Josh McRoberts probably is out for the year. So they're in need of a power forward. Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh are established stars. Erik Spoelstra has their trust along with LeBron James', so Smith has no room to complain. So the fit works in those ways.
We know that wasn't just a bluff because there have been consistent reports since the summer that Van Gundy turned down trade offers for Josh Smith that wouldn't have cost Detroit a draft pick, as was apparently the case of late. The Kings have been
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
Josh McRoberts probably is out for the year. So they're in need of a power forward. Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh are established stars. Erik Spoelstra has their trust along with LeBron James', so Smith has no room to complain. So the fit works in those ways.
I think Smith could be great as a backup big man who can guard multiple positions, but he'd have to be OK with sacrificing playing time because of the presence of Dirk Nowitzki and Tyson Chandler in the frontcourt. Owner Mark Cuban told reporters on