Ben DuBose examines why forward Josh Smith appears likely to sign with the Houston Rockets once he passes through waivers on Wednesday evening.
LOS ANGELES, CA – DECEMBER 15: Josh Smith #6 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball against the Los Angeles Clippers during the game on December 15, 2014 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks never had any interest in Josh Smith when he was a jumper-happy forward seeking a starting job and a high salary. But they'd love to have Smith as a bargain-priced bench player, in particular as a replacement for traded
LOS ANGELES, CA – DECEMBER 15: Josh Smith #6 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball against the Los Angeles Clippers during the game on December 15, 2014 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO
MIAMI, FL – DECEMBER 03: Josh Smith #6 of the Detroit Pistons reacts to a play during a game against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena on December 3, 2013 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly