Why This Is A Good Trade For The Raptors

This is a good trade for the Toronto Raptors because it gives them much needed depth to add to their roster. The Raptors have had a disappointing season by their own standards to this point, but adding a trio of top-tier talent could help the team sneak into the playoffs.

The Raptors and Kyle Lowry have been butting heads all season, so it has been relatively evident that they have been looking to move on from their star guard. Lowry has done a great deal for the city of Toronto, but his time with the team could be nearing an end soon.

Adding Dennis Schroeder gives the Raptors a true number one point guard to build around and adding Montrezl Harrell and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope gives them some highly desirable depth.

If the Raptors make this trade, they could be in good shape to make the playoffs this season. Schroder and Harrell could also end up being long-term options for Toronto.