Marcus Smart News, Rumors, Updates - Los Angeles Lakers

Doncic leads Los Angeles against Washington after 41-point outing

Los Angeles plays the Washington Wizards after Luka Dončić scored 41 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 116-99 win over the Brooklyn Nets

10 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Ruled out for Monday Smart (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Smart will miss a fourth consecutive contest due to a right ankle contusion, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against Cleveland. With the veteran guard and Luka Doncic (suspension) both unavailable, Jake LaRavia, Rui Hachimura and Bronny James are candidates to see increased burn.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic scores 41 points and gets his 16th technical foul in Lakers' 116-99 win over Nets

Luka Doncic had 41 points and eight rebounds while also picking up his suspension-triggering 16th technical foul during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 116-99 victory over the Brooklyn Net...

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

LeBron passes to Bronny for a 3-pointer and the NBA's first father-son assist, league says

LeBron James literally passed it on to the next generation

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Marcus Smart has become the bridge between a gap Lakers can't fall into Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart is an essential piece of the puzzle. In more ways than one might think.

2 DAYS AGO • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Remaining out for Friday Smart (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Nets.

Impact Smart will miss a third straight game due to a bruised right ankle. Jake LaRavia has made two starts in Smart's place and should be the favorite to run with the first unit again Friday against Brooklyn.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doncic leads Los Angeles against Brooklyn after 43-point performance

Los Angeles hosts the Brooklyn Nets after Luka Dončić scored 43 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 137-130 win against the Indiana Pacers

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Marcus Smart proved his surprising Lakers claim without playing a game The Los Angeles Lakers dominated the Pacers without Marcus Smart, but the veteran guard still proved he’s the team’s leader.

4 DAYS AGO • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Luka Doncic scores 43 as Lakers beat Pacers 137-130 with Caitlin Clark snapping photos

Luka Doncic scored 43 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 137-130 victory over the Indiana Pacers

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Lakers' strange lineup gamble is already looking absolutely genius The Lakers have found their identity, and it's all because JJ Redick decided to run with a three-guard lineup of Marcus Smart, Austin Reaves...

4 DAYS AGO • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Out for Wednesday Smart (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Smart was unable to shake his doubtful tag and will miss his second straight contest. With Smart sidelined, the Lakers may rely more on Luke Kennard and Jake LaRavia.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pacers vs. Lakers injury report Mar. 25: Pascal Siakam, Marcus Smart, and more The Indiana Pacers and Los Angeles Lakers will go head-to-head for the second and last time this season on Wednesday.

5 DAYS AGO • 8POINTS9SECONDS.COM

Doubtful for Wednesday Smart is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pacers due to right ankle soreness.

Impact The veteran guard is expected to miss a second straight contest due to the issue. Jake LaRavia started at small forward for the Lakers in Monday's loss to the Pistons amid Smart's absence, while Luke Kennard should also see an expanded role in the backcourt Wednesday.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Indiana hosts Los Angeles on 9-game home slide

Indiana will attempt to break its nine-game home skid when the Pacers take on Los Angeles

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Out for Monday Smart (ankle) is out for Monday's game versus Detroit.

Impact Smart was unable to clear his questionable tag for this contest due to ankle soreness. For now, fantasy managers can consider him questionable for Wednesday against Indiana. Luke Kennard could see more reps with Smart sidelined.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Smart is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons due to right ankle soreness.

Impact Smart is in danger of missing just his second game since Feb. 12. If the veteran guard is ultimately ruled out, Luke Kennard and Jake LaRavia would be candidates to see increased playing time. Smart has appeared in five straight games, averaging 10.4 points, 2.4 assists and 2.0 steals across 32.8 minutes per contest during that span.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James breaks NBA mark for games played, Luke Kennard makes winning 3 in Lakers' win vs. Magic

LeBron James set the NBA record by playing in his 1,612th regular-season game and Luke Kennard made a 3-pointer off a pass from James with 0.6 seconds left to send the Los Angeles...

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Checks back in Smart (groin) has returned to Saturday's game against the Magic, Khobi Price of The California Post reports.

Impact Smart departed the contest in the second quarter and went back to the locker room after sustaining an apparent groin injury. However, he's been cleared to return and has checked back into the contest.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Smart subbed out of Saturday's game against Orlando with 9:11 left in the second quarter and went back to the locker room, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smart looked to be grabbing at his groin area while exiting the contest. While he's sidelined, Rui Hachimura and Jake LaRavia could see more playing time.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Gets to the line in win Smart recorded 13 points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 134-126 victory over the Heat.

Impact Smart struggled to find his rhythm from the floor Thursday, but he salvaged his scoring line by aggressive play that led to nine free-throw attempts. The veteran guard has provided steady peripheral stats since returning from a one-game absence due to a hip injury, averaging 2.8 assists and 2.3 steals over his last three outings. While he remains a distant sixth option in the Lakers' scoring hierarchy, Smart's defensive contributions and ability to chip in across multiple categories keep him relevant in deeper fantasy formats.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Marcus Smart, Kawhi Leonard and the best cases for reviving NBA Comeback Player of the Year The NBA Comeback Player of the Year doesn't currently exist, but it should. And here are the best candidates for the award this season.

MARCH 20 • FANSIDED.COM

Lakers must secretly thank the Celtics for their recent success Marcus Smart is now helping shape the Lakers’ culture, with his Celtics' defensive mindset and leadership in Los Angeles.

MARCH 18 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Marcus Smart's mentality is quietly transforming the Lakers The Los Angeles Lakers guard continues to be the leader they need.

MARCH 18 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Tepid line in victory Smart registered 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt) and one assist across 36 minutes during Monday's 100-92 victory over the Rockets.

Impact Although Smart produced a mediocre line, he converted beyond the arc during some key moments where momentum was beginning to turn in Houston's way. Smart's production is muted because the top three scoring options on the squad are mostly locked up, and there hasn't been enough opportunity for the 12th-year pro to break in. If it doesn't improve, his 57-game average of 9.6 points would mark only the second time in his career that he's failed to average 10 or more points.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers' playoff ceiling depends on Marcus Smart finally mastering one thing The 3-point shot needs to be Marcus Smart's best friend for the Los Angeles Lakers to thrive.

MARCH 17 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

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