MARCUS SMART NEWS

New rest rules don't bother NBA players, who only want to sit out when hurt

With a new “player participation policy," the NBA has made it clear that healthy players should be on the court. Many notable NBA players sa...

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Derrick Rose, Marcus Smart want to win, not babysit Grizzlies' All-Star Ja Morant

Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose and 2022 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart made clear Monday they’re no babysitters for new teammate Ja Morant

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Six things to watch as the Celtics get set to open training camp - The Boston Globe They again will enter a season among the favorites to win the NBA title, but the roster has been reshuffled. And Marcus Smart is gone.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Celtics need to move on from Marcus Smart, Grant Williams but there's still a defensive void Marcus Smart and Grant Williams brought defensive toughness, but what was their secret sauce the Celtics must replace?

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Marcus Smart might be a Memphis Grizzly, but half the Boston Celtics were at his wedding The big day brought together not only family and friends but also a bevy of Smart’s former teammates.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Looking at Celtics' point guard rotation ahead of training camp The Celtics dealt from a position of strength this offseason when they moved Marcus Smart in a stunning deal.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Marcus Smart's wedding turned into a Celtics reunion featuring Jayson Tatum, Brad Stevens, and more - The Boston Globe Smart celebrated his wedding day alongside his wife, Maisa Hallum, on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Several Celtics attend Marcus Smart wedding after surprise trade Marcus Smart reunited with a host of Celtics over the weekend on his special day.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Jayson Tatum details how he'll lead Celtics with Marcus Smart gone The Celtics will have a new leadership dynamic next season with Marcus Smart traded to the Grizzlies.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Film Study: Marcus Smart brings experience, playmaking to Grizzlies Marcus Smart adds even more defensive pedigree to the Grizzlies, but how could his skills best help the team on the other end of the floor?

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • NBA.COM

Here's What to Know About Celtics' 2023-24 Schedule An offseason that most notably saw the Celtics acquire Kristaps Porzingis, but at the cost of their longest-tenured player, Marcus Smart, a...

AUGUST 17, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Here's What to Know About Celtics' 2023-24 Schedule An offseason that most notably saw the Celtics acquire Kristaps Porzingis, but at the cost of their longest-tenured player, Marcus Smart, a...

AUGUST 17, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Boston Celtics schedule released - When do they face Marcus Smart, LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama? There a lot of games worth circling on the 2023-24 Boston Celtics schedule

AUGUST 17, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Jayson Tatum Tells Grizzlies Fans What They're Getting With Marcus Smart He discussed the departure of his longtime teammate on Wednesday.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Jayson Tatum visits Memphis for PGA Tour pro-am, discusses Marcus Smart to Grizzlies NBA star Jayson Tatum discusses former Boston Celtics teammate Marcus Smart joining the Memphis Grizzlies and his golf experience at TPC Sou...

AUGUST 10, 2023 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Jaylen Brown Doesn't Want Celtics' Defensive Identity to 'Go Out the Door' Without Marcus Smart Taking on a defensive identity under former head coach Ime Udoka was at the root of the Celtics engineering the most impressive in-season tu...

JULY 29, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Jaylen Brown Doesn't Want Celtics' Defensive Identity to 'Go Out the Door' Without Marcus Smart Taking on a defensive identity under former head coach Ime Udoka was at the root of the Celtics engineering the most impressive in-season tu...

JULY 29, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Jaylen Brown Discusses Departure of 'My Brother' Marcus Smart: 'Change Is Not Always a Bad Thing' In a wide-ranging exclusive interview, Marcus Smart conveyed the following to Inside The Celtics about his relationship with Jaylen Brown. “...

JULY 28, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Joe Mazzulla's Stance On Celtics Defense After Marcus Smart Trade The Celtics dealt Marcus Smart to the Memphis Grizzlies, and coach Joe Mazzulla reflected on how Boston's defense will look without him.

JULY 28, 2023 • NESN.COM

The Celtics may be more talented overall than they were last season, but does that make them a better team? - The Boston Globe With the departures of Marcus Smart and Grant Williams, it suddenly feels like the Celtics could use one more trustworthy player at about th...

JULY 21, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Brad Stevens Wants To Make These Moves After Marcus Smart, Grant Williams Trades Brad Stevens revealed the tweaks he wants to make to the Celtics' roster following the Marcus Smart and Grant Williams trades.

JULY 13, 2023 • NESN.COM

Why Brad Stevens said Celtics are 'position-less' after Marcus Smart trade The Celtics' point guard situation is an interesting talking point after the Marcus Smart trade.

JULY 13, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

How Marcus Smart's trade from Celtics to Grizzlies was in works long before deal was made The shocking trade that sent Marcus Smart from the Celtics to the Grizzlies seemed like it came together in an instant. But in reality, it w...

JULY 8, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

JD Davison Discusses His Growth in Rookie Season, Stepping Out of His Comfort Zone, and Learning from Marcus Smart JD Davison is an explosive six-foot-three point guard with a knack for getting deep into the paint, often to the rim. Defensively, the 20-ye...

JULY 8, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Marcus Smart's tribute in Boston will come, but he should be appreciated now for all he did, on and off the court - The Boston Globe Smart spent nine seasons in Boston, was an indispensable player, and endeared himself in the community.

JULY 8, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM