Toronto Raptors’ small forward, OG Anunoby, is grabbing the headlines with his multiple trade rumors in this NBA offseason. The 26-year-old British has been linked to many teams, and the Orlando Magic is the latest addition to the list. The Raptors are yet to decide if they are letting Pascal Siakam go or not if they happen to keep Pascal, they can trade off OG Anunoby.
There are a lot of rumors in the market and most of them are buried dead within a day or two, but the Raptors’ are continuously there with the same two names and keeping an eye on them is a necessity. Here’s all the information you need about this trade proposal!
What would the Magics offer for OG Anunoby?
The Raptors are expected to receive Jonathan Isaac, Jalen Suggs and a 2025 first-round pick and the Magics would get OG Anunoby and Otto Porter in return. The deal looks pretty good on paper and both the team would be happy with it if the deal gets completed.
If the Raptors decide to rebuild, would you think OG Anunoby would be a potential trade candidate for us? What kind of package do you think it would take? He could be that guy for Orlando
— Brandon Honea (@bhonea0616) June 3, 2023
Why do the Raptors want to offload OG Anunoby?
The Raptors actually do not desire to let their forward go; multiple inquiries have come for the 26-year-old, and the Toronto Raptors do not look keen about talking with the parties.
Anunoby has a four-year contract worth $72M until 2024, the Knicks and the Grizzlies were reported to try signing the British Small forward, but Toronto refused.
Pascal Siakam's name is hot on the NBA trade rumor mill. Could an OG Anunoby trade soon follow? @_CK2K weighs in on a potential Knicks pursuit….
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How has OG Anunoby performed for the Raptors?
Last season, in the 67 games he played, OG Anunoby averaged 16.8 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists per game. He shooted 47.6% of his shots from the floor, 38.7% 3-pointers, and 83.8% from the free-throw line.
His career stats are impressive as well; he averages 11.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game in the 368 games he has played. It’s no doubt that he would be a solid addition to the roster of any NBA team. Apparently, OG Anunoby has a a lot of offers to choose from.
Let’s see where the British professional ends up. We’ll keep you updated.