Veteran guard Marcus Smart continues to be a game-changer for the Los Angeles Lakers with his defensive instincts. The post ...

It's become well-known amongst the Celtics fan base that the last time a guard won Defensive Player of the Year was when Gary Payton earned the award in 1995-96. With counting stats and rim-protecting ...

Before injuries limited him to playing in only 54 games over the last two seasons, Marcus Smart was undoubtedly the best perimeter defender in the NBA. He firmly established this when he won the ...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick appreciates Marcus Smart embracing a quarterback role on the defensive end of the ...

Smart logged 13 points (4-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven steals, six assists and four rebounds over 37 minutes during the Lakers ' 121-111 win over the Hornets on Monday.

Marcus Smart discussed the importance of making an impact defensively for the Los Angeles Lakers, even if those things go unnoticed.

In Marcus Smart, the Lakers look to have found not just a replacement, but an upgrade from Dorian Finney-Smith.

The Los Angeles Lakers have to be pleased with the way Marcus Smart has quickly integrated himself with the team despite ...

The Los Angeles Lakers made the decision to bring in Marcus Smart to help with the perimeter defense. That was the biggest issue that they had during the playoffs against the Timberwolves. Smart has ...

Find out the latest updates on the Lakers injury report as they prepare to face the Memphis Grizzlies this Friday.

Marcus Smart doesn't believe Friday's scoresheet reflected his impact on the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-110 win over the ...

Marcus Smart could miss his third consecutive game for the LA Lakers on Friday. The Lakers tip off their NBA Cup campaign ...