Lakers' Marcus Smart Signing Looks Brilliant After Incredible Night The Los Angeles Lakers made a shrewd move this offseason by signing free agent guard Marcus Smart to a four-year contract worth $52 million. And after an incredible performance in the team's season opener against the Golden State Warriors, it's clear that the Lakers' front office knows a thing or two about making smart moves. Smart, who was acquired from the New Orleans Pelicans, showed why he was so coveted on the market with a 30-point, seven-rebound, and five-assist night. He shot an impressive 12-of-20 from the field and added four three-pointers to his stat line, helping the Lakers to a convincing 123-110 win over their Western Conference rivals. The 29-year-old guard's all-around game was on full display as he attacked the basket with ease, drew fouls, and even showed off his defensive prowess by blocking two shots. His ability to impact the game in multiple ways has already made him a fan favorite at Crypto.com Arena, and it's easy to see why. "It's an incredible feeling knowing that I can make a difference on both ends of the floor," Smart said after the game. "I'm just trying to bring energy and enthusiasm every time I step onto the court." The Lakers' signing of Smart has drawn comparisons to their acquisition of point guard Lonnie Walker IV last season, who also made an immediate impact after being traded from the San Antonio Spurs. Like Walker, Smart is expected to be a key contributor off the bench for the Lakers, and his performance in the opener only adds to the excitement. With Smart on board, the Lakers have added another layer of depth to their roster, which already boasted a strong starting five fe...#LeBron_James #Los_Angeles_Lakers #Marcus_Smart #Golden_State_Warriors #New_Orleans_Pelicans #Lonnie_Walker_IV #Anthony_Davis #Russell_Westbrook
