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Marcus Smart Credits Defense, Past Motivation for Rockets' Win Over Celtics

Marcus Smart Credits Defense, Past Motivation for Rockets' Win Over Celtics
World Sports · 18:21:41 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Marcus Smart highlighted the role of defense and personal motivation in the Houston Rockets' victory over the Boston Celtics on November 3, 2026. Smart, speaking after the game, pointed to the team's defensive effort and the emotional factor of facing his former team as key drivers. The story was reported by Justin Quinn for Celtics Wire.

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