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Marcus Smart Hoping To Build Off Strong Shooting Performance Vs. Spurs

One of the few positives to come out of the Los Angeles Lakers loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Emirates NBA Cup quarterfinals was the performance of Marcus Smart.

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Marcus Smart Felt Good Physically In Return To Action

The Los Angeles Lakers had been without Marcus Smart for the past six games as he dealt with a back injury, and the team sorely missed his energy and defensive presence.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Lakers’ Marcus Smart turns into Stephen Curry with barrage of 3s vs. Spurs

Occasionally, a random role player will suddenly pop off and have the game of a lifetime. Marcus Smart had missed the last six games for the Los Angeles Lakers before their matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.

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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 10

Marcus Smart reveals how playing for the LA Lakers compares to the Boston Celtics

Marcus Smart is having somewhat of a resurgence with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Los Angeles Lakers signed Marcus Smart this summer to add some wing defense to this Luka Doncic-led team, and he’s provided exactly that.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

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 / Lakers Nation / December 9

Marcus Smart Planning On Returning Vs. Spurs

Los Angeles Lakers veteran guard Marcus Smart has missed the last six games with a back injury that was originally classified as spasms and then a left lumbar muscle strain.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 8

Marcus Smart Remains Day-To-Day, Hopeful For Return Vs. Spurs

Marcus Smart has now missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ last six games due to a nagging back injury that was first classified as spasms and then a left lumbar muscle strain.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 7

3 All-Stars Could Miss Lakers vs 76ers Clash

The 16-6 Los Angeles Lakers' impending showdown against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday could be missing some critical All-Stars. Per a recent NBA injury report, 21-time All-NBA forward LeBron James is considered questionable to play through a right sciatica injury and left foot joint arthritis.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 6

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Questionable, Luka Doncic Available & Marcus Smart Out Vs. 76ers

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Sunday night’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers and LeBron James (right sciatica and left foot joint arthritis) is questionable whilwe Luka Doncic (personal) is available to return and Marcus Smart (left lumbar muscle strain) remains out.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 5

Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Doubtful, Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Out Vs. Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Friday night’s game against the Boston Celtics and LeBron James (right sciatica and left foot joint arthritis) is doubtful while Luka Doncic (personal) and Marcus Smart (left lumbar muscle strain) remain out.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 4

Marcus Smart’s back injury not a long-term concern for Lakers, expected back soon

One of the standouts for the Lakers off the bench this season has been Marcus Smart. Brought in after a couple of disappointing seasons since being traded from the Celtics, Smart has been rejuvenated in LA and has made a positive impact on a nightly basis.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 3

Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Out Vs. Raptors

The Los Angeles Lakers are listing Luka Doncic (personal) and Marcus Smart (lower back injury management) as out for the team’s contest against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 2

Lakers Injury News: Marcus Smart Considered Day-To-Day After Undergoing MRI On Back

Marcus Smart has fit in well with the Los Angeles Lakers, though his availability has been up and down as he’s already dealt with a few different ailments.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 2

Why Is Marcus Smart Not Playing Tonight? JJ Redick Drops Injury Update for Lakers-Suns Game

A 26-point lead against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday was all the statement the Los Angeles Lakers needed, cruising to a 133-121 win. At 15-4, the Lakers ride a seven-game streak, which will be put to the test on Monday’s matchup against the Phoenix Suns, a team on the rise at 12-9 but coming off back-to-back losses.

Los Angeles Lakers News / LAFB Network / December 1

Lakers Share Latest LeBron James, Marcus Smart Injury Updates Ahead of Suns Matchup

The Los Angeles Lakers’ injury picture came into sharper focus on Monday, and it offered both encouraging news and lingering concerns. According to Thuc

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 28

Lakers Announce Concerning Injury Update On Marcus Smart Ahead Of Mavs Showdown

Troubling news has dropped for the Los Angeles Lakers just before tipoff. Marcus Smart, the team’s defensive mastermind, has been officially ruled out for tonight’s NBA Cup Group stage matchup against the Dallas Mavericks, leaving LA scrambling.

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.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 28

Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart’s availability clarified before Lakers vs Mavericks

The Lakers have been dealing with a number of injuries recently, but their game against the Mavericks could mark a turning point. They are 13-4 despite missing LeBron James for an extended stretch, and it is a start that is reminiscent of the 2010-11 season when they were coming off back-to-back titles.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 26

Marcus Smart Breaks Silence on Lakers Demotion

The return of Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James seems to have breathed new life into a team that is finally at full health for the first time all season — or at least was before center Deandre Ayton suffered a knee contusion Sunday night against the Utah Jazz.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 26

Marcus Smart issues early grade for Lakers’ defense

LOS ANGELES – Amid the Los Angeles Lakers’ 12-4 start to the season, they are among the middle of the pack when it comes to the defensive end. The Lakers’ defense could stand to get better, but the team has had a few strong individual defenders this year, including Marcus Smart.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 24

Lakers' Marcus Smart Gets Honest About LeBron James After Longtime Celtics-Era Rivalry

New Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart has a rich history with LeBron James, going back to his days on the Boston Celtics. Smart had multiple intense playoff battles with James when the now-40-year-old played for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / LAFB Network / November 23

Lakers Now Depending On ‘Swiss Army Knife’ For Defense, Experience, and Adaptability

The Los Angeles Lakers made one of the offseason’s most intriguing moves when they signed Marcus Smart, a former Defensive Player of the Year who arrived with both upside and risk.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / November 15

Why Is Marcus Smart Not Playing Tonight? Lakers Starting Line-Up Reviewed vs Bucks

The Los Angeles Lakers are walking into tonight’s matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks shorthanded. Earlier today, Marcus Smart was officially ruled out of the matchup due to a viral illness, and now the team will have to adjust on the fly without one of its most critical two-way players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 13

Lakers’ Marcus Smart doesn’t hold back on Thunder blowout

The Los Angeles Lakers must have gone into their Wednesday night clash against the Oklahoma City Thunder with high hopes. After all, OKC was on the second night of a back-to-back, and they have the rest advantage coming off their Monday night win over the Charlotte Hornets.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22