Miami gets:
Omer Asik
Houston gets:
Shane Battier
Joel Anthony
James Jones
Future 1st round pick
To me, this is simple. Chicago and Indiana consistently expose Miami's need for better rebounding and rim protection. Omer Asik only does two things well: rebound and protect the rim.
For Houston, they get back Battier, who they loved when he was there, and a very good shooter in James Jones. Both of these guys are on one-year deals, so if neither work out, you can get cap relieve in return after the season. Daryl Morey probably won't want to take back Joel Anthony in the trade, but Anthony makes the salaries work and as a backup for Dwight, he's not that bad if you're only planning on playing him 8-10 minutes a night.
In general, Houston is giving up more talent, so I believe Miami will have to give up a first rounder in return. If I'm Morey, I try to get the first rounder be a 2016 or 2017 first rounder. You never know if Miami will even be any good by then.
So, to sum up, you're welcome Mr Morey and Mr Riley.
Oh, and here's a picture of me with Daryl Morey in 2010 at Dork-a-palooza!
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