"You play D the way it's supposed to (be played)," Gary Payton Sr. said to the Celtics guard in 2022. In 2022, when Marcus Smart—then with the Boston Celtics and now with the Memphis Grizzlies ...

One of this year's contenders for NBA Defensive Player of the Year is trying to follow in the footsteps of Marcus Smart. Smart laid out the blueprint for how a guard can win the DPOY trophy ...

Who have you studied on defense to help model your game after? Dyson Daniels: I watched a lot of Marcus Smart when he won ...

Among those who won't be suiting up in this game is Marcus Smart. Washington ruled out the former Defensive Player of the Year due to a finger injury. Marcus Smart (injury management) listed out ...

The defensive specialist applies the same pressure to defending his health, too, which is why he's working with Pronamel Active Shield this postseason. Marcus Smart Encouraging Donors to 'Get Out ...

The landscape for former Celtics player Marcus Smart has shifted dramatically, leaving him at a crucial juncture in his basketball career. Once celebrated for his defensive prowess and impactful play, ...

This article will delve into Smart's current role with the Wizards, the challenges he faces following his trade, and the steps he might take to revitalize his career. Once celebrated as a key ...