The Toronto Raptors have made significant moves ahead of the NBA trade deadline, trading guard Davion Mitchell to the Miami Heat in exchange for veteran forward P.J. Tucker, a 2026 second-round draft pick, and cash. Mitchell, acquired from the Sacramento Kings, has shown promise this season with averages of 6.3 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.6 assists over 44 games, particularly excelling defensively. Meanwhile, Tucker has had a quieter season, posting just 1.7 points and 2.7 rebounds across 31 games.

Additionally, the Raptors have reportedly acquired small forward Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans for Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, and multiple draft picks. Ingram, despite missing significant time with an ankle injury, has impressive stats this season with averages of 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 5.2 assists. This comes after Toronto’s earlier acquisition of Olynyk, who has faced injury challenges this season, averaging 7 points and 3.6 rebounds.

Currently, the Raptors sit at 16-36, with a 42.1% chance of landing a top-four pick in the upcoming NBA draft. They will look to regroup as they face the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are riding a three-game winning streak.