Your (Pacific Time Zone) Morning Dump... Where it's time to end the Marcus Smart B.S.

Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big story line. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump.

It’s a lonely place for restricted free agents when you see your unrestricted brethren sign contracts. The Celtics can play hardball because they don’t have to sign Smart right now because it’s only July. They have plenty of time.

It’s not exactly a philosophy players appreciate, especially those who want to return but want their contract status rectified. Smart’s mother, Camellia, is dealing with cancer, so his contract situation has taken a back seat, but there’s no question that an extension and security would offer peace of…