Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (knee) is unlikely to return for Saturday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. He ran into Zach Collins on a screen and suffered a left knee contusion. After the play, Smart was assisted by the trainers to the locker room. Malcolm Brogdon would see a boost in playing time, assuming Smart is forced to miss time. He's worth watching on the waiver wire, while Payton Pritchard would likely also see more minutes. However, Pritchard is more of a deep league option.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (hip) is listed as probable for Sunday's Christmas clash with Milwaukee. He's been having trouble with left hip Inflammation, but it's not a serious issue and Smart should be good to go. The 28-year-old has struggled with his shot this month, but Smart always finds ways to make himself useful on the court and plays big minutes on a nightly basis, which helps him to fill the box score. He had a great time against the Bucks last season, averaging 17.3 points per game across four outings with 3.5 rebounds, 7.8 assists and 1.5 steals.

Boston Celtics point guard Marcus Smart (illness) has been deemed probable to play in Friday's contest vs. Minnesota after a one-game absence due to an illness. Payton Pritchard stepped into the starting five Wednesday but still saw just limited minutes and now figures to return to his traditional second unit role. Smart has averaged 12.4 points for the second consecutive month, while his 7.3 assists per outing this season are on track to set a new career high. He figures to have a favorable matchup against the Timberwolves, who are yielding the third-most DFS points per game to opposing point guards in 2022-23, per DraftKings' scoring.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers. It's not COVID, so even if he sits this one out, he will probably be good to go on Friday versus Minnesota. In the meantime, fantasy managers should expect Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon to get additional minutes if Smart isn't available, giving both upside in deeper formats.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (illness) has received the questionable tag for their game against the Orlando Magic on Friday night. Smart is currently dealing with a non-COVID illness that hopefully isn't too serious to keep him out of the game. The 28-year-old was able to play a full 42 minutes in their game a few days ago against the Los Angeles Lakers. Fantasy managers should stay tuned in case there are any more updates leading up to game time. If he can't suit up, Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon will take over those vacated point guard minutes.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (hip) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He sat out of Sunday's contest due to a left hip contusion. However, it appears Smart is feeling good enough to suit up for this game. He should return to the starting five, which means Derrick White is likely to lose value now. Although, Malcolm Brogdon (illness) is questionable for this game, so possibly White continue to see significant minutes if he sits out. Regardless, fantasy managers can get Smart back in their lineups for Monday.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart thoroughly enjoyed picking apart the Hornets Monday, delivering a career-high 15 assists while scoring 22 points in a huge 140-105 win. He shot 8-for-11 from the field, with Smart's only misses coming during his nine three-point attempts. He was of course a busy man on the defensive end as well, picking up two steals in 31 minutes. Smart has been averaging a career-high 7.5 assists this season, so he has improved his playmaking and Monday's performance will have been very pleasing for him. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year now has five games with 10-plus assists for the year and all of them have come this month.

Boston Celtics point guard Marcus Smart (ankle) will be sidelined for Friday's contest vs. New Orleans due to right ankle inflammation. Smart's absence marks his second in a row, paving the way for Derrick White to continue seeing sizable minutes, even as Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) is slated to return to action. While Smart has scuffled from long range thus far in 2022-23 (29.2%), he has dished out double-digit assists in four of his last six appearances and is on track to set a new career best with 7.1 dimes per game. His next chance to take the floor comes Monday at the Bulls.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) won't be in the lineup Wednesday versus Atlanta. The defensive specialist was first considered probable for the contest, but he sadly isn't healthy enough to play due to inflammation in his right ankle. With Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) also remaining out, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard are set to grab most of the minutes left available by Smart's absence. White has just enjoyed one of his best games of the season with a 16-points performance against OKC and should be raring to go again Wednesday. Pritchard has also done well in recent outings, although with him, you really know what you are going to get.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart played a key role in Monday's 126-122 win over OKC, leading a comeback charge with 20 second-half points. He finished with 22 points in total and bagged five rebounds and eight assists with one block and three turnovers in 29 minutes. Smart shot 8-for-12 from the field, including 1-for-2 from three-point range, and 5-for-6 at the line. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year has been focusing on playmaking lately, having gone for 10-plus assists four times in six games, but Boston needed to get some extra offense Monday night to erase a seven-point halftime deficit and Smart was able to provide it. He is averaging 11.4 points, 3.2 rebounds and 7.1 assists for the season with 1.1 steals. