OG Anunoby, The Toronto Raptors small forward and shooting guard, is being linked with the Indiana Pacers for a trade. The Raptors might use him to get some assets by exchanging him, as he has a play option for the 2024-25 season and can leave for free if he desires.
This transfer window has seen a lot of trades that were done to get rid of a player who ate a lot of salary space. Anunoby might be a hurdle if the Raptors convince Pascal Siakam to sign the max extension. The Raptors need flexibility. Would they make Anunoby the scapegoat? The Pacers seem interested in signing him. Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Indiana Pacers and the Toronto Raptors involving OG Anunoby.
What would the Pacers offer for OG Anunoby?
The Pacers might offer Bennedict Mathurin, TJ McConnell, a top 10 protected 2024 first-round pick and a 2025 first-round pick swap in exchange for Anunoby. The Raptors are looking to extend a few players, and the first thing on their mind would be to increase as much space in the salary cap as they can.
Pacers do not want OG Anunoby anymore. Especially with any trade involving Benedict Mathurin. I don't know who thinks these 2K MyLeague fleece deals are gonna work pic.twitter.com/4T9cFOVUjw
— d•ﾌ•尺•ﾌ (@DaedalMensa) July 28, 2023
How did OG Anunoby perform last season?
Anunoby played 67 games for the Raptors last season, he averaged 16.8 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists per game last season. His shooting included 47.6 percent shots from the field, 38.6 percent 3-pointers, and 83.8 percent from the free throw line. He has played an important role for the Raptors, and his departure is in consideration just because the Raptors need flexibility.
#Sources — Toronto has cooled off trade talks completely on both Pascal Siakam & OG Anunoby. Raptors will reassess throughout the regular season and into the upcoming trade deadline. #NBA
— NBATradeReport (@NBATradeReport) July 31, 2023
What is the Raptors’ situation with OG Anunoby?
The Raptors are not really interested in trading Anunoby, the deal would go through only if they offer Pascal Siakam a max extension. If Scottie Barnes is also given a rookie max extension, he’ll earn a lot as well. A new contract would be highly unlikely for Anunoby, so the Raptors are looking for suitors for him.
Would the Raptors be able to keep Pascal Siakam? If yes, what price tag would they attach to Anunoby? We’ll keep you updated.
