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Raptors Trade for Jackson-Davis, Eye Playoff Push

2/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Toronto Raptors acquired center Trayce Jackson-Davis from the Golden State Warriors.
They traded Ochai Agbaji to the Brooklyn Nets in a deal involving Chris Paul, who is expected to be waived soon.
They did not pursue Domantas Sabonis or Anthony Davis, maintaining the current roster and awaiting Jakob Poeltl's return.
The Raptors retained all first-round picks, positioning themselves for future trades and a playoff push this season.

History

Historical Context

The 1988 NBA Expansion Draft on June 23 allowed the Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets to join the league, increasing the total number of teams to 23. Each new franchise selected unprotected players from existing teams, with the Heat acquiring 12 players and the Hornets 11. This expansion marked a pivotal moment in the NBA's growth, influencing future roster management strategies, as seen in recent trades by the Toronto Raptors.

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Story summary

The Toronto Raptors acquired center Trayce Jackson-Davis from the Golden State Warriors.
They traded Ochai Agbaji to the Brooklