The Toronto Raptors have made a big move in the NBA offseason, acquiring two of the New York Knicks’ top players in exchange for one of their own. According to an Associated Press source, the Raptors have acquired guard RJ Barrett and guard Immanuel Quickley from the Knicks in exchange for forward OG Anunoby.
This is a big move for the Raptors, as they get two young and talented players in Barrett and Quickley who can help the team for years to come. Barrett, the third overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, has shown flashes of brilliance in his two seasons with the Knicks, averaging 17.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. Quickley, the 25th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, has also impressed in his rookie season, averaging 12.0 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
Anunoby, on the other hand, has been a key part of the Raptors’ success over the past few years. He averaged 11.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game last season and was a key part of the team’s championship run in 2019. However, with the Raptors looking to get younger and more athletic, they decided to part ways with Anunoby in order to acquire Barrett and Quickley.
This move is sure to have a big impact on both teams. For the Raptors, they get two young and talented players who can help them compete for years to come. For the Knicks, they get a veteran presence in Anunoby who can help them make a playoff push this season. It will be interesting to see how this move affects both teams in the long run.