The Raptors aren’t shopping any of their core players but they’re willing to listen to any offers, Josh Lewenberg of TSN Sports writes.
Scottie Barnes remains the Raptors’ only untouchable, though a source told Lewenberg it would take a “king’s ransom” to trade either Pascal Siakam or OG Anunoby. The rotation player most likely to be moved is Gary Trent Jr., since he could become a free agent this summer and his next multi-year contract could top $100MM.
We have more from the Atlantic Division:
- Knicks forward Obi Toppin returned to action on Monday night after missing a month due to a leg injury. Jericho Sims was the odd man out of the rotation, as he never left the bench, Greg Joyce of the New York Post notes. Sims has appeared in 32 of the team’s 41 games this season. Toppin only played eight minutes.
- Even before knowing that Kevin Durant would be out for approximately a month, Nets forward Joe Harris said it would be a “massive blow” to the team if he missed significant time, Brian Lewis of the New York Post writes. “Obviously [it changes] a lot. He’s a focal point for us, offensively, defensively he’s been an elite rim protector this year. He guards the best players. [It would] be obviously a massive blow for us,” he said. “But at the same time, it presents opportunities for everybody else, and we have a lot of depth for reasons like this for everybody just to step up and collectively try and fill that void.”
- Sixers guard James Harden admitted to Yahoo Sports’ Vince Goodwill that he misses the days when he was counted on to be the primary scorer and posted huge stats, but indicated that winning a championship is his top priority. “I would love that, but not as much — if that makes sense,” Harden said. “In Houston, I was doing that every single night. It was expected. It’s a lot of times I feel like I can have that same impact on games. But you see the bigger picture. I’m just focused on one thing, man. That’s all that matters.”
It’s sad that Meyers Leonard can’t get back into the league. A lot of teams could use him. It’s clear he’s being blackballed.
I agree. He should be on a roster
Nothing’s clear. He may not be able to even get on the court after potential career ending ankle surgery. He needed rehab then needs prove he can even play before anyone’s going to pay him or use a roster spot.
He’s never taken a contract overseas or with the League. It isn’t like the dude is really showing he wants to play. Here is a link from last year where he says he is getting healthy and NBA teams were reaching out to him. link to si.com
He has made 60M over his career, he might be just chilling.
This was always the risk with Durant. Absolutely top 5 player in game but for any team wavering in the offseason to go that extra extra to acquire him, injuries were always a part of his profile at his age.
Harden should just concentrate on winning. Getting in real shape.
Harden is at 11 ast, 22 pts a gm. That’s his (ast) best ever. He’s tops in the league. But has only played 24 gms. 10 or more ast. Is what Philly needs most. Harden when he is on. Can get you 25. Still a long way to go.
Knicks should target Raptors and Bulls players.
Lakers should target
Lowry
Hayward
These guys are too available on trade market
I think Gary Trent Jr. goes to the Lakers
For who though?
Obi1 should be starting. Time to move away from Randle. Obi1 is a much better fit with Jalen running the offense. He will get his 20 n 10. Randle is holding this team back.
Knicks must trade for a star 2 or 3. And move Randle also. I’m still waiting on this trade to happen. A trade ……
No one wants Randle, sorry.