DeMar DeRozan, a former Chicago Bulls player, had a significant nine-season run with the Toronto Raptors, becoming the franchise's all-time leading scorer.
Despite being traded before the Raptors' landmark championship, DeRozan's influence remained, particularly through his mentorship of Pascal Siakam, who later emerged as a top player and a key figure in the Raptors' success.
Recently, DeRozan celebrated his work with Siakam by gifting him a personalized copy of his new book, Above The Noise, further solidifying their bond.