Marcus Smart's Emotional Departure from Celtics and Tribute to Fans.
TL;DR
Marcus Smart, who was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies from the Boston Celtics, sent a heartfelt goodbye message to the team and its fans. Smart thanked the fans for their support and said Boston is still "a very special place for me." He expressed pride in the team's accomplishments over the last nine seasons, despite not winning the 18th championship. Smart is looking forward to joining the Grizzlies and proving himself early in the season, especially with star Ja Morant out for the first 25 games.
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- Brad Stevens details excruciating Marcus Smart trade, and much more in exclusive sit down NBC Sports Boston
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- Celtics' Marcus Smart, 'heart and soul' of team, shares goodbye message to fans WCVB Boston
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