While other teams like the Suns and Bucks reportedly pursued Smart as a free agent, turns out, Luka Doncic helped recruit Smart to Los Angeles. Per ESPN’s Shams Charania, Doncic "reached out to Smart and made it clear that he wanted to play with the two-way stalwart."

"As for the Celtics, they are in a gap year with Jayson Tatum out for the season and them moving on from most of their championship core. However, upgrading by getting a center should help them stay competitive and secure a top-four seed in the Eastern Conference.

Now working as a broadcaster, Perk has made a name for himself in the NBA media with his tendency to lean into hot takes critical of his former team.

Adam Silver's first and second aprons have made it almost impossible for teams to retain their veteran players once they reach a certain earning stage.

Celtics NBA Champion Signs With New Team originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Former Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart has agreed to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards and will sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to ESPN.

Following his ejection, the forward apologized to Celtics GM Brad Stevens for getting tossed.

The Boston Celtics will wrap up their Summer League schedule with a tough test on Sunday in Las Vegas. The NBA announced that Boston will take on the undefeated Hawks (4-0) in their final game of the summer at Thomas and Mack Center at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU and NBC Sports Boston.