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March 23, 2026
Out for Monday
Smart (ankle) is out for Monday's game versus Detroit.
Analysis
Smart was unable to clear his questionable tag for this contest due to ankle soreness. For now, fantasy managers can consider him questionable for Wednesday in Indiana. With Smart sidelined, Luke Kennard could see more reps.
March 22, 2026
Iffy for Monday
Smart is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons due to right ankle soreness.
Analysis
Smart is in danger of missing just his second game since Feb. 12. If the veteran guard is ultimately ruled out, Luke Kennard and Jake LaRavia would be candidates to see increased playing time. Smart has appeared in five straight games, averaging 10.4 points, 2.4 assists and 2.0 steals across 32.8 minutes per contest during that span.
March 21, 2026
Checks back in
Smart (groin) has returned to Saturday's game against the Magic, Khobi Price of The California Post reports.
Analysis
Smart departed the contest in the second quarter and went back to the locker room after sustaining an apparent groin injury. However, he's been cleared to return and has checked back into the contest.
March 21, 2026
Heads to locker room
Smart subbed out of Saturday's game against Orlando with 9:11 left in the second quarter and went back to the locker room, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Smart looked to be grabbing at his groin area while exiting the contest. While he's sidelined, Rui Hachimura and Jake LaRavia could see more playing time.
March 20, 2026
Gets to the line in win
Smart recorded 13 points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 134-126 victory over the Heat.
Analysis
Smart struggled to find his rhythm from the floor Thursday, but he salvaged his scoring line by aggressive play that led to nine free-throw attempts. The veteran guard has provided steady peripheral stats since returning from a one-game absence due to a hip injury, averaging 2.8 assists and 2.3 steals over his last three outings. While he remains a distant sixth option in the Lakers' scoring hierarchy, Smart's defensive contributions and ability to chip in across multiple categories keep him relevant in deeper fantasy formats.
March 17, 2026
Tepid line in victory
Smart registered 11 points (4-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt) and one assist across 36 minutes during Monday's 100-92 victory over the Rockets.
Analysis
Although Smart produced a mediocre line, he converted beyond the arc during some key moments where momentum was beginning to turn Houston's way. Smart's production is muted because the top three scoring options on the squad are locked up. If it doesn't improve, his 57-game average of 9.6 points would mark only the second time in his career that he's failed to average 10 or more points.