History of Marcus Smart in Timeline

Marcus Smart is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Washington Wizards in the NBA. Known for his defensive prowess and versatility, he played college basketball for the Oklahoma State Cowboys before being drafted into the NBA. Smart established himself as a key player known for his toughness, playmaking, and leadership qualities. He is considered a valuable asset on both ends of the court.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 6, 1994: Marcus Smart Born

On March 6, 1994, Marcus Osmond Smart was born.

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2012: Team USA U18 Record

In 2012, Marcus Smart set a new Team USA U18 record for steals, grabbing 18 during the FIBA Americas U18 Championships in Brazil.

April 17, 2013: Smart Returns to OSU

On April 17, 2013, Marcus Smart announced that he would return to Oklahoma State for his sophomore season, forgoing the NBA draft.

November 19, 2013: Tied OSU Single Game Scoring Record

On November 19, 2013, Marcus Smart tied an Oklahoma State University single game scoring record with 39 points.

February 8, 2014: Smart Shoves Fan During Game

On February 8, 2014, during a game at Texas Tech, Marcus Smart shoved a fan after a verbal altercation and received a technical foul, later being suspended for three games.

April 7, 2014: Smart Declares for NBA Draft

On April 7, 2014, Marcus Smart declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his final two years of college eligibility.

June 26, 2014: Smart Drafted by Celtics

On June 26, 2014, Marcus Smart was selected with the sixth overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft by the Boston Celtics.

2014: First to Record 20-10-5-5 in NCAA Tournament

In the first game of the 2014 NCAA tournament, Marcus Smart became the first player in tournament history to record 20 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, and 5 steals.

March 18, 2015: Smart Scores Season High 25 Points

On March 18, 2015, Marcus Smart scored a season-high 25 points in a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

July 16, 2015: Smart Dislocates Fingers

On July 16, 2015, while playing for the Celtics at the 2015 Las Vegas Summer League, Marcus Smart dislocated two fingers on his right hand.

January 15, 2016: Smart Records First Triple-Double

On January 15, 2016, Marcus Smart recorded his first career triple-double with 10 points, 11 assists, and 11 rebounds in a game against the Phoenix Suns.

November 9, 2016: Smart Scores Season High 20 Points

On November 9, 2016, Marcus Smart scored a then season-high 20 points in a loss to the Washington Wizards.

January 7, 2017: Smart Scores Season High 22 Points

On January 7, 2017, Marcus Smart scored a season-high 22 points in a victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.

November 27, 2017: Smart Scores Season High 23 Points

On November 27, 2017, Marcus Smart scored a season-high 23 points in a loss to the Detroit Pistons.

March 16, 2018: Smart Out with Torn Ligament

On March 16, 2018, Marcus Smart was ruled out for the rest of the regular season with a torn ligament in his right thumb.

June 29, 2018: Celtics Tender Qualifying Offer to Smart

On June 29, 2018, the Celtics tendered a qualifying offer to make Marcus Smart a restricted free agent.

September 16, 2018: Death of Camellia Smart

On September 16, 2018, Camellia Smart, Marcus Smart's mother, passed away from myelodysplastic syndrome.

January 18, 2020: Smart Drops Career High 37 Points

On January 18, 2020, Marcus Smart scored a career-high 37 points in a loss to the Phoenix Suns.

March 29, 2020: Smart Cleared From COVID-19

On March 29, 2020, Marcus Smart was cleared from COVID-19.

April 28, 2021: Smart Suspended

On April 28, 2021, Marcus Smart was suspended for one game without pay for directing threatening language towards a game official.

August 16, 2021: Smart Re-Signs with Celtics

On August 16, 2021, the Celtics re-signed Marcus Smart to a four-year, $77 million contract extension.

October 14, 2021: Smart Suspended for Missing Team Flight

On October 14, 2021, Marcus Smart was suspended for the team's final preseason game for missing a team flight to Florida.

February 2022: Smart Longest-Tenured Celtic

As of February 2022, Marcus Smart was the longest-tenured member of the Celtics' team.

April 18, 2022: Smart Named Defensive Player of the Year

On April 18, 2022, Marcus Smart was named the 2021-22 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the first guard to win the award since Gary Payton in 1996.

May 19, 2022: Smart Records Playoff Career High Assists

On May 19, 2022, in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Marcus Smart recorded a playoff career-high 12 assists along with 24 points, nine rebounds, and three steals in a victory over the Miami Heat.