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Collin Sexton aims to learn from Marcus Smart as Lakers prepare for season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 12:02 PM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Collin Sexton aims to learn from Marcus Smart as Lakers prepare for season

Summary

Collin Sexton, recently signed by the Los Angeles Lakers to a two-year, $19 million deal, expresses his desire to emulate former Lakers guard Marcus Smart in defense. Sexton aims to improve his defensive plays, drawing inspiration from Smart's mindset. He also looks to Avery Bradley's impact on winning during his Lakers tenure. Despite concerns about Sexton's defensive abilities, his offensive skills could significantly boost a Lakers bench that struggled last season. The Lakers look to enhance their roster following LeBron James' departure.

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•Sexton signed a two-year, $19 million contract with the Lakers this summer.
•He aims to improve his defense by learning from Marcus Smart and Avery Bradley.
•Sexton has a career average of 18.3 points per game over eight seasons.
•Lakers' bench ranked 29th in points during the 2025-26 campaign.
•Smart had a significant impact on the Lakers during his time with the team.

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