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Marcus Smart Says Gritty Comeback Could Ignite Lakers' Season The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to find consistency this season, bouncing between impressive stretches and frustrating performances. B...

10 HOURS AGO • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM

Lakers have obvious Marcus Smart decision after Luka Doncic's vindication Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic was right all along about Marcus Smart. Now it's Rob Pelinka's job to do something about it.

20 HOURS AGO • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Lakers' Marcus Smart signing looks brilliant after incredible night The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Pelicans with a fourth-quarter comeback led by Marcus Smart’s defense.

1 DAY AGO • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Racks up four steals in win Smart recorded 10 points (3-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, seven assists, four steals and three blocks in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 110-101 victory over New Orleans.

Impact Smart has excelled on the defensive end of the court in his last two games, racking up nine steals and three blocks in back-to-back wins. He also dished out seven dimes Tuesday, which is his best showing in the assist category since Jan. 2 against Memphis. Smart continues to have trouble contributing offensively, but he's at least producing at a high level on the opposite end.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic scores 27 points as the Lakers rally past the Pelicans, 110-101

Luka Doncic had 27 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, LeBron James added 21 points and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied past the New Orleans Pelicans 110-101 for their third stra...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Marcus Smart reveals city with the ugliest fans, and it's not Charles Barkley's pick of San Antonio LA Lakers guard Marcus Smart might be in big trouble after revealing his pick for the city that has the ugliest fans.

1 DAY AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Busy on defense in win Smart had nine points (3-5 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and five steals over 25 minutes during Sunday's 128-104 win over the Kings.

Impact The five steals were Smart's best performance on the defensive end since he racked up seven pilfers against the Hornets on Nov. 10. The veteran guard is having trouble finding ways to contribute for the Lakers -- he's scored in double digits only once in the last seven games, averaging 7.0 points, 2.6 assists, 2.1 boards, 1.6 steals and 1.3 threes in 26.4 minutes over that stretch.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luka and LeBron lead Lakers past Kings 128-104 to complete back-to-back weekend wins

Luka Doncic had 28 points and nine assists, LeBron James added 24 points and the Los Angeles Lakers finished a back-to-back set with a 128-104 victory over the Sacramento Kings

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Marcus Smart just proved he's not interested in letting Deandre Ayton sink the Lakers Deandre Ayton's taste for delusion is poisoning the Los Angeles Lakers this season. Making matters worse, Ayton doesn't seem to be receiving...

4 DAYS AGO • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Struggles vs. old team Smart finished with zero points (0-7 FG, 0-5 3Pt), one rebound and four assists across 22 minutes during Sunday's 111-89 loss to the Celtics.

Impact It was Smart's second time facing the Celtics, who drafted him with the sixth overall pick of the 2014 NBA Draft. He wasn't able to get it going offensively during Sunday's blowout loss, missing all seven of his field-goal attempts while failing to score any points for the second time this season. Most of Smart's value comes on the defensive side of the floor but the veteran guard is in the midst of a shooting slump, having gone 7-for-25 (28.0 percent) from the field over his last three outings.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Former Celtics guard has nightmarish performance against former team Marcus Smart struggled for the Lakers in their 111-89 loss to the Celtics.

FEBRUARY 23 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

42 players have been Celtics and Lakers… how many can Marcus Smart name?

FEBRUARY 22 • YOUTUBE

Lakers must ignore positions to unlock their best starting five Marcus Smart should be the permanent fifth starter for the Los Angeles Lakers.

FEBRUARY 20 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Hands out six dimes Smart amassed nine points (4-14 FG, 1-9 3Pt), two rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 26 minutes during Thursday's 124-104 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Smart was back in the lineup after missing Tuesday's game against the Spurs with right ankle soreness. His fantasy appeal is mostly limited to deeper formats, as he's averaging 9.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.6 three-pointers in 28.4 minutes per contest heading into the All-Star break.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to face Mavs Smart (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Smart will be back in action Thursday after missing the closing leg of a back-to-back set Tuesday. He has started in 23 consecutive appearances, averaging 9.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.1 steals across 29.1 minutes during that stretch.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas takes on Los Angeles, looks to stop 8-game slide

Dallas will try to break its eight-game slide when the Mavericks take on Los Angeles

FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

Victor Wembanyama scores 37 of 40 in 1st half, leading Spurs to 136-108 win over short-handed Lakers

Victor Wembanyama scored 37 of his season high-tying 40 points in the first half and the San Antonio Spurs beat the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers 136-108 for their fifth straight...

FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

LeBron James will sit for Lakers vs Spurs, taking him out of consideration for 22nd All-NBA honors

LeBron James will sit out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the San Antonio Spurs due to left foot arthritis

FEBRUARY 10 • Associated Press

Won't play Tuesday Smart will not play Tuesday against the Spurs due to right ankle soreness, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports.

Impact This has the look of a maintenance day for the second leg of this back-to-back set -- Smart is one of a number of key players being held out. Luke Kennard, Nick Smith and Kobe Bufkin could see expanded roles with this news.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 19 points Smart finished Monday's 119-110 loss to the Thunder with 19 points (7-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals over 29 minutes.

Impact Smart put in solid work as Luka Donci's direct fill-in during the loss. His 19-point effort marked the veteran's third-highest scoring total of the season, and since his recent spike corresponds to Doncic's absence, we should see continued output from him while the team's offensive catalyst is sidelined.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Williams returns from injury, leads Thunder past Lakers 119-110 with SGA, Luka sidelined

The Oklahoma City Thunder snapped their two-game skid with a 119-110 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers

FEBRUARY 10 • Associated Press

LeBron James has 20 points, 10 assists to lead Luka-less Lakers past Warriors

LeBron James had 20 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds to help the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 105-99 on Saturday night

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

Could see expanded role Smart ended Thursday's 119-115 victory over the 76ers with seven points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-4 FT), four rebounds and five assists across 31 minutes.

Impact Luka Doncic left Thursday's game early with hamstring soreness, putting Smart in a larger role at point guard for the Lakers. Doncic is set to receive further imaging, and If he misses upcoming contests, Smart could see increased minutes and responsibilities, boosting his involvement in the offense across multiple categories.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

This Marcus Smart stat will shock Lakers fans | Sporting News He's always been an impact player.

FEBRUARY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Steady play continues Smart registered 12 points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-7 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 32 minutes during Monday's 129-118 victory over the Bulls.

Impact With Austin Reaves (calf) nearing a return to the lineup, Smart is in danger of losing his starting job at shooting guard. The veteran guard has averaged 13.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 0.9 steals in 29.6 minutes per tilt in his last eight games, and Smart should still maintain a consistent role if he eventually winds up back on the bench.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

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