According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, prior to swingman Rodney Hood re-signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers, the two sides “explored several sign-and-trade options.” However, none materialized with Hood failing to receive a contract offer in the $10-12 million range.
Cavaliers and Hood explored several sign-and-trade options but Hood’s hopes of an offer sheet or Cavs deal in the $10M-$12M annual range never materialized. https://t.co/Xu9rR3ZKih
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) September 9, 2018
It’s not surprising that the two sides looked for sign-and-trade options given that Hood wanted more money than they were willing to offer, leading to Hood signing his qualifying offer to remain with the team.