Marcus Smart

Marcus Smart is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was born on March 6, 1994 in Flower Mound, Texas and attended Marcus High School in his hometown. After a successful high school career where he won multiple accolades and awards, he declared himself eligible for the 2014 NBA draft and was selected sixth overall by the Celtics.

As a rookie with the Celtics, Smart immediately stepped into a key role as one of their main defensive contributors. His first season saw him average 7.8 points per game while providing excellent perimeter defense that earned him All-Rookie Second Team honors at end of season. But it was during his second year when Smart truly established himself as one of the best young defenders in the league when he finished third in total steals (1.8 per game) which earned him an All-Defensive Second Team selection at only 21 years old! This marked just beginning for what would become very strong defensive reputation throughout his career with Celtics that has seen him win multiple team Defensive Player Of The Year Awards over past few years due to consistent excellence on that side of floor from guard position; something very rare to see from any player let alone someone playing such vital role within team’s offense too!

Smart’s time with Boston has not been without controversy however as there have been numerous occasions where he has drawn attention off court due to some heated exchanges between himself and other players or officials during games; most notably altercation between himself & Houston Rockets star James Harden back 2017 resulting suspension being issued later on following review by league office! Despite these occasional issues though, Marcus remains highly regarded amongst colleagues around league thanks mainly combination hard-nosed attitude/style paired up against relentless effort put forth every night out there floor which makes it tough anyone argue against how incredibly valuable piece franchise going forward long term basis…

At 26 years old now entering 2021-22 season ahead full health after missing significant chunk last year due injury concerns should provide plenty optimism fans alike heading into next campaign knowing they’ll likely get see prolifically versatile combo guard be featured each night midst all action again soon enough coming months come around! With combination trademark likeability factor combined unmatched work ethic/determination displayed consistently since arriving scene almost seven ago now – Marcus Smart will continue prove why worth trust look forward seeing what else capable providing each time steps onto court play along side guys don green white once again this upcoming year (and beyond)!