By the looks of it, the Toronto Raptors could be an intriguing potential blockbuster trade suitor ahead of the 2022-23 NBA season.
Toronto has a great blend of tradable contracts, young players with a ton of upside and all of their draft picks. That is the formula to being in the running for All-Star players on the trade market as the Raptors look to cement themselves as contenders in the Eastern Conference.
One of the most interesting tidbits to come out of the Durant sweepstakes is the fact that Jaylen Brown has reportedly been made available. Brown was part of the proposal that the Boston Celtics made to the Brooklyn Nets, which was declined.
While the Celtics may not be actively shopping Brown, this could present an opportunity for other teams to at least submit offers for him. While he is signed through 2024, Brown could now start exploring exit plans from Boston if he no longer feels wanted by the organization.
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If there is any hint of that being true, the Raptors could pivot from their focus on Durant and Mitchell to Brown. Brown is in the same category when it comes to value on the trade as the other two All-Stars and would be an incredible addition for virtually any team in the NBA.
What could it take for the Raptors to pry him away from the Celtics? Let’s take a look at this deal that would land Brown north of the border.
