Smith recalls NBA struggles after forced move from Timberwolves

Smith discussed the consequences he faced following the 2000 ruling by NBA Commissioner David Stern, which led to the Timberwolves being fined and stripped of several draft picks. He faced a choice of either sitting out a year to return to Minnesota or signing with another team for that season. Smith's reflections provide insight into the challenges players face amid league sanctions.

• 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — “I was basically forced to play somewhere else,” Smith …