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect another offensive outburst from Smart soon, but he is always good for a nice amount of peripheral stats.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) indicated he's feeling better but still recovering from the ankle injury he dealt with during the postseason. The 28-year-old averaged 12.1 points, 5.9 assists, and 3.8 rebounds last season across 71 games. He also averaged 1.7 steals while being named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Nevertheless, Smart is capable of producing for fantasy managers. However, he hasn't been the healthiest throughout his career, something to consider during fantasy drafts heading into October.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart could be the key component to a trade that would send Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets to Boston. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski stated that the two teams have been discussing a Durant trade lately that would be based around Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and draft picks. However, the Nets have been asking for the Celtics to also include Smart and the Celtics appear to be unwilling to do so. The Celtics' willingness to deal Brown makes them one of the frontrunners to land Durant at this point, but the two sides still appear to be a ways away from landing a deal.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals versus Golden State, suggesting he's good to go for Thursday night. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year missed a few outings during the Eastern Conference Finals due to a sprained ankle. Yet, he managed to log at least 40 minutes in each of his previous two contests, although he severely struggled shooting the ball. Nonetheless, the added days of rest may have done Smart some good, so he's worth a look from DFS managers.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is good to go for the NBA Finals versus the Warriors, according to head coach Ime Udoka. The 28-year-old missed time during the Eastern Conference Finals because of a sprained right ankle, playing five games and averaging 16.6 points, 6.2 boards, 6.2 assists, and 1.2 steals. However, he struggled finding his groove, shooting just 34.8% from the field and a horrendous 28.2% from deep. Nonetheless, while Smart logged at least 40 minutes in each of his previous two games, it's hard to tell whether Idoka is being truthful regarding his condition. As a result, DFS managers should tread carefully before inserting the reigning Defensive Player of the Year into any lineup.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is available for Sunday's Eastern Conference Finals finale against the Miami Heat. Smart has a sprained right ankle. However, he logged 40 minutes of work on Friday night in Game 6, so he should be good for a full workload in Game 7. While Smart has recently struggled on the scoring end, he shouldn't be dismissed from DFS consideration.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is questionable ahead of Sunday's Eastern Conference Finals finale against Miami. Smart has been a continuous presence on the injury report since spraining his right ankle. He didn't play in Game 4. However, after logging only 23 minutes of action in Game 5, the Defensive Player of the Year received 40 minutes on Friday, finishing with 14 points on a rough 4-for-15 shooting from the field (1-for-9 from deep). Nonetheless, it's more than likely Smart will be on the floor for Game 7, especially with a trip to the NBA Finals on the line. Yet, if he doesn't suit up, Derrick White should continue to benefit.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is available for Friday's playoff showdown with the Miami Heat. The Defensive Player of the Year didn't play in Game 4 because of a sprained ankle but managed to suit on Wednesday. However, Smart was obviously still bothered by the ailment, mainly since he logged only 24 minutes and scored just five points on 1-for-5 shooting from the field. It's doubtful the 28-year-old has progressed much from a health standpoint since Game 5, so Derrick White, who had 14 points in that one, remains in play for DFS managers.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's Game 6 against the Miami Heat. Smart was unable to play in Game 4, but did suit up during Wednesday's contest. He played 24 minutes during the Game 5 win over the Heat. Derrick White would likely be asked to take over for Smart, assuming he's unable to play. He could be an interesting streaming option, but fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday for more information.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) managed to shed a questionable tag and suit up for Wednesday's playoff meeting against Miami. However, the 28-year-old struggled, finishing with only five points throughout 24 minutes of work. After missing Game 4 on Monday due to a sprained left ankle, Smart did all he could to help his team move one game closer to the NBA Finals. The Defensive Player of the Year will likely be on the injury report ahead of Game 6 on Friday, but he'll probably continue to be limited if he plays. As a result, Derrick White, who had 14 points in Game 5, should continue to see an increase in attention from DFS managers.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is uncertain for Wednesday's playoff showdown versus Miami. The Defensive Player of the Year injured his right ankle during Game 3, forcing him to miss the C's most recent outing on Monday night. Derrick White filled in for Smart in that one, and he ended with 13 points, eight rebounds, six assists, three steals, and a block. If Smart is out again for Game 5, White will probably continue to get more minutes, although his DFS rostering cost will surely be higher.