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Kawhi to Raptors Blockbuster


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This trade would give the Raptors a completely new look with two fresh starters in Leonard and Garland. The Raptors were reportedly interested in trading for LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets, so their desire to acquire Garland could make sense.

The only way the Raptors would be able to take on both Leonard and Garland's contracts, which total over $92 million, would be to include Poeltl's deal, which is valued at over $100 million over the next four seasons. Adding that to the deal, along with Garland, would raise the price for the Raptors.

They would have to include Ingram over Barrett, put Quickley in the deal and add multiple first-round picks and swaps. With more moving parts, the likelihood of this trade is slim, but the reasoning behind the deal makes sense for both sides.

The Clippers likely aren't married to Garland after trading for him just last season. Their No. 5 pick Keaton Wagler would be given a green light out of the gate and they fulfill their need for a centre by adding Poeltl, even if he's on a poorly-valued deal.

Los Angeles gets a much-needed reset while Toronto gets the necessary pieces to take the next step towards making a deep playoff run.

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