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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.

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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.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

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.

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.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 20

Marcus Smart Fined For Making Obscene Gesture At Official

Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart has been fined $35,000 for making an obscene gesture towards a game official, it was announced by James Jones, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations with the NBA.

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 / Lakers Nation / December 20

Marcus Smart Discusses Recent 3-Point Shooting Surge

The Los Angeles Lakers offense was electric on Thursday night against the Utah Jazz. They scored 143 points — their highest point total of the season — behind a 45-point triple-double from Luka Doncic and 28 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds from LeBron James.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 19

Pelicans Wing Herb Jones Remains On Trade ‘Wish List’

If there is one area that is in need of improvement on the Los Angeles Lakers roster, it is the team’s perimeter defense. The Lakers have a couple of players

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 / Fadeaway World / December 18

NBA Insider Proposes Smart Plan For The Lakers To Acquire Two Excellent Players In 2026 FA

The Los Angeles Lakers made some impressive moves this offseason by signing solid rotation pieces, including Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart, and Jake LaRavia.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 14

Marcus Smart Admits Lakers Players Got Exposed In Film Session: 'We’re Not Guarding People'

The Los Angeles Lakers were dumped out of the NBA Cup in the quarterfinals by the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, and their film session afterward did not paint a pretty picture.

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 / 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 / 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.