Lakers rumors: Fans will see a Marcus Smart body transformation in LA….
Here’s the latest on Marcus Smart joining the Lakers and why fans are buzzing about his “body transformation”:
Lakers have officially cleared cap space—waiving Shake Milton and Jordan Goodwin—to make room for Marcus Smart, who’s expected to sign a two‑year, $11 million deal (with a player option in 2026) after completing a buyout from the Wizards . A former Defensive Player of the Year and three-time All‑Defensive First Team pick, Smart brings grit, toughness, and veteran leadership to the Lakers backcourt.
A recent ClutchPoints report highlights that Smart has been training hard this summer—working on conditioning to return slimmer and more agile than ever. “Conditioning was an undeniable issue last season, but the Lakers were convinced… they would see a sleeker version of the 2021–22 DPOY” . With his body transformation, fans can expect a more athletic, durable version of Smart suited to the high‑energy Lakers system.
Expectations are high: this leaner Smart could not only lock up defensively but also improve his two‑way effectiveness alongside Luka Doncic. While health and shooting consistency remain concerns—he averaged just 20 minutes per game last season—many think this revamped version could thrive in L.A.
All in all, Lakers fans are looking forward to seeing a more conditioned, offensively fitter Marcus Smart bolstering their defensive intensity next seas
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