Marcus Smart figured he would be traded

Marcus Smart figured he would be traded, but admits this part of Wizards transition is ‘confusing’
After spending most of his career with playoff contenders, Marcus Smart is learning how to adapt to a team in a rebuild.
Marcus Smart is eager to share his insight with the young Wizards
The veteran acquired from Memphis wants to offer his expertise to rebuilding Washington, which fell to Atlanta, 125-111, on Saturday night.
Marcus Smart Reveals Honest Thoughts on Being Traded To Wizards
Smart, the 30-year-old defensive-minded veteran, is expected to act as a mentor to this young Wizards team. The Grizzlies were expected to make moves in order to free up cap space for key extensions, and Smart was the casualty in this move. Speaking to Wizards reporters, Smart commented on his feelings about the trade.
Marcus Smart makes honest admission after surprise Wizards trade
Marcus Smart admitted he “figured I’d get traded” ahead of last week’s deadline. The Grizzlies were looking to move him for some salary relief as Smart’s tenure in Memphis came up short. But still, considering his trade to the Wizards came right before the deadline,
Grizzlies Trading Marcus Smart to Wizards in Blockbuster Deal
The Memphis Grizzlies are trading Marcus Smart and a 2025 first-round pick to the Washington Wizards in a multi-team trade that sends two second-round picks to Memphis, sources tell ESPN. Memphis creates roster flexibility with the move. pic.twitter.com/HoyqkvNLke
Wizards' Marcus Smart: Debuting after All-Star break
Smart will likely make his Wizards debut after the All-Star break, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Wizards keep dealing up to the deadline, add Marcus Smart, more picks
The Wizards acquired a first-round pick in June’s draft from the Memphis Grizzlies and guard Marcus Smart for guard Johnny Davis, center Marvin Bagley III and a 2025 second-round pick. The Wizards used their cap space to take on Smart’s contract, which has another season at $21.5 million for 2025-26.
Former Celtics guard Marcus Smart traded by Grizzlies to last-place Wizards
Former Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart was one of the unluckiest players at the NBA trade deadline on Thursday.
Sources: Grizzlies trading Marcus Smart, pick to Wizards
The Grizzlies are trading Marcus Smart and a 2025 first-round pick to the Wizards in a multiteam trade that sends two second-round picks to Memphis.
Marcus Smart's Honest Statement on Unexpected Grizzlies Trade
The Memphis Grizzlies entered the NBA trade deadline period with a lot of moveable contracts and assets to make a trade. Given their position in the Western Con
Report: Marcus Smart Traded to Wizards from Grizzlies in Multi-Team NBA Deadline Deal
The Memphis Grizzlies reportedly traded guard Marcus Smart to the Washington Wizards prior to the NBA trade deadline on ...
Wizards continue overhaul with deal that nets Marcus Smart, first-round pick from Memphis
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15 NBA players who look weird in new uniforms after trade deadline, starring Luka Doncic, Marcus Smart, and more
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