The NBA saw a bevy of deals at the 2021 trade deadline, including Norman Powell heading to Portland for Gary Trent Jr. That trade ended up looking a lot better for Toronto than initially expected because of Trent’s play in a Raptors’ uniform. Now, after a trial run, Toronto has awarded the forward with a $54 million deal that will keep him up north for the next three seasons.
The deal reportedly includes a player option in the third year.
Overall, it’s a solid move for the Raptors who lost Kyle Lowry in the opening hours of free agency to the Heat. Toronto’s core will be centered around Trent Jr., Fred VanVleet, OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam, and No. 4 overall pick Scottie Barnes.
