disabled player exception
![](https://a.espncdn.com/media/motion/2014/1223/dm_141223_nba_best_fit_josh_smith/dm_141223_nba_best_fit_josh_smith.jpg?w=660&r=16%3A9)
Heat maneuvering for Josh Smith
The Heat have formally applied to the league office for a Disabled Player Exception in the wake of Josh McRoberts' season-ending knee injury in a move they hope will help them land free agent Josh Smith, according to league sources.