Toronto Raptors Land Kevin Durant In Blockbuster Trade Scenario

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The Toronto Raptors were involved in many NBA trade rumors this offseason. While nothing came to fruition regarding those negotiations, it was clear that the Raptors were in the market to make some major upgrades to their roster.

After winning 48 games during the 2021-22 campaign and earning the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference, they wanted to cement their status as one of the best teams. This is a long, athletic roster as Nick Nurse has built a game plan that plays to the strengths of his players.

While they were undersized during their postseason matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers, Nurse got the most out of his guys.

The front office laid even more into that strategy, signing Otto Porter Jr. in free agency. He fits the mold of what kind of players they are looking for and brings championship experience along with him after helping the Golden State Warriors win the title over the Boston Celtics in June.

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Looking to add more talent to the roster, Toronto was one of the teams that were linked to Kevin Durant. While he ended up remaining with the Brooklyn Nets, things could change in an instant. Given how contentious things got at points during the offseason, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if another trade request eventually came.

If that happens, you can be sure that the Raptors will once again submit offers and look to make a splash acquisition. What could it take for Durant to land north of the border?

Let’s take a look at this hypothetical trade that lands Durant in Toronto.

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