""It was weird at first," Smart said of switching sides in the rivalry. "Being here nine years, I definitely didn't think that would be a possibility but I'm enjoying every last bit of it." "We've got a great team in L.A. We've got some talented players and a great opportunity playing with Luka (Doncic) and LeBron (James), two of the best to ever do it in this game. Just try to take and learn from them and help however I can. Excited and proud to be here.""
"Smart said he isn't surprised by how well Boston is playing. "It's exactly what I assumed," Smart said. "When you have a foundation like the Celtics do, it's easy to buy in. They're doing their thing ... when you've got that pedigree you're not surprised when guys go down and other guys come up. They're taking advantage of it.""
Marcus Smart missed the Celtics’ win at TD Garden with a back injury and reflected on playing for arch-rival Los Angeles. The Celtics drafted Smart and he spent nearly a decade in Boston before being traded to Memphis in the deal that acquired Kristaps Porzingis ahead of the 2024 season, followed by an injury-marred stint in Washington. The 31-year-old guard has started nine of 14 games for the Lakers, averaging 9.3 points and 1.8 steals. Smart described the switch as "weird at first" but said he is enjoying playing alongside stars like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. He credited Boston's foundation and depth for the team's recent success.
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