give me words of encouragement, and they all lead, by example," explained Smith, "So, even if they're not saying much, I could just pick up like being a professional from them, regardless of what they say..."

Getting to experience what so many people dream of in playing on an NBA team reminded Smith of his burning passion for the game of basketball.

"I love basketball, You know?" said the 21-year-old, "It's always been what I wanted to do, So I have to say that's probably the most important thing, just being in love with the game."

For now, Smith remains a two-way player meaning that he can be called up to continue his NBA journey at any momentm