Let's say that the Cavs can't land Jefferson, Carter, Camby, Jamison, or anybody else. Would they do this deal:
Cleveland trades: Wally Sczerbiak ($13,775,000) + $3 million
Oklahoma City trades: Joe Smith ($4,795,000) + Wilcox ($6,750,000)
The difference between Wally and Smith + Wilcox is $2.23 million. The $3 million cash from Cleveland would make up that difference, and put around $750,000 in OKC's pocket. Would the Cavs do this? It serves the dual purposes of bolstering Cleveland's front court while also weakening the Celtics.