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Marcus Smart\u2019s departure from the Los Angeles Lakers was reportedly influenced by his desire for a fresh start. \u201cMy understanding is that, to some degree, Smart was ready to move forward in a different situation,\u201d Jovan Buha said, noting that differing accounts exist.<\/p>\n

Smart subsequently signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Houston Rockets, reuniting with Ime Udoka, who coached him during Boston\u2019s run to the 2022 NBA Finals.<\/p>\n

The 32-year-old averaged 9.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.4 steals during his only season with the Lakers. Los Angeles later reshaped its perimeter rotation by adding Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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