Now that we know Josh Smith will be in Atlanta for the rest of the season, the only question left is where he will end up this summer.
Smith was awfully close to becoming a member of the Milwaukee Bucks before the Hawks pulled out of three-way trade talks with the Orlando Magic and the Bucks. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Atlanta killed the deal just minutes before the deadline.
Would a Bucks jersey have been a good fit for Josh Smith?
Absolutely.
Think about who Milwaukee currently employs at the 3 and 4 positions. Guys like Ersan Ilyasova and Mike Dunleavy are subpar athletes incapable of scoring on the move. Considering how fast Brandon Jennings and Monta Ellis get up and down the floor, Smith's mobility would go hand in hand with what would surround him.
Milwaukee could still be a possibility for Smith this summer, and he'll certainly consider joining the Bucks, assuming the offer is on the table.
But what other potential suitors have the roster or makeup fitted for Smith's style of play?
The team that comes to mind is the Houston Rockets, who were reportedly interested in Smith at the deadline.
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