This Raptors-Suns Trade Features Deandre Ayton

Throughout much of NBA history, big men dominated the league.

It makes intuitive sense. Size is an inherent advantage in the game of basketball. The closer you are to the basket, the easier it ought to be to put the ball in it, right?

Sure. On the other hand, in 2022, guards and wings have come to stake their claim as the league’s dominant archetypes.

By now, talent reigns supreme – the best players in the NBA tend to dominate the league.

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For some, that meant devaluing the big man. Some might argue that the Toronto Raptors did exactly that in 2021-22. After all, they started Pascal Siakam at the 5 spot. Generally, he’s viewed as a wing.

Could they pursue a more traditional big man in Deandre Ayton this year?

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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