Flopping and drawing fouls is an important part of the game of basketball. It is not something that everyone can do. There are times and places for it to be done. Players need to possess special talent to understand when to flop so it looks legit. Marcus Smart talks about flopping defensively on an episode of The Old man & The Three.

Smart has always been a player who exaggerates contact. A skill like flopping can be a lethal weapon in the hands of a defensive player like Marcus. J.J Reddick asked Marcus about how he makes the decision of flopping. “When do you make that decision? Like, you know what? My flop here I’m gonna run into Pascal Siakam and jump seven feet that way”. Marcus explains that it is more of a matter of strategy.

Marcus reveals that it is all about taking advantage of the challenge rule that the NBA has introduced. If Marcus flops in a key play and a charging foul is granted in his favor, then the opponents are sure to challenge the call. However, if the call is not overturned, Marcus ends up with the possession, and the opponent team is down one challenge.

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Marcus Smart explains “So, in my mind, I’m thinking, if I can get the ref to call it in my favor. What is Toronto going to do? They’re going to challenge it, which means they’re going to use their challenge but they cannot have in the fourth quarter and we still have ours.”

The current season of Marcus Smart

Marcus Smart has an important presence on the court for the Boston Celtics. He contributes both offensively and defensively. This makes him a two-way threat. He is currently averaging 11.8 points, 4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.

He has been in the league for over 7 years now. Therefore, he has ample experience. Being a major defensive player, he also averages 1.9 steals and 0.3 blocks per game.

The Boston Celtics have a record of 33-25. They are number six in the Eastern Conference and are expected to make a playoff run. Marcus Smart has been a huge part of the Celtics climbing the ladder in the Eastern Conference. Moreover, the Celtics’ best bet is him against players like Kevin Durant.

The Celtics have won 9 out of their last 10 games. This team is slowly getting adjusted and coming into their playoff form.

What chances do you think the Celtics have in the playoffs this year? Let us know.

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