The Lakers added veteran guard Marcus Smart to their roster, hoping to get his defense and leadership for their championship push.

Lakers fans should be excited about what they'll see from Marcus Smart next season.

Sunday basketball notes After two lost seasons, Marcus Smart beaming at returning to the championship chase with the Lakers By Gary Washburn Globe Staff,Updated August 2, 2025, 10:36 a.m.

Marcus Smart had some strong words for the Los Angeles Lakers legend.

Marcus Smart reveals JJ Redick wants him to bring intensity, leadership, and defense to the Lakers by simply being himself..

HoopsHype Marcus Smart has already been in contact with head coach JJ Redick and revealed what his expectations for him were, via ESPN LA: “JJ just wants me to be me.

Feb 4, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (36) gestures to fans after a game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images ...

Marcus Smart joins the Los Angeles Lakers on an $11M deal after his Wizards term, seeking more playtime and a title shot. Smart should help in the rotation.

Marcus Smart, the NBA's defensive player of the year in 2022, says is "means a lot" to be recruited to join Luka Doncic and LeBron James.

After a long time of waiting, the Los Angeles Lakers finally got their hands on former Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart. Smart was expected to have a major role on the Grizzlies, but found ...