The Toronto Raptors have made a significant trade ahead of the NBA's deadline, sending guard Davion Mitchell to the Miami Heat for veteran forward P.J. Tucker, a future second-round pick, and cash. This transaction comes just after the Raptors acquired Mitchell from the Sacramento Kings in the offseason. Mitchell, who has been notable for his defensive skills, averaged 6.3 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in 44 games this season. Meanwhile, Tucker has had two previous stints with the Raptors, but has only averaged 1.7 points and 2.7 rebounds in 31 games this season.

As part of a busy trade day, reports indicate the Raptors also acquired small forward Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, and draft picks. Ingram, a six-foot-eight player, is known for his scoring prowess, averaging 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 5.2 assists this season despite being sidelined since December with an ankle injury. The Raptors, currently positioned poorly at 16-36, have aspirations for a high draft pick in the upcoming lottery, with Cooper Flagg emerging as a consensus top prospect.