Marcus Smart Shared Trade to Grizzlies Came as 'Shock,' But No Bad Blood With Celtics

Marcus Smart was sleeping when he found out through social media he had been traded from the Boston Celtics to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Smart expressed shock at the lack of courtesy in how he learned of the trade but understands the NBA is a business.
Smart holds no ill will toward the Celtics organization, team, or fans and is excited to join the Grizzlies.
Smart denied rumors of tension with former teammate Jaylen Brown and said they remain close friends.
Smart will help stabilize the Grizzlies as Ja Morant serves a suspension.