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Marcus Smart Traded to Wizards in Multi-Team NBA Deal

The Grizzlies send Smart and a 2025 first-round pick to Washington, acquiring Marvin Bagley III and Johnny Davis in return.

Sep 30, 2024; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (36) during media day at FedEx Forum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Memphis Grizzlies traded Marcus Smart and a 2025 first-round pick to the Washington Wizards in a multi-team deal ahead of the NBA trade deadline.
  • In return, Memphis acquired Marvin Bagley III and Johnny Davis, along with two second-round picks.
  • Marcus Smart, a former Defensive Player of the Year, has struggled with injuries during his two seasons with the Grizzlies, playing only 39 games.
  • The Wizards add Smart to their backcourt alongside Jordan Poole and Malcolm Brogdon, while Memphis gains frontcourt depth with Bagley joining Jaren Jackson Jr.
  • Both teams adjusted their rosters and salary cap situations, with Memphis creating more flexibility and Washington taking on Smart's contract, which has one year remaining.