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Marcus Smart Praises Deandre Ayton for Seeking Guidance During Camp

Smart said nearly every player had approached him during preseason to “pick my brain,” but said Ayton stood out. “He’s been really good, talking to me, getting frustrated when he doesn’t understand something,” Smart said. “He’s coming to me like, ‘Hey, what do I need to do?’ I’m proud of him. He’s ready to put the work in.”