12.28.2008

Joe Smith on Denver's Radar

Denver needs a backup big man for the playoffs, and Smith can do it all--score, rebound and defend--while enhancing any locker room's chemistry. Oklahoma City would pick up its third first-rounder in June and save $1.6 million this season. Even if this particular deal doesn't go down, look for the Nuggets to drive all kinds of rumors as a contender eager to swap future assets for a title shot now.

Sports Illustrated

If New Jersey does the expected and declines to match a Thunder offer sheet on center Nenad Krstic, many believe Oklahoma City will deal one of its excess big men. With Chris Wilcox, Nick Collison and Joe Smith among those possibly available, the Nuggets have had talks with the Thunder.

Rocky Mountain News

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