Luka Doncic reportedly helped recruit Smart to the Lakers. In addition, a clip from "The Old Man & the Three" podcast has been unearthed where Lakers coach JJ Redick had some glowing things to say about the former Defensive Player of the Year. In the clip, which is from 2020, Redick said that Smart is the type of player he would want on his team.

Fortunately for Heat team president Pat Riley and the franchise's front office, recent updates from Forbes' Evan Sidery have indicated that the franchise is interested in an energetic defender with NBA Finals D.N.A., Gary Payton II.

Learn why the Lakers are optimistic about Marcus Smart's performance and how he's addressing past injury issues.