This summer the Toronto Raptors will be looking to upgrade their roster to get them back to being a contender in the East. The Raptors are finding themselves in a backsliding period, missing the playoffs every year since acquiring Rj Barrett. According to HoopHype’s Michael Soto, The Raptors had a trade package in place that included Barrett for Brandon Ingram before the February NBA Deadline. After another mediocre season and the Raptors looking to be all in for their future with Scottie Barnes and newly acquired forward Brandon Ingram, it may be time to move on from Rj Barrett.
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We’ve gathered 5 potential landing spots that will benefit both Barrett and the Raptors. We’ll dig deep on how likely a deal can get done and why it can work for both organizations, especially the Raptors.
According to Bovada the favorites to get a deal done for Barrett are:
- Portland Trailblazers (+205)
- Washington Wizards (+260)
- Brooklyn Nets (+325)
- Phoenix Suns (+400)
- Cleveland Cavaliers (+525)
*Odds subject to change
Portland Trail Blazers
Raptors get: Anfernee Simons, 2026 2nd round pick
Trail Blazers get: RJ Barrett, 2025 2nd round pick
This trade works financially for both team due to both players having similar long-term deals, Portland gets to stay under the first apron and Toronto can extend Quickley while keeping flexibility with their cap space.
Why the Trail Blazers make the trade:
The Trail Blazers find themselves in a rebuilding phase gathering young talented pieces such as, Scoot Henderson, Shaedon Sharpe and Donovan Clingan but also have vets around that can mold the team into future winners like Jeramy Grant, Deandre Ayton and Robert Williams. Barrett will fit right into the veteran group and will provide size on the wing and physical defense. At 6’6 Barrett is a reliable ball handler and playmaker averaging 5 assists last season, he’ll be able to take some of the playmaking pressures off scoot while also being a viable scoring option as Barrett averaged 20+ points in back to back seasons for the first time in his career.
Why the Raptors make the trade:
For the Raptors, they have the players right now for them to make a push back into the playoffs- provided they bring in talent to surround Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram. Simmons can be a vital scoring threat to this offense both with his inside and outside scoring, he is one of the few players in NBA history to compete both in the All Star Dunk and Three Point contest. Simmons is will bolster the teams three point game as they ranked 29th in made threes last season and 23rd in 3 point percentage. Anfernee provides as a floor spacer and a pick and roll weapon for the Raptors as he is 38% three point shooter and decent passer averaging 5 assist a game.
Washington Wizards
Raptors get: Corey Kispert, Delon Wright (sign-and-trade) or Landry Shamet, 2026 2nd round pick
Wizards get: Rj Barrett, 2025 second round pick
Why the Wizards make the trade:
For the Wizards, they are another rebuilding organization who can afford to take on a player like Rj Barrett. Barrett is still only 24 with upside that can beneficial to Washington’s developmental pathway during this rebuild mode. RJ can be an instant impact on defense as the Wizards allowed 120 points a game last season. Trading for Rj the wizards give themselves an NBA ready wing on a 3 year contract who can help direct this team during a hard rebuilding phase.
Why the Raptors make this trade:
For Toronto, Kispert is a deadly three point shooter, shooting a career 38.7% from three. He will space the floor for Toronto as Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram make their living predominantly inside the arc. Kispert also gives Toronto great value as he is still on a rookie contract for the next two seasons; even with the addition of Delon Wright or Landry Shamet, Toronto’s pocket books opens up between 15-20m in cap space, giving them the flexibility to get another high end player.
Brooklyn Nets
Raptors get: Dorian Finney- Smith, Cam Thomas and 2027 second round pick
Nets get: Rj Barrett and 2025 second round pick
Why the Nets make this trade:
The Nets are another organization that are trying to figure out if they are a piece away from making a playoff push or if they are closer to a rebuild. Before missing the playoffs two years in a row the Nets were in the playoffs consecutively for 5 seasons (2018-2023). No matter what decision the organization makes RJ Barrett can be the focal point of the pivot being made. Barrett will come in and fill the role of being a combo forward while providing defensive help that Cam Thomas lacked. Furthermore Thomas is due for a pay day, trading the young guard now saves the nets if Thomas doesn’t pan out for the organization.
Why the Raptors make the trade:
For Toronto they will be getting a young guard in Cam Thomas that can light it up on any given night. Cam Thomas can come off the bench or start and be threat to give the opposition 20 plus as he averaged 22.5 last year while being efficient. Thomas is just 23 years old on a valuable deal, Raptors can resign him or flip him if he does not fit into their scheme long term. With Dorian Finney-Smith, the Raptors will be getting a true 3 and D player with a veteran presence. DFS is a career 36.2% from behind the arc and can serve as a floor space for the attacking Scottie Barnes and Mid range threat in Brandon Ingram. This Trade will also open up around 10 million in future cap flexibility for the Raptors
Phoenix Suns
Raptors get: Grayson Allen, 2026 Second round pick and 2028 second round pick(via swap or least favorable)
Suns get: Rj Barrett and Chris Boucher
Why the Suns make the trade:
With Kevin Durant practically on to his next team, the Suns can utilize Barrett as another wing that will be able to get a bucket next to Devin Booker. Barrett’s upside on defense is higher than the defense they will be losing out on Allen. His 6’6 frame provides a more switchable defense and physicality on the wing that Allen lacked. Trading for Barrett allows the Suns to get younger while still being able to contend in the west.
Why the Raptors make the trade:
Grayson has been a deep threat since his days at Duke, he will make an instant impact spacing the floor and elite shooting. Grayson shot over 40% from 3 in his past two seasons with the Suns. Grayson doesn’t need the ball in his hands to be effective in his role like Barrett did, that will allow Scottie and Ingram more opportunities to be effective with the ball in their hands. Grayson current contract allows a bit more flexibility with long term money and Allen would be moveable any the deadline if Toronto wants to move him.
Cleveland Cavaliers
Raptors get: Caris LeVert, Isaac okoro(RFA sign-and-trade) and 2026 second round pick
Cavaliers get: Rj Barrett and 2025 second round pick
Trade is contingent on the sign and trade.
Why the Cavaliers make the trade:
Cavaliers had a disappointing playoff run after finishing the regular season on the top of the East standing, losing in the second round to the Pacers. Giving away depth for a quality starter can be an option for them to get over the hump so that they can make. Deeper playoff push and potential contend for for a title. Barrett is an upgrade on both sides of the ball than Okoro(offensively) and Levert(defensively). With Barrett it allows for the Cavs to have adjustable lineups, Rj can play next to Garland or Mitchell while also dropping down in the front core as a 3 or small ball 4.
Why the Raptors make the trade:
This trade will allow the Raptors to have two strong depth pieces, LeVert is a streaky shooter than can handle backup guard minutes. Okoro is a strong defender who can develop in a larger offensive role. Okoro and LeVert can both thrive on a young Raptors Squad that also gives the organization cap and roster flexibility.
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