3 Takeaways from the Boston Celtics 122-116 win over the Memphis Grizzlies

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 18: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket past Mike Conley #11 of the Memphis Grizzlies during a game at TD Garden on January 18, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) /

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BOSTON, MA – JANUARY 18: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics reacts as Omri Casspi #18 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on during a game at TD Garden on January 18, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) /

Marcus Smart, the three-point shooter?

Smart has been having a career year from behind the three point line and he continued his hot shooting against the Grizzlies. Smart had 20 points, hitting 6-8 from three to go along with six rebounds and three assists. Smart is shooting 35.6 percent from distance this season, which is easily the best mark of his career.

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Celtics fans always wondered what Smart’s ceiling would be with a consistent three point stroke. So far this season, you’re looking at a player who Coach Stevens can’t seem to take off the floor. If the hot streak continues, it just further adds to this team’s outrageously high ceiling we’re all hoping they can reach come June.

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