Pascal Siakam, The Toronto Raptors’ forward and center, is most likely to be traded off this offseason. It has been speculated that the Raptors want to move on and they would try to build their roster around Scottie Barnes. This has irked a few teams to land Pascal.
Pascal looks happy in Toronto, but the Raptors’ struggled last season. The player does not want to leave, but the team is looking for options to trade him. The deal would give them enough assets and talent to strengthen their squad. The Hawks, the Magic, the Pacers, and the Thunders are the most probable destinations for Pascal. But does he have more of those? Here are 3 teams that are the dark horses in the race to sign Pascal Siakam.
Pascal Siakam to Memphis Grizzlies?
The Grizzlies need somebody to fill Dillon Brooks’ shoes. Brooks was too good at defense, and Siakam might not be able to match that, but his unreal offensive skills would make up for it. Pascal’s addition would make the Grizzlies one of the strongest teams. They would be able to alter positions, do experiments, and whatnot. But would they charge in for Pascal?
#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
Pascal Siakam to the Brooklyn Nets?
The Nets should not be the dark horses; they should be the front runners. They are in dire need of an offensive player around whom they can build their attack. They have Bridges now, who isn’t promising enough. A few changes here and there, and the Nets would be good to go.
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Pascal Siakam to the Golden State Warriors?
Pascal is a player who deserves to play for the title contenders and who fits this profile better than the Warriors? Probably none. The assets needed for the trade might become a big hurdle, but if they want Pascal so badly, all they have to do is say goodbye to Jonathan Kuminga. Kuminga, with some drafts attached, would be enough to land Pascal.
The Raptors have a lot of options. Would they send Pascal away even if he doesn’t want that? Which offer would satisfy them? Are the front runners going to land him, or would some other team snatch him away? We’ll keep you updated.
