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The Raptors want to be "opportunistic" on the trade market ... and maybe even nostalgic

The Jake Fischer Latest takes you inside a tantalizing potential reunion

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Jun 25, 2026
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Where will the Toronto Raptors turn in the trade market after the Minnesota Timberwolves convinced the Charlotte Hornets to part with LaMelo Ball faster than most league observers envisioned?

Point guard and center are widely billed as the Raptors' primary needs, but The Stein Line has learned that they are looking elsewhere, too.

To the past even.

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