Smart Picks Up Game, Teammates in Utah Opener

By Marc D'Amico | @Marc_DAmico

Celtics.com

July 7, 2015

SALT LAKE CITY – Marcus Smart was playing in the Playoffs two months ago. Now he’s a part of Boston’s summer league team in Utah, where he began showing off his improvements and renowned physicality Monday night.

Smart and the Celtics opened up their summer league slate on Monday at EnergySolutions Arena against the hometown Jazz. Although they fell 100-82, Smart was undoubtedly one of the standouts of the night.

The point guard poured in game highs of 26 points and eight assists while logging nearly 30 minutes of playing time. Those totals were more than most would have expected, but the fashion with which they were tallied was even more…