Toronto Raptors
It’s no secret the Toronto Raptors have been working hard to make an upgrade at the center position ahead of the NBA trade deadline. They have even been linked to Myles Turner prior to his foot injury.
There is little reason for the Raptors to relent in their pursuit of Turner. Between Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, and OG Anunoby, the team has forwards that like to play in the mid-post using their size or strength, often against matchups that lack those tools.
For a team that has talents of that nature, there appears to be a real need to add a center that can step out and knock down catch-and-shoot jumpers. Myles Turner can do precisely that along with plenty of other layers of impact as an off-ball threat.
The Toronto Raptors also have a backcourt consisting of Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr., both of whom are impactful shot creators out in space, but could use the extra space that a stretch-five provides to have an easier lane to get to the rim when attacking downhill.
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Myles Turner’s overall defensive versatility and rim protection would be a massive upgrade over the liability-level production that Precious Achiuwa has provided the Toronto Raptors at the five spot, too.
