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Raptors Test Trade Market for RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley as Sabonis Interest Stalls

Second‑apron limits are elevating the value of draft picks as Toronto shapes its approach to the Feb. 5 deadline.

Overview

  • ESPN reporting says Toronto has been calling teams to gauge offers for RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley.
  • Interest in Domantas Sabonis remains, but league reports indicate Sacramento is resistant to taking on long‑term salary.
  • Insiders suggest a Sabonis deal would likely require multi‑team structures or added draft compensation.
  • An Eastern Conference executive told ESPN that Toronto may need to include picks and must navigate second‑apron constraints.
  • Toronto controls its first‑round selections for the next seven drafts, and other star names floated in reporting include Anthony Davis and Ja Morant.