NBA Lakers new player Smart said: Coach Redick let me be myself

On July 27, the NBA Lakers new defender Smart was interviewed by a reporter from the team and publicly talked about his communication with coach Redick: "

I understand the significance of coming to the Lakers. I had a careful and serious exchange with Doncic before. Coach Redick also told me that I can be my true self here and not have any psychological burden. He believes that I can continue to play aggressiveness and dominance like the Celtics back then. I must stand up and lead the Lakers' defensive system!"

"I think it is very important for a player to be recognized and respected by the head coach and teammates. I have always been questioned by the outside world in recent seasons, but now it is different. I have come to a competitive championship team. A strong team, there are a group of excellent teammates such as James, Doncic, Reeves, etc. I am eager to fight side by side with them, and I will bring infinite passion and energy to the Lakers! "

Smart, playing as a point guard, has been selected as the best defensive first team three times, and has won the honorary title of DPOY for the Best Defensive Player. He has played for the Celtics, Grizzlies, Trail Blazers, Wizards and other teams in his career. He played in a total of 635 games in the regular season, and averaged 10.6 points + 3.4 rebounds + 4.6 assists + 1.6 steals per game. He is a defender player who advocates defense. He has just reached a buyout with the Wizards, and has lost nearly 6.5 million US dollars for this. After spending the 48-hour clarification period, he chose to join the Lakers for two years and $11 million.