Marcus Smart may hit the open market this summer as the Wizards have 17 players under contract and need to make cuts. Smart, with a $21.6 million salary and an expiring deal, may be targeted for a trade or buyout. Both the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks are monitoring his situation due to their interest in his defensive skills. Despite injury struggles, Smart's experience makes him a valuable asset as he averaged 9.0 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists last season.
Smart is the odd man out on the Wizards' roster, which currently has 17 players under contract for next season, exceeding the NBA limit of 15.
The Los Angeles Lakers have had preliminary conversations about Smart's availability this offseason, while the Knicks are also intrigued by his defensive abilities.
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