Let’s predict Raptors exceed expectations and make the playoffs without having to play in the play-in & the Grizzlies with their new coach, has a difficult season. Would they want to keep going with this core after the Bane trade? Or really believe in the Grit & Grind and make JJJ the focal point of this franchise. They trade Ja with 2 years left on his deal and get more assets back vs trading him with one year left.

Raptors offence may look clunky on paper, but adding an another all-star who is a downhill scorer that facilitates helps them out. Ja & Ingram take on the offence load, while Dick spaces the floor. Barnes & Poeltl anchoring the defensive side.

26’-27’ Raptors: New Big 3 in the East Ja / Dick / Ingram / Scottie / Poeltl

26’-27’ Grizzlies: Backcourt gets better IQ / Barrett / Wells / JJJ / Edey