Marcus Smart, now with the Washington Wizards, expressed mixed feelings about not playing in a game against his former team, the Boston Celtics. Although he was active, he appreciated the fans' support and reminisced about his time with Boston. The Celtics won decisively even without Jayson Tatum, while the Wizards remain focused on evaluating their young roster amidst their struggle for a better draft position. The game served as a poignant reminder of Smart's past, especially under the embrace of enthusiastic fans chanting for him.
You always want to play, but at the same time, it was good to just take all the love in and not have to be out there focused on the game, too.
The fans have always shown love, and it definitely brings back memories. I know my wife was over there trying not to cry.
Even without star Jayson Tatum, the Celtics had no trouble with the Wizards, which led by 16 after the first quarter.
Late in a rebuilding season, the Wizards want to continue evaluating their young guards, as their record has implications for the draft lottery.
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