Marcus Smart, once a prominent player for the Celtics, finds himself joining the rebuilding Wizards after being traded multiple times in quick succession. Following an injury-shortened stint with the Grizzlies and acknowledging the challenges of adjusting to a new team's dynamics, Smart emphasizes the importance of his experience in the locker room. He reflects on the confusion of adapting to a non-contending team while recognizing the value he can offer to younger players seeking guidance.
"I figured I would get traded, just didn't know where...it was a little last minute. But, that's out of my control, and I tend to not focus on things I can't control."
"I guess you can kind of say it's confusing because you're just trying to figure out where you stand in that...but also being yourself at the same time."
"It's a fresh start. You get to come into a rebuild where they're looking for help. They're looking for that advice and that experience."
"I've played for really good teams up until now and was able to do some things with them and really just bring the experience over here."
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