Toronto Raptors Receive: F/C Jaxson Hayes, G/G Dyson Daniels, G Garrett Temple
New Orleans Pelicans Receive: G Fred VanVleet
Of course, the Raptors aren’t the only team investing in two-way, playmaking wings. They’re just making the biggest investment.
Realistically, this archetype is taking over the NBA. It wasn’t always this way – the trend probably started with LeBron James.
Before James took over the NBA, teams generally sought to build around big men and scoring guards. James changed the game. Teams realized that having a versatile player lead the charge gave them more options.
Giannis Antetokoumnpo may be the next evolution of that philosophy.
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Meanwhile, the Raptors are hoping their two-way tandem of Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes can lead them to the promised land.
On the other hand, Fred VanVleet simply doesn’t fit the bill. Would he suit the Pelicans?