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Boston Celtics: Marcus Smart opts out of playing for Team USA

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 01: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics handles the ball during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on January 01, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

With the 2021 Tokyo Summer Olympics right around the corner, invites are being sent out to NBA players to begin building Team USA. One player that was invited, but declined, is Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart.