Rockets Target Marcus Smart | NBA News

Houston’s free agency gamble just got wild: Fred VanVleet’s return comes with ACL doubts, but the real shocker? Marcus Smart, ex-Laker and Defensive Player of the Year, is heading to Houston to reunite with coach Ime Udoka. Smart’s gritty defense, playoff heat against the Rockets last year, and 13 years of NBA experience make him a perfect fit for Udoka’s system — even if his shooting’s inconsistent. With the mid-level exception still open, this move signals a defensive-first rebuild, turning the Rockets’ bench into a tougher, more experienced unit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/714727b0fb3cb96f