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DeMar DeRozan nears free agency amid Raptors rumors

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Last updated Jul 6, 2026

DeMar DeRozan nears free agency amid Raptors rumors
Summary

DeMar DeRozan, a former standout for the Toronto Raptors, is potentially heading towards NBA free agency as discussions about a buyout from the Sacramento Kings progress. DeRozan, who has been with Sacramento, may soon become a free agent if a buyout is finalized. The Raptors recently made headlines by acquiring Kawhi Leonard, sparking increased speculation about DeRozan's return to Toronto, where he remains the franchise's all-time leading scorer. Although he has engaged with social media posts regarding the possibility of a Raptors reunion, no official agreement or buyout has been confirmed yet.

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  • •DeRozan may finalize a buyout from the Kings soon.
  • •Toronto traded for Kawhi Leonard, reviving homecoming speculation for DeRozan.
  • •DeRozan is the all-time leading scorer in Raptors history.
  • •No agreement between DeRozan and the Kings is currently confirmed.
  • •DeRozan liked social media posts about returning to Toronto.
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  • 4:44 AMYahoo Sports — Is DeMar DeRozan Joining the Toronto Raptors?
What they're saying
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Still under contract with the Sacramento Kings, former Toronto Raptors star DeMar DeRozan could soon hit NBA free agency.

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