 After 34 games with Milwaukee in 1975-76, Smith was traded on January 13, 1977 with Gary Brokaw to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Rowland Garrett, a 1977 1st round draft pick (Ernie Grunfeld was later selected) and a 1978 1st round draft pick (George Johnson was later selected).In 1976-77, Smith averaged 12.5 points, 8.4 rebounds and 2.2 blocks for the 43-39 Cavaliers under Coach Bill Fitch.Smith was plagued by a knee injury, that required surgery, and played in only 24 games for Cleveland in 1977-78, the last of his career.