The Toronto Raptors’ forward and center, Pascal Siakam, is likely to get traded to the Utah Jazz this offseason. The Raptors were rumored to blow their roster this summer, but they did not do so; both Pascal and OG Anunoby are still a part of their squad. They have been confused; they wanted to trade Pascal when the player himself wanted to stay, but a recent development suggests that now the player might ask for a move.
The New Mexico State Aggies product played 71 games for the Raptors last season and averaged 24.2 points, 5.8 assists and 7.8 rebounds per game while shooting 32.4 percent from beyond the arc. The Jazz are one of those teams which would love to add the 29-year-old to their roster, and they have enough assets as well. Can they make it happen? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Toronto Raptors and the Utah Jazz involving Pascal Siakam.
What would the Jazz offer for Pascal Siakam?
The Jazz are expected to offer Collin Sexton, Kelly Olynyk, Talen Horton Tucker, and one first-round pick each from the years 2025,2027 and 2029 in return for the Raptors’ #43. If the Raptors decide to tank, they will be happy with the return they are getting here.
Pascal Siakam since he got drafted:
– 2019 NBA Most Improved Player
– 2019 NBA Champion
– 2020 All-NBA Second Team
– 2022 All-NBA Third Team
– 2x NBA All-Star (2020, 2023)
– First Raptor in franchise history to average 24/8/6 in a single seasonExtend him. pic.twitter.com/Xksi2bZeFS
— . (@GTJGotNext) June 25, 2023
Why would the Jazz like to sign Pascal Siakam?
The Jazz have a talented roster, but they still lack a star player who can make them a contender. Pascal’s stats are impressive, and the Jazz might use their draft picks to land him. But all of it depends upon the path they choose. Will they go for the win? Or will they tank?
Pascal Siakam’s last 4 years:
2020 — 23/7/4 on 55% TS (All-NBA + All-Star Starter)
2021 — 21/7/5 on 55% TS
2022 — 23/9/5 on 57% TS (All-NBA)
2023 — 24/8/6 on 57% TS (All Star)
2024 — ?What will his numbers look like this season? pic.twitter.com/fMtLGm3uQl
— MVP43🐐 (@StepBackPascal) August 15, 2023
Why would the Blazers trade-off Pascal Siakam?
The Raptors are playing a bet on their luck here. They are going to acquire a lot of draft picks while tanking so as to increase their chances of landing a star player via the lottery system. They are set to build their roster around Scottie Barnes.
Will the Raptors choose to rebuild, or are they going to make a star signing to contend? How will the Jazz line up? We’ll keep you updated.
