This Knicks-Raptors Trade Features Pascal Siakam

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Why The Toronto Raptors Do The Deal 

Partly, the Raptors do this deal to clear the runway for Scottie Barnes. 

After all, the reigning rookie of the Year is a remarkably similar player to Siakam. They’re both large playmaking wings.

In fact, the presence of the two on this roster has forced head coach Nick Nurse to play Siakam out of position at the 5. 

That’s another reason the Raptors do this deal. Mitch Robinson could be a long-term starter here. He brings an element of rim protection and lob finishing this group currently lacks. 

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Still, none of those are the main reasons the Raptors do this deal. The four unprotected first-round picks are. They’ll be extremely useful in rebuilding this franchise around Barnes. 

Should the Knicks really part with them? 

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James Piercey

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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