There are several reasons why the Los Angeles Lakers made a concerted effort to add Marcus Smart to the team this offseason. Smart brings a lot to the table, whether it is defense, intensity, leadership, or postseason experience. If he is going to truly succeed with the Lakers, there is one part of his game he needs to let go of, and that is the pull-up three.
Marcus Smart needs to ditch the pull-up three to thrive with the Lakers
It has been a lingering issue throughout his career. Smart takes that shot often, but rarely with success.