Smart (ankle) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Dallas.
Smart has missed the Lakers' last six games. Although he appears to be trending in a positive direction regarding a return to the court, he won't be out there against the Mavericks. With Austin Reaves (oblique) and Luka Doncic (hamstring) out for the foreseeable future, Smart's services will likely be needed out of the backcourt upon his return. However, while he remains out, Jake LaRavia and Luke Kennard should both see even more work moving ahead.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Participates in on-court work
Rotowire
Head coach JJ Redick said Smart (ankle) participated in an on-court workout Thursday and could return to game action as soon as Sunday against the Mavericks, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.
Smart will miss a sixth consecutive game Thursday due to a right ankle contusion, though he's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's contest. For now, the veteran guard can be considered questionable to face Dallas.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Out again Thursday
Rotowire
Smart (ankle) won't play in Thursday's game against Oklahoma City, Ryan Ward of SI.com reports.
This will mark Smart's sixth consecutive absence because of a right ankle contusion. As a result, Jake LaRavia is the favorite to remain in the starting lineup.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Won't play Tuesday
Rotowire
Smart (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.
The veteran guard will sit out a fifth straight contest due to a right ankle contusion. His next chance to play will come Thursday in Oklahoma City. Jake LaRavia will likely continue starting at small forward for the Lakers on Tuesday.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Ruled out for Monday
Rotowire
Smart (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Wizards.
Smart will miss a fourth consecutive contest due to a right ankle contusion, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against Cleveland. With the veteran guard and Luka Doncic (suspension) both unavailable, Jake LaRavia, Rui Hachimura and Bronny James are candidates to see increased burn.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Remaining out for Friday
Rotowire
Smart (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Nets.
Smart will miss a third straight game due to a bruised right ankle. Jake LaRavia has made two starts in Smart's place and should be the favorite to run with the first unit again Friday against Brooklyn.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Out for Wednesday
Rotowire
Smart (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Smart was unable to shake his doubtful tag and will miss his second straight contest. With Smart sidelined, the Lakers may rely more on Luke Kennard and Jake LaRavia.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Doubtful for Wednesday
Rotowire
Smart is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pacers due to right ankle soreness.
The veteran guard is expected to miss a second straight contest due to the issue. Jake LaRavia started at small forward for the Lakers in Monday's loss to the Pistons amid Smart's absence, while Luke Kennard should also see an expanded role in the backcourt Wednesday.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Out for Monday
Rotowire
Smart (ankle) is out for Monday's game versus Detroit.
Smart was unable to clear his questionable tag for this contest due to ankle soreness. For now, fantasy managers can consider him questionable for Wednesday in Indiana. With Smart sidelined, Luke Kennard could see more reps.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Iffy for Monday
Rotowire
Smart is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons due to right ankle soreness.
Smart is in danger of missing just his second game since Feb. 12. If the veteran guard is ultimately ruled out, Luke Kennard and Jake LaRavia would be candidates to see increased playing time. Smart has appeared in five straight games, averaging 10.4 points, 2.4 assists and 2.0 steals across 32.8 minutes per contest during that span.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Checks back in
Rotowire
Smart (groin) has returned to Saturday's game against the Magic, Khobi Price of The California Post reports.
Smart departed the contest in the second quarter and went back to the locker room after sustaining an apparent groin injury. However, he's been cleared to return and has checked back into the contest.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Heads to locker room
Rotowire
Smart subbed out of Saturday's game against Orlando with 9:11 left in the second quarter and went back to the locker room, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Smart looked to be grabbing at his groin area while exiting the contest. While he's sidelined, Rui Hachimura and Jake LaRavia could see more playing time.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Gets to the line in win
Rotowire
Smart recorded 13 points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 134-126 victory over the Heat.
Smart struggled to find his rhythm from the floor Thursday, but he salvaged his scoring line by aggressive play that led to nine free-throw attempts. The veteran guard has provided steady peripheral stats since returning from a one-game absence due to a hip injury, averaging 2.8 assists and 2.3 steals over his last three outings. While he remains a distant sixth option in the Lakers' scoring hierarchy, Smart's defensive contributions and ability to chip in across multiple categories keep him relevant in deeper fantasy formats.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Tepid line in victory
Rotowire
Smart registered 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt) and one assist across 36 minutes during Monday's 100-92 victory over the Rockets.
Although Smart produced a mediocre line, he converted beyond the arc during some key moments where momentum was beginning to turn Houston's way. Smart's production is muted because the top three scoring options on the squad are locked up. If it doesn't improve, his 57-game average of 9.6 points would mark only the second time in his career that he's failed to average 10 or more points.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Puts up 21 points in win
Rotowire
Smart finished Saturday's 127-125 overtime win over Denver with 21 points (8-15 FG, 5-12 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists, one block and five steals across 35 minutes.
Smart returned to the starting lineup after not playing Thursday against the Bulls due to a hip injury, and he was productive on offense and sharp from three-point range. Smart has started regularly for the Lakers this season, and while his overall season stats aren't eye-popping from a fantasy perspective, his defensive impact and on-court leadership are noticeable for a veteran Lakers team. Smart should remain in a starting role until further notice, but don't expect him to hover around the 20-point mark on a steady basis. This was the first time he cleared that threshold since scoring 25 points in a loss to Portland on Jan. 17.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Not listed on injury report
Rotowire
Smart (hip) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Saturday's meeting with the Nuggets.
Smart will be back in action Saturday night following a one-game stint on the sidelines, so he should see his usual minutes in a starting role. With Smart back, Rui Hachimura will likely return to the second unit.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Downgraded to out
Rotowire
Smart is out for Thursday's game against the Bulls with a bruised right hip, per Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com.
The veteran guard can be deemed day-to-day ahead of Saturday's showdown with the Nuggets. Luke Kennard should see enough playing time in the backcourt to command streaming attention in most fantasy leagues Thursday.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Doubtful for Thursday
Rotowire
Smart is doubtful to play Thursday against the Bulls due to a right hip contusion, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Smart's minutes figure to be divvied up amongst Luke Kennard, Dalton Knecht and Kobe Bufkin. Check back for official confirmation on Smart's status closer to Thursday's tip.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Piling up steals
Rotowire
Smart chipped in eight points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 120-106 victory over the Timberwolves.
Smart appears to be locked into a starting role and remains a solid fantasy streamer for steals. The veteran guard has averaged 8.7 points, 3.3 assists, 2.5 rebounds, 2.3 steals and 2.0 three-pointers in 29.4 minutes per tilt in his last six games, shooting 40.0 percent from deep.
... See More... See Less
Lakers' Marcus Smart: Busy on defense in win
Rotowire
Smart had nine points (3-5 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and five steals over 25 minutes during Sunday's 128-104 win over the Kings.
The five steals were Smart's best performance on the defensive end since he racked up seven pilfers against the Hornets on Nov. 10. The veteran guard is having trouble finding ways to contribute for the Lakers. He's scored in double digits only once in the last seven games, averaging 7.0 points, 2.6 assists, 2.1 boards, 1.6 steals and 1.3 threes in 26.4 minutes over that stretch.
