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From Celtics to Wizards: Marcus Smart's Unexpected NBA Journey!

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Marcus Smart gets traded from the Grizzlies to the Wizards in a surprising NBA trade! What does it mean for his future?

Marcus Smart, the 2022 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, is on the move yet again! The former Boston Celtics guard was recently traded from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Washington Wizards in a complex multi-team trade ahead of the NBA trade deadline. After spending nine impactful seasons with the Celtics, Smart is now set to don the Wizards' jersey as they continue their rebuilding efforts. Fans are buzzing about the trade as it marks the latest chapter in a rollercoaster career that has seen Smart go from fan-favorite in Boston to joining a Wizards team that is in the midst of overhauling their roster.

The Grizzlies were looking to shake things up this season and decided to send Smart packing along with a 2025 first-round pick. In return, they received two second-round picks. This trade reflects the Grizzlies’ strategic move aiming for a brighter future as they strive to rebuild their roster for the years to come. In the meantime, Smart joins the Wizards who are in desperate need of a shake-up, aiming to make a splash in the Eastern Conference, where so many challengers await.

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Former Celtics guard Marcus Smart traded by Grizzlies to last-place ... (CBS News)

Former Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart was one of the unluckiest players at the NBA trade deadline on Thursday.

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Sources: Grizzlies trading Marcus Smart, pick to Wizards - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

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.

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Grizzlies trade Marcus Smart, Jake LaRavia, get Marvin Bagley ... (The Commercial Appeal)

The Grizzlies traded Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia ahead of the NBA trade deadline, according to multiple reports.

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Reports: Wizards add Marcus Smart in multi-team deal with Grizzlies ... (NBA.com)

Veteran guard Marcus Smart reportedly has been traded to the Washington Wizards in a three-team deal with the Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings, ...

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Report: Marcus Smart Traded to Wizards from Grizzlies in Multi-Team NBA Deadline Deal (Bleacher Report)

The Memphis Grizzlies reportedly traded guard Marcus Smart to the Washington Wizards prior to the NBA trade deadline on Thursday. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Grizzlies also sent a 2025 first-round pick to the Wizards as part of the trade in ...

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Report: Ex-Celtic Marcus Smart traded to Washington Wizards (Boston.com)

Marcus Smart, who spent nine seasons with the Celtics, is returning to the Eastern Conference as a Washington Wizard.

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Sources: Grizzlies trading Marcus Smart, pick to Wizards - ESPN (ESPN)

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.

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Unpacking Grizzlies' trade deadline moves: What Marcus Smart deal ... (The Commercial Appeal)

The Grizzlies reportedly made one deal ahead of the NBA trade deadline on Thursday. Here's what it means for the rest of the season and beyond.

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Memphis Grizzlies trade Marcus Smart to rebuilding team at ... (masslive.com)

The former Celtics guard is on the move again at the trade deadline.

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Marcus Smart to Washington (Hoops Hype)

Shams Charania: 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 ...

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Wizards continue overhaul with deal that nets Marcus Smart, first ... (The Athletic)

The Wizards' rebuild received a boost at the trade deadline, as they've gathered a significant inventory of future draft picks.

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Washington Acquires Marcus Smart, Colby Jones, Alex Len, and a ... (WashingtonWizards.com)

In return, Washington dealt guard Johnny Davis, forward Marvin Bagley III, and a 2025 second-round pick to Memphis. A former Defensive Player of the Year (2021- ...

Wizards add Marcus Smart and a 1st-round pick in a 3-team deal ... (The Associated Press)

The Washington Wizards have acquired guard Marcus Smart and a 2025 protected first-round pick from the Memphis Grizzlies as part of a three-team trade with ...

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Grizzlies admit Marcus Smart mistake with trade to where he should ... (Beale Street Bears)

Both the Grizzlies and Wizards were part of the original trade, and Smart's tenure in Memphis wasn't the best.

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