Los Angeles Lakers president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka discussed Marcus Smart's fit and impact on the team.

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

Lakers Star LeBron James Is Facing Backlash After Marcus Smart's Comments originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart revealed head coach JJ Redick told him to just be himself in their early conversations.

Heat Eyeing Warriors’ NBA Champion Defensive Guard After Marcus Smart-Lakers News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Miami Heat have continued to strike out on key free agents throughout the 2025 NBA offseason.

Luka Dončić is evidently a playmaker on and off the court. Bringing Marcus Smart to the Los Angeles Lakers was a team effort, one in which Dončić played a meaningful role. On Tuesday, Smart spoke with reporters for his introductory Lakers news conference and credited the recruiting efforts of Dončić as one reason why he's in Los Angeles after reaching a buyout agreement with the Washington Wizards.

Perhaps the claims that incoming Lakers guard Marcus Smart has declined, especially on defense, have been greatly exaggerated.