Marcus Smart figured he would be traded

Marcus Smart figured he would be traded, but admits this part of Wizards transition is ‘confusing’
After spending most of his career with playoff contenders, Marcus Smart is learning how to adapt to a team in a rebuild.
Marcus Smart is eager to share his insight with the young Wizards
The veteran acquired from Memphis wants to offer his expertise to rebuilding Washington, which fell to Atlanta, 125-111, on Saturday night.
Marcus Smart Reveals Honest Thoughts on Being Traded To Wizards
Smart, the 30-year-old defensive-minded veteran, is expected to act as a mentor to this young Wizards team. The Grizzlies were expected to make moves in order to free up cap space for key extensions, and Smart was the casualty in this move. Speaking to Wizards reporters, Smart commented on his feelings about the trade.
Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Unproductive in return
Smart returned to action after missing more than a month due to a finger injury. The rust was obvious as Smart missed all six of his shot attempts, playing a limited role off the bench. The Grizzlies have arguably the deepest roster in the league, meaning it is going to be hard for Smart to play a meaningful role any time soon.
Marcus Smart gets honest about Grizzlies-Wizards trade
Marcus Smart didn't expect for the Grizzlies to trade him to the Wizards, but he liked what he saw from the Wiz in their loss vs. the Hawks
Grizzlies trade Marcus Smart to Eastern Conference team
The Memphis Grizzlies have decided to move on from Marcus Smart after less than two seasons. Smart was traded to the Washington Wizards on Thursday as
Marcus Smart makes honest admission after surprise Wizards trade
Marcus Smart admitted he “figured I’d get traded” ahead of last week’s deadline. The Grizzlies were looking to move him for some salary relief as Smart’s tenure in Memphis came up short. But still, considering his trade to the Wizards came right before the deadline,
Marcus Smart's Honest Statement on Unexpected Grizzlies Trade
The Memphis Grizzlies entered the NBA trade deadline period with a lot of moveable contracts and assets to make a trade. Given their position in the Western Con
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Former DPOY Named as Potential Trade Target for Lakers To Help Luka Doncic, LeBron James
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Marcus Smart’s time in Memphis ends, Rockets make minor moves: The IkoSystem
Post-deadline, it looks like the Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies are comfortable keeping on their current path and the ...
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Marcus Smart Could Help Change Wizards' Culture
They fail to defend the three-point shot consistently ... most points in the league at 121 points per game. Bringing in Marcus Smart may be just what this Washington Wizards team needs.
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Marcus Smart’s wife Maisa Hallum
Marcus Smart is a combo guard on the Washington Wizards following a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies just before the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline. The guard is also a married man and a father ...
Key Debut Dates Revealed for Washington Wizards Newcomers Khris Middleton and Marcus Smart
Both players are expected to make their first appearances for the Wizards after the upcoming All-Star break, with Middleton ...