Overview

• Marcus Smart returned to Boston for the first time as a Washington Wizards player but did not play as the team focuses on its young core and draft lottery plans.
• The TD Garden crowd celebrated Smart's nine-season legacy with the Celtics through chants, a tribute video, and overwhelming support.
• During the game, Smart was involved in a verbal altercation with a fan behind the Wizards' bench, leading to the fan's removal by security.
• Smart emphasized his intolerance for disrespect, stating the fan had 'crossed the line' and that he acted to de-escalate the situation.
• Despite the incident, Smart reflected on his deep bond with Boston, his former teammates, and the city that shaped his career and personal growth.