The Grizzlies announced Friday that Smart (finger) is progressing well in his rehabilitation and is now considered week-to-week.
Smart is recovering from a partial tear of the proximal extensor hood of his right index finger, an injury he sustained Dec. 21 against Atlanta. On the bright side, the veteran guard is progressing toward a return to game action, though the week-to-week designation suggests that he may require a bit more of a ramp-up process. Smart is averaging 9.2 points, 3.8 assists, 2.3 rebounds, 1.6 three-pointers and 1.3 steals in 21.2 minutes per game over 18 appearances thus far.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Out at least two more weeks
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The Grizzlies announced Saturday that Smart has been diagnosed with a partial tear of the proximal extensor hood of his right index finger and will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Smart suffered the injury in a Dec. 21 win over the Hawks, and further testing revealed a more serious issue than initially anticipated. Given that the two-week period merely marks a re-evaluation date, Smart could require some ramp-up time beyond that, meaning that a mid-January return to game action could represent a best-case scenario for the veteran guard. Smart's absence should open up more minutes on the second unit for Jaylen Wells and Luke Kennard.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Won't play Friday
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Smart (finger) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pelicans.
Smart remains on the mend as he deals with an injury to his right index finger, marking the third straight game he will miss since injuring the finger against the Hawks last weekend. With Smart out again Friday, other players in the backcourt could get more minutes, like Scotty Pippen, Luke Kennard and standout rookieJaylen Wells.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Won't play Thursday
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Smart (finger) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Smart will miss a second straight game due to a right index finger injury he suffered during Saturday's game against the Hawks. In his absence, Scotty Pippen, Luke Kennard and Jaylen Wells are candidates for a couple of extra minutes against Toronto.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Won't play Monday
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Smart (finger) is out for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Smart suffered a left index finger injury during Saturday's game against the Hawks that will hold him out of Monday's contest. Scotty Pippen could see some extra run in Smart's absence.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Suffers finger injury
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Smart didn't play in the second half of Saturday's 128-112 win over the Hawks due to a left index finger injury. He finished with nine points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two assists and one steal in nine minutes.
Smart was pulled from the contest with nine minutes left in the second quarter and was listed as doubtful to return, but he ultimately didn't check back into the game. Specifics regarding the extent of the injury aren't known at this time, but Smart's next chance to play will come against the Clippers on Monday.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Gets green light
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Smart (shoulder) is available for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Smart missed the Grizzlies' most recent game due to soreness in his left shoulder, but he'll be back in action against Atlanta. Smart will have a chance to enter the starting lineup and receive 30-plus minutes Saturday due to the absence of Ja Morant (back). Even if he comes off the bench, Smart should be heavily involved against the Hawks.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Questionable to play Saturday
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Smart (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Smart was sidelined for Thursday's game against the Warriors due to left shoulder soreness. If he's unable to play Saturday, Scotty Pippen and Luke Kennard would be in line to see increased playing time off the Grizzlies' bench.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Officially out
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Smart (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Warriors.
Smart was added to the injury report as doubtful with a left shoulder issue, so this news isn't unexpected. Look for Scotty Pippen to see more opportunities Thursday in Smart's place.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Doubtful due to shoulder issue
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Smart is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Warriors due to left shoulder soreness.
Smart has played in each of the Grizzlies' last 10 games despite dealing with ankle and knee problems over the last few days. This shoulder issue is a new one, though, and the doubtful tag suggests Smart could very well end up being ruled out to face Golden State. If that's the case, Luke Kennard, Jake LaRavia and John Konchar would all be candidates to see more minutes off the bench.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Available Sunday
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Smart (knee) will play during Sunday's game against the Lakers.
Smart came into Sunday's game with left knee soreness, but he will be able to play through it. Smart has produced underwhelming numbers of late, averaging 7.8 points, 3.4 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 22.8 minutes per game over his last five appearances.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Questionable for Sunday
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Smart is questionable for Sunday's game against the Lakers due to left knee soreness.
Smart logged 23 minutes in the 135-119 win over the Nets on Friday, but his status is uncertain for Sunday due to this injury. Smart has suited up in nine games in a row, however, so he might have a decent chance at keeping that streak alive. He's averaging 10.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.7 steals per game in that nine-game span.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Not starting Friday
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Smart is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Nets.
The Grizzlies will have Ja Morant (back) and Desmond Bane (toe) back for this matchup against Brooklyn, so Smart will head back to the bench. The veteran is averaging 11.4 points, 5.1 assists and 2.7 rebounds per game when deployed off the bench this season.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Gets starting nod Sunday
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Smart will enter the starting lineup in Sunday's game against the Wizards.
With Ja Morant (back) and Desmond Bane (toe) both sidelined, Smart will enter the starting five for the sixth time this season. In five starts, the veteran guard has averaged 5.6 points, 2.8 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 1.2 steals across 19.6 minutes per contest.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Playing vs. Boston
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Smart (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Celtics, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.
Smart was initially listed as questionable to play Saturday due to a right ankle sprain. However, he's done enough to suit up and will play in Boston for the first time since being traded by the Celtics in June of 2023 in a package centered around Smart and Kristaps Porzingis. Smart has averaged 14.0 points, 5.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 2.2 steals over 24.0 minutes per game over his last five outings.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Expects to play vs. Celtics
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Smart (ankle) believes he'll play Saturday night against Boston, Bobby Manning of Celtics on CLNS reports.
Smart was spotted participating in morning shootaround, per Marlee Wierda of 7News Boston WHDH, so he appears to be trending in the right direction. The team should have a final verdict on his availability closer to tipoff.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Questionable to play Saturday
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Smart (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Celtics.
Smart likely sprained his right ankle during Thursday's 115-110 win over the Kings, and he is now questionable to play Saturday against the team that selected him with the No. 6 pick of the 2014 NBA Draft. Smart has scored in double digits in four of his last five games, and over that span he has averaged 14.0 points, 5.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 2.2 steals over 24.0 minutes per contest. If Smart cannot play Saturday, then Scotty Pippen and Jake LaRavia would be in line to see an uptick in playing time off the Grizzlies' bench.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Heading to locker room
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Smart exited during the third quarter of Thursday's game against the Kings due to an undisclosed injury, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Smart appeared to be in significant pain as he walked off the court with five minutes to go in the third quarter and went directly to the locker room. Scotty Pippen and Jake LaRavia could pick up a few extra minutes if Smart can't return.
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Grizzlies' Marcus Smart: Returns to action
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Smart (undisclosed) has returned to Thursday's game against the Kings, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Smart's stay in the locker room was brief, as he was quickly spotted back on the bench and checked back in shortly after. He should be available as needed during the final quarter of play.
