Smart made an incredible block toward the end of Game 7 to help Boston maintain the lead. Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Marcus Smart has great quote about his huge block in Game 7

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 9/12/20

Marcus Smart offered a great quote about his huge block in the Boston Celtics’ series-clinching win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

The Celtics beat the Raptors 92-87 in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series. Boston was protecting a two-point lead with around a minute left when the ball was pushed ahead to Norman Powell, who went up for a fast-break layup. Smart made an incredible block on the play to help Boston maintain the lead.

When the Celtics needed it most, Marcus Smart came through with the block pic.twitter.com/rpeKkgjRoS

— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) September 12, 2020

The play showcased the abilities that have made Smart a two-time All-Defensive player in the NBA.

That’s exactly what Smart said after the game.

Marcus Smart while describing his game-saving block: “I'm first-team all defense for a reason.”

— Chris Forsberg (@ChrisForsberg_) September 12, 2020