Toronto Raptors consider bringing back DeMar DeRozan as free agent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:30 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The Toronto Raptors are exploring the possibility of a reunion with DeMar DeRozan, who spent nine seasons with the team before a trade in 2018. DeRozan, now an unrestricted free agent at age 36, may be interested in returning to Toronto under the right circumstances. The Raptors have been open to the idea for some time, particularly given DeRozan’s history with the franchise. His previous trade to the San Antonio Spurs was a point of contention for DeRozan, who felt a sense of betrayal. If reunited, DeRozan would likely need to adjust to a backup role for the first time in his career, as financial terms would likely limit any offer to a minimum deal.
- •DeRozan played nine seasons with the Raptors before being traded in 2018.
- •He has also spent time with the Spurs, Bulls, and Kings since leaving Toronto.
- •DeRozan is currently an unrestricted free agent after being cut from the Kings.
- •A reunion would likely require DeRozan to accept a backup role.
- •This potential move comes after Toronto's success with Kawhi Leonard in 2019.
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Toronto Raptors Might Be Open To Reunion With DeMar DeRozan
"DeRozan spent nine seasons with the Raptors up until being traded from them in 2018.
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