Raptors and Pelicans may explore trade options this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 9:43 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Toronto Raptors are reportedly eyeing potential trades after acquiring Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers this offseason. ClutchPoints senior NBA reporter Brett Siegel suggested that the Raptors could partner with the Pelicans, specifically mentioning the possibility of acquiring guard Dejounte Murray. The Pelicans are aiming for playoff contention in the Western Conference and have shown interest in leveraging their roster for improvement. Siegel pointed out that trade discussions could involve players like Emmanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett from the Raptors. These moves are seen as ways to enhance the Raptors' chances of competing for another title.
- •Raptors acquired Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers this offseason.
- •Siegel believes a trade involving Dejounte Murray is likely.
- •Pelicans aim to contend for a playoff spot in the West.
- •Potential trade discussions could include Quickley and Barrett.
- •Adding Murray and Trey Murphy could enhance Raptors' competitiveness.
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — NBA rumors: ClutchPoints insider wonders if Raptors, Pelicans could be blockbuster trade partners this season
"The Toronto Raptors made one of the biggest moves of the offseason by bringing Kawhi Leonard back from the Clippers, but they may look to make another big move later in the season to further fortify their title chances. On the latest edition of Clutch Scoops, ClutchPoints senior NBA reporter Brett Siegel floated the possibility of the Raptors and […] The post NBA rumors: ClutchPoints insider wonders if Raptors, Pelicans could be blockbuster trade partners this season appeared first on ClutchPoin
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