Toronto Raptors Receive: C Dwight Powell, G/F Reggie Bullock, 2025 First-Round Pick (DAL)
Dallas Mavericks Receive: G Fred VanVleet
Of course, nobody has to tell the Raptors about the importance of an elite player.
They won a championship in 2018-19 after acquiring one. When the Raptors traded for Kawhi Leonard, they knew they were getting one of the best basketball players in the world.
When Leonard departed after their title run, it may have stung. Generally, a player sticks around to defend a championship.
At the same time, it was always known that Leonard had eyes for his hometown Los Angeles.
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His departure left the Raptors in an interesting situation. They’ve stayed competitive in his wake, but it feels like they’re a little less so every year.
Is it time to think about rebuilding?