Gary Trent Jr. might have passed on his best offer from the Toronto Raptors, seeking a higher salary. Several factors affecting non-star free agents like him include the conservatism of teams in spending money due to the new collective-bargaining agreement. The Raptors had plans of potentially trading him for positive value down the road and already added to the payroll, making the situation more complex.

Trent is now in a position similar to Caleb Martin, who opted for a deal with the Philadelphia 76ers over the Miami Heat. Toronto is meeting with his representatives but might not bring him back. Whether he decides to sign a one-year deal elsewhere for a better basketball opportunity remains to be seen.