The Lakers answered a lot of questions this offseason by signing Jake LaRavia, Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart to two-year deals. LeBron James also exercised his player option, which keeps him under contract through this coming season.

For the third time in the last three years and the second in 2025, veteran guard Marcus Smart is about to find a new home. According to Shams Charania from ESPN, the Washington Wizards and Smart have agreed on a contract termination,

In their search to replace the defensive versatility lost with Dorian Finney-Smith's departure, the Los Angeles Lakers explored several trade and free-agent options this offseason.

Marcus Smart will be back in Boston this season, but not in the way that many Boston Celtics fans wanted. Smart is now a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston’s infamous rivals. How will Celtics fans greet Smart when he comes to town wearing purple and gold?

The Los Angeles Lakers waived guard Jordan Goodwin shortly after releasing Shake Milton to clear space for the arrival of Marcus Smart.

“A potential reunion between Marcus Smart and the Celtics would not be off the table. “The Wizards, who now carry 17 players on the active roster, are expected to offload key veterans to make ...