The Toronto Raptors are trading OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa and Malachi Flynn to the New York Knicks for RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley and one second round pick.
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Anunoby, 27, is under contract for two more seasons, which includes a player option in 2024 where he will make $19 million.
He appeared in 27 games for the Raptors and averaged 15.1 points, 3.9 rebounds and shot 37% from three. One of the league's best defenders, the Knicks add another veteran presence in their starting lineup.
Barrett is averaging 18.2 points and shooting 42% from the field. He appeared in 297 games for New York since being drafted in 2019. He is under contract until 2027, and he will make $25 million next season.
After a sixth man of the year worthy season, Immanuel Quickley has become one of the league's best bench players. In 25 minutes per game this season, he is averaging a career-high 15.0 points along with a career-high 40% three point percentage.
After speculation of where the Raptors were heading, this trade looks to be the beginning of their rebuild. The Toronto Raptors are currently 12-19 and 12th in the eastern conference. The Knicks are 17-14 and the 7th seed.
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