This Raptors-Suns Trade Features Fred VanVleet

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Why The Toronto Raptors Do The Deal

VanVleet is a quality player. He doesn’t seem to be doing much for the Raptors this season.

After all, this team is just 20-24. Meanwhile, VanVleet is having a down year. He may need a change of scenery, and the Raptors may need a shakeup.

This deal probably won’t help them in the short term. At the same time, this team could use a 3-and-D wing like Crowder. Still, the Raptors are thinking about the future here.

Through that lens, this deal makes sense for the Raptors. In fact, they’d be lucky to get a first-rounder for a player having a down season in a contract year.

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They’re only getting one here because the Suns are desperate for a point guard. After all, they’re about to watch the Point God retire.

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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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