While other teams like the Suns and Bucks reportedly pursued Smart as a free agent, turns out, Luka Doncic helped recruit Smart to Los Angeles. Per ESPN’s Shams Charania, Doncic "reached out to Smart and made it clear that he wanted to play with the two-way stalwart."

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, a former Boston Celtics Defensive Player of the Year and fan favorite guard, plans to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Lakers.

Former Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart has agreed to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards and now looks to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown regrets never meeting Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant before his passing.

League Celtics took their record to 3-1 in Las Vegas with a 87-78 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday, July 17. Baylor Scheierman's struggles from the field continued, as he went 2-of-14 for a field goal percentage of 14.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/nba/fastbreak as NBA World Reacts To Big Los Angeles Lakers Roster Move. Marcus Smart was once among the best defenders in the NBA when he played for the Boston Celtics.

Amidst Jayson Tatum's anticipated absence in the 2025-26 season, the Boston Celtics are reportedly considering a bold move: pursuing LeBron James. General Manager Brad Stevens is exploring options to fill the void,