Marcus Smart
G LAL
Mon 1/21/19 12:38 PM

Smart will not be suspended for his altercation with the Hawks' DeAndre' Bembry during Saturday's game, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
The league will fine Smart $35,000, but the defensive-minded guard won't be subject to any additional discipline, so expect him to be in action Monday night against the Heat. Over his previous 10 games, Smart is averaging 10.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.7 steals while shooting 52.2 percent from the field and 50 percent from three.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Wed 1/16/19 5:24 PM

Smart (illness) is available to play in Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Jay King of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
As expected, Smart is good to go Wednesday after being sidelined for Monday's game against the Nets with an illness. Smart is expected to return to the starting lineup and play his regular minutes load, which will send Jaylen Brown back to the bench.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Wed 1/16/19 1:01 PM

Smart (illness) is available to play in Wednesday's contest against Toronto, Brian Robb of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
After missing Monday's matchup, it appears as though Smart has recovered from his undisclosed illness and will be available to play during Wednesday's game against the Raptors. With no hint of a minutes restriction, Smart will presumably return to the starting lineup with guard Jaylen Brown coming off the bench.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Tue 1/15/19 4:31 PM

Smart (illness) will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against Toronto.
EDGE Analysis
Smart was listed as doubtful and ultimately ended up sitting out of Monday's contest, so it's good to see that he has a better chance to take the court at home with the Raptors coming to town. Expect another update on his status closer to tip, but if he can't go, Jaylen Brown figures to draw another start at shooting guard.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Mon 1/14/19 4:20 PM

Smart (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nets, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
As expected, an undisclosed illness will keep Smart sidelined for the first time all season. In his absence, Jaylen Brown will likely benefit from an increased role. Smart's next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Raptors.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Mon 1/14/19 11:12 AM

Smart is doubtful for Monday's game at Brooklyn due to an illness, Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smart's status for the contest against Brooklyn on Monday doesn't look good at all, as the guard was previously ruled out but was officially upgraded to doubtful heading into the matchup. With Smart likely to be sidelined, as well as guard Kyrie Irving (quadriceps), Jaylen Brown and Terry Rozier will presumably enter the starting lineup and see an increased role versus the Nets.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Wed 1/2/19 9:55 PM

Smart (shoulder) has returned to Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Jay King of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smart looked to have suffered a more serious injury Wednesday, however he missed just a few minutes of game-time. His quick return seems to indicate that he avoided significant injury and that it shouldn't have much of an effect on his status going forward.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Wed 1/2/19 9:44 PM

Smart suffered a strained right shoulder in Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves and is probable to return, Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smart suffered the injury when Karl-Anthony Towns set a screen on him, and Smart headed straight to the locker room. He looked to be in a lot of pain, however the probable designation is a positive sign that he avoided serious injury. More information should come out shortly regarding his status. Prior to the injury, Smart played 15 minutes, and posted two points, six assists and one rebound.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Sat 12/15/18 11:31 PM

Smart supplied 21 points (6-11 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, and three steals in 30 minutes during Saturday's 113-104 loss to the Pistons.
EDGE Analysis
Smart finished with season highs in scoring and made threes, and even more surprisingly did so efficiently. He continues to thrive since entering the starting five, and apart from this loss, so has the team. As a result, it seems likely that coach Brad Stevens will continue to heavily rely on Smart even if offensive efficiency isn't exactly his calling card.

Marcus Smart
G LAL
Thu 12/13/18 8:47 AM

Smart generated 18 points (5-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, three assists and three steals across 39 minutes in Wednesday's 130-125 OT road win over the Wizards.
EDGE Analysis
Marcus Smart, Professional Irritant, was all over the floor during the win, making his presence felt on both ends of the court. Smart's active hands led to numerous Wizard turnovers. Wednesday marked Smart's seventh start, in which he's averaging 8.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 4.7 assists and a whopping 2.6 steals per contest. His injection into the starting lineup coincides with Boston's seven game winning streak. Expect Smart to keep seeing big minutes until his poor shooting (36% career field goal percentage) eventually catches up to him.