The Cleveland Cavaliers have expressed curiosity in buying restricted free agent P.J. Washington, per Chris Fedor of Cleveland Plain Dealer.
But amid this intent, there haven’t been any substantial trade or significant discussions of a trade occurring yet between the Cavs and the Charlotte Hornets.
“Cleveland has expressed interest in acquiring Washington, and there’s a belief it is lurking, there haven’t been any extensive, detailed or meaningful trade discussions with Charlotte at this point.”
Washington stays caught at this yr’s market. As Fedor identified, the massive man is in search of a brand new contract that may give him an annual $20MM wage – a need that the Hornets are hesitant to fetch.
The 24-year-old is coming off a strong yr averaging 15.7 factors, 4.9 boards and 44.4 % capturing from the sector. These numbers are quietly spectacular, however it could be a particular overpay if matched up by a deal with a $20MM yearly pay.
With many of the workforce’s wage cap already crammed by earlier signings this offseason, Washington can certainly solely hope for a sign-and-trade pact to satisfy his new contract needs.
Cleveland already handle to execute a sign-and-trade deal this summer season starring Max Strus, inking the swingman to a four-year contract price $63MM.
