Is RJ Barrett Really The Odd Man Out For The Toronto Raptors?

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RJ Barrett is being shopped according to reports but is that the right move? Vivek Jacob is joined by theScore's Joe Wolfond to discuss Barrett's current fit on the team and if it's right to view him as the odd man out. Later, they also discuss what a suitable trade for Barrett would look like and if the Raptors should feel the level of urgency they do to make next season a big one.

The first segment considers the Barrett we saw in the second half of the 2023-24 season versus the one we saw in 2024-25. How close does he need to get to the efficiency of '23-24 to be viewed as a good fit? The discussion also focuses on his defence and the biggest areas for improvement.

In the second segment, Jacob and Wolfond dive into whether Barrett should be used in a deal for a "big fish" or more as a roster depth move. There are clear needs on the roster and perhaps there's a path to addressing those without giving up too many additional assets.

Finally, it appears as though several teams are pouncing on a perceived opportunity next season because of the injuries to Jayson Tatum, Damian Lillard, and the uncertainty over Joel Embiid. Is this really the Raptors' time to pounce?

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