Recently, Lakers reporter Anthony Irwin mentioned Smart's injury problem when communicating with another Laker Jovan Buha on social media.

Irwin said: "Considering Smart's recent injury history, I'm nervous to think that the Lakers may reserve a lot of playing time for him. If he gets injured again, the team will be in trouble."

Since January 2024, hand injuries have been plaguing Smart, who has played with injuries.

Not long ago, Smart signed the Lakers for 11 million yuan in two years after completing a buyout with the Wizards. Last season, Smart played only 34 games in total, including 19 games for the Grizzlies, averaging 8.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.2 interruptions per game; he played for the Wizards in 15 games, averaging 9.3 points, 1.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.1 interruptions per game.