Marcus Smart

Basketball Player

American Lancaster, TX

Quick Info

ProfessionBasketball Player
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth06/03/1994
Age32 years
BirthplaceLancaster, TX

Latest News about Marcus Smart

10/07/2026

Marcus Smart signed a two-year, $12.4 million contract with the Houston Rockets on July 10, 2026, with the second year structured as a player option. This move came after he played for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2025-26 season following a buyout from the Washington Wizards.

22/07/2025

Smart signed a two-year, $11 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers in July 2025 as a free agent after reaching a buyout agreement with the Washington Wizards. He had previously struggled with injuries while playing for the Memphis Grizzlies before being traded to the Wizards in 2025.

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Bio/Wiki

Marcus Osmond Smart is an American professional basketball player who plays as a point guard or shooting guard.

Physical Stats & More

Height6'3"
Weight220 lbs

Relationships & More

SpouseMarried in September 2023
ChildrenSon: Zayn (born August 2024)

Family

Parents
  • Camellia Smart
  • Billy Frank

Career

Draft2014 NBA Draft: 1st Round, 6th Pick (Boston Celtics)
Teams
  • Boston Celtics
  • Memphis Grizzaws
  • Los Angeles Lakers
  • Memphis Grizzlies
  • Washington Wizards
  • Houston Rockets
Achievements
  • 2022 NBA Defensive Player of the Year
  • Big 12 Player of the Year (2014)
  • USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2013)
  • NBA All-Rookie Second Team
  • USA U19 World Championships Gold Medal (2013)
ContractTwo-year, $12.4 million deal with Houston Rockets (signed July 2026, second year player option)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Tied Oklahoma State single-season steals record with 99 as freshman[5]
2. Holds Big 12 freshman single-season steals record[5]
3. Five-star high school recruit, #1 shooting guard in 2012 class[4]
4. Shoot-Out MVP in 2010 and 2011, adidas Super 64 MVP in 2010[5]
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