Video: Marcus Smart talks trade with Grizzlies and relationships with former teammates
Here's Marcus Smart's first interview following his trade from Boston which he called home for nine years to Memphis.
Talked with Marcus Smart today in Stoughton:
— gary washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) July 2, 2023
1) He was told week before the trade he was safe
2) Found out through his agent, not team.
3) Said he'll always love Boston & #Celtics organization
4) Adamant that he & Jaylen Brown have no issues. Talked with JB shortly after trade
Marcus Smart on #Celtics fans outrage to his trade:
— Celtics on CLNS (@CelticsCLNS) July 2, 2023
"It's definitely hard to say goodbye. I know talking to some of these fans. I definitely get emotional you know, they're coming up to me and they're bawling...Boston will always be in my heart I love Boston,"
📺Full Interview:… pic.twitter.com/1KvPjRJrpu
Marcus Smart on the #Celtics: “I love this team; I love this organization; I love the people, the fans, everybody, the support I’ve have always gotten for my nine years. I'm definitely going to miss it but I’m excited and energetic to start my new life with the #Grizzlies.”
— gary washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) July 2, 2023
Marcus Smart on conversation with Brad Stevens:
— Celtics on CLNS (@CelticsCLNS) July 3, 2023
"I'm sure there's a lot more that went into it that probably won't be said, can't be said, but it's all love and Brad knows that ... there's no hard feelings for me.
📺FULL Video: https://t.co/F1WnjzAQKw
⚡️by @FDSportsbook pic.twitter.com/0DCEJFsqQQ
Video: Top 36 plays of Marcus Smart's Celtics career https://t.co/lP8IcHmcmk
— TEAMBOSTON (@teamboston) June 30, 2023
12 days later how do you feel about the Celtics draft week dealing?
— CelticsLife.com (@celticslife) July 4, 2023
Boston trades: Marcus Smart, Mike Muscala, Danilo Gallinari, 2023 pick #35
Boston receives: Kristaps Porzingis, Jordan Walsh, 2024 GSW 1st round pick, 4 future 2nd round picks
