Report: Raptors ‘Looking for a Big Fish’toAdd This Off-Season
June 2, 2025 – Toronto, ON
As the NBA offseason heats up, the Toronto Raptors are making headlines with reports suggesting the team is aggressively pursuing a major roster upgrade. According to league sources, the Raptors’ front office is “looking for a big fish” to add to their roster, signaling a bold approach under new leadership and a clear desire to return to Eastern Conference relevance.
President Masai Ujiri and GM Bobby Webster are reportedly exploring multiple avenues — including trades, free agency, and the draft — to bring in a high-impact player who can anchor the team’s core of Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley, and RJ Barrett. After finishing outside the playoff picture in back-to-back seasons, the Raptors appear ready to make a splash.
“This isn’t just about minor tweaks,” one NBA insider told TSN. “They’re aiming for a star. Toronto wants to build around Scottie [Barnes], but they know they need anotherelite talent to take the next step.”
Potential targets remain speculative, but names such as Donovan Mitchell, Brandon Ingram, and even a reunion with Pascal Siakam — an unrestricted free agent this summer — have been floated in league circles. The Raptors also have the flexibility to absorb salary and a collection of young assets and draft picks that could appeal to teams in rebuilding mode.
New head coach Darko Rajaković is said to be heavily involved in shaping the team’s direction this summer, as the Raptors seek to craft a more dynamic offensive identity while improving their defensive toughness.
With the NBA Draft and free agency fast approaching, Raptors fans should buckle up for what could be one of the franchise’s most pivotal offseasons since their 2019 championship run.
Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops.
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