Qyntel Woods, who was suspended for his alleged involvement in dog fighting, is a talented young player that the Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers appear willing to take a chance on him.

Trail Blazers General Manager John Nash told The Oregonian that the Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers have contacted him, but nothing is imminent.

It is thought that a Miami deal for Woods, a 2002 first-rounder who is set to make $1.172 million, would include center Wang Zhi-Zhi or power forward Jerome Beasley.

Heat GM Randy Pfund wouldn't confirm the report. Asked about the dog-fighting allegations, Pfund said: "I know it, but I haven't done any research on that. We're only at the point in talking to them about some interest in some of their guys, but I haven't done any added investigation into the world of dog fighting."