Luka Doncic reportedly helped recruit Smart to the Lakers. In addition, a clip from "The Old Man & the Three" podcast has been unearthed where Lakers coach JJ Redick had some glowing things to say about the former Defensive Player of the Year. In the clip, which is from 2020, Redick said that Smart is the type of player he would want on his team.

New Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart reportedly gave back $6.8 million in his buyout with the Washington Wizards.

Some believe that could be with the 76ers, including FanSided, which recently noted that the Lakers gave Philadelphia a gift to reunite with one of their former fan favorites.

Yes, he was a Boston Celtics rival, but would Marcus Smart have made sense for the Miami Heat on the buyout market?

The Los Angeles Lakers currently have 14 players under contract and are just under the first apron threshold, where they are hard-capped, after adding Marcus Smart and waiving both Shake Milton and Jordan Goodwin.

Perhaps the claims that incoming Lakers guard Marcus Smart has declined, especially on defense, have been greatly exaggerated.

The Los Angeles Lakers brought in some toughness and defensive versatility with Marcus Smart. However, they're now going to have to play financial Jenga.

Veteran guard Marcus Smart will sign with the Los Angeles Lakers after receiving a contract buyout from the Washington Wizards, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.

Shortly after signing Marcus Smart, the Lakers moved their attention to trading Dalton Knecht, only to be dealt with bad news.

NBA fans make their feelings clear on the Lakers' targeting Jrue Holiday even after they acquired Marcus Smart.