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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have lost eight of their last 13 games, with their most recent loss coming at home against the Charlotte Hornets, a game in which the Hornets shot 54 percent from the field and 48 percent from 3-point range.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 17

Marcus Smart Believes Lakers Need To Play With More Urgency On Defensive End

The Los Angeles Lakers pounced on the chance to sign Marcus Smart in free agency, hoping the veteran would provide a boost on the defensive end. So far, Smart has been as advertised as he plays with a certain edge that the Lakers need in their lineups.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 16

Marcus Smart: Lakers Need To Adapt To Officiating Instead Of Complaining

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered another disappointing loss on Thursday night, getting blown out by the Charlotte Hornets on their home court. These type of losses have become a theme for the Lakers as they have struggled against athletic, physical teams all year.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Marcus Smart affirms unwavering belief in Lakers amid grueling schedule

LOS ANGELES – The struggles continued for the Los Angeles Lakers as they fell to the Charlotte Hornets, 135-117 on Thursday. With the loss, the Lakers have now dropped eight of their last 13 games.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 9

Marcus Smart ‘Comfortable’ With Direction Lakers Are Heading In

The Los Angeles Lakers remain in the thick of the Western Conference standings race, with players like Marcus Smart helping out in bigger roles. Smart has started in place of Austin Reaves and he’s helped reinvigorate a defense that had slipped to one of the worst in the league.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 7

Marcus Smart says Jake LaRavia is underrated defender

Jake LaRavia has had some great performances recently as he’s been implemented into the starting lineup with Rui Hachimura out. LaRavia scored 26 points and 21 points in back-to-back wins against the Grizzlies, helping LA begin 2026 undefeated.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 7

Lakers’ Marcus Smart Speaks Candidly on Playing With LeBron & Luka, Defensive Struggles and More

Despite rattling off a laundry list of things that the Los Angeles Lakers need to correct, Marcus Smart maintained optimism about the team’s direction and potential.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 4

Marcus Smart Believes Having Veterans Has Helped Lakers Win Clutch Games

Having veterans is an integral piece to becoming a championship team in the NBA and the Los Angeles Lakers added one in Marcus Smart this past offseason to bring energy and effort.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3

How Marcus Smart-Jake LaRavia ‘connection’ creates balance for Lakers’ lineups

LOS ANGELES – Since Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura have been sidelined due to injury, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia have taken their place in the starting lineup for the Los Angeles Lakers, for the time being.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29

Lakers’ LeBron James finishes wild alley-oop off Marcus Smart’s no-look lob

LeBron James pulled off a fantastic alley-oop dunk after connecting with Marcus Smart during the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 28

Lakers checkmate Kings with blowout win

Los Angeles snapped their losing streak with a 125-101 win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. LA’s superstars started the offense off with a combined eight points.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 28

LeBron James Happy To Have Marcus Smart On Lakers

An offseason signing that was expected to pay dividends for the Los Angeles Lakers was veteran guard Marcus Smart and he has already showcased positive signs on the defensive end.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25

Lakers’ Marcus Smart returns to Rockets game after injury scare

Lakers Nation held its collective breath on Christmas Day. During the Los Angeles Lakers’ marquee showdown against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena, veteran guard Marcus Smart gave everyone a serious fright.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 24

Marcus Smart: Lakers Need To Fix Defense Before It’s Too Late

The defensive issues for the Los Angeles Lakers seem to be getting worse as this season goes on. After Tuesday night’s blowout loss to the Phoenix Suns, the Lakers are 4-5 in their last nine games.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 24

Marcus Smart reveals why every team is trying to ‘kill’ Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have squared off against the Phoenix Suns three times in the past three weeks, with the latest resulting in a 132-108 loss on Tuesday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 21

Marcus Smart On Being Fined: ‘Sometimes You Gotta Take A Hit To Get Your Point Across’

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart has been frustrated with NBA officiating recently, picking up technical fouls in each of the last two games, the first of which resulted in a $35,000 fine for making an obscene gesture at a referee during the win over the Utah Jazz.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / December 20

Lakers' Marcus Smart fined $35,000 for obscene gesture

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart has been fined $35,000 for making an obscene gesture toward a game official at halftime of his team's 143-135 victory over the Utah Jazz on Thursday in Salt Lake City, the NBA announced Saturday.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 20

NBA Notes: Heat, Bam Adebayo, Lakers, Marcus Smart, Knicks

Heat big man Bam Adebayo didn’t dodge it. He owned it. After another inefficient night on the road, Adebayo acknowledged Friday that he has to be better.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 20

Marcus Smart fined $35,000 by the NBA

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart was hit with a $35,000 fine by the NBA for his actions toward referees during Thursday’s game. Smart was fined for making an “obscene gesture” at halftime of Thursday’s game against the Utah Jazz, the league said in a statement.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / December 20

Lakers’ Marcus Smart Fined $35K By NBA

Lakers guard Marcus Smart has been fined $35K for “making an obscene gesture toward a game official,” the NBA announced on Saturday (via Twitter). Smart was penalized for giving the middle finger to the refs at halftime during Thursday’s win in Utah, tweets Dan Woike of The Athletic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 19

Marcus Smart On How Lakers’ Offensive Success Could Hurt Their Defense

The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a close 143-135 win over the Utah Jazz. While this is a positive result, Marcus Smart hinted at some problems with the team’s performance.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / December 9

Lakers G Marcus Smart (back) hopes to play vs. Spurs

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart returned to practice Tuesday and intends to play in Wednesday's NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup against the visiting San Antonio Spurs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Lakers Announce Troubling Marcus Smart Update on Friday

The Los Angeles Lakers have gotten off to a strong start in the 2025–26 season, riding the momentum of a five-game winning streak. A major factor in that success has been their offseason additions, notably veteran guard Marcus Smart.