Free-agent swingman Steve Smith, 34, who was relegated to cheerleader during the Spurs' run to the title after leading the league in 3-point percentage the year before, is interested in rejoining the Heat, with whom he played from 1991-95.

"[GM] Randy [Pfund] called and said there's an interest," said Smith's agent, Charles Tucker. "First of all, he likes Pat because he makes him do what he's capable of doing. He plays three positions, which Pat likes, and he has a following down there."

The Nuggets, Hawks and Lakers apparently have expressed interest in Smith.