Why The Toronto Raptors Do The Deal
There are two reasons why the Raptors are making this deal.
The first thing you need to know is that they are trading VanVleet before he becomes free agent. This summer, he has the option to sign with whatever team he chooses. There is no doubt that the Raptors would do well to avoid losing him for nothing at all.
It goes without saying that they shouldn’t simply dump his salary, either. VanVleet is a quality player. Even though he is in the last year of his contract, he will return a decent package.
There is no doubt that this is a decent package. Finney-Smith is a quality 3-and-D wing. There is a possibility that the Raptors might be able to use him, but they might also consider him as a trade chip.
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As for Green, he is a young player who can blossom with this core, and the Raptors also get a first-round pick as a reward.
Is it reasonable for the Mavericks to give up so much for VanVleet?
