Asked if Orlando was one of those clubs that had reached out to [Antonio] McDyess’ agent, Magic General Manager Otis Smith quickly shrugged off the possibility, indirectly citing how any such trade or deal set up to accommodate what’s left on his contract would rub up against the luxury tax.

"It’s just that everybody sees a shiny new toy out there and they don’t want somebody else to play with it," Smith said. "It’s a tough proposition because it’s not like he’s going to instantly give you 15 wins.

"Of those 20 teams that say they’re interested, I guarantee it’s only about three that really after him…So put me on the list as number 21, sure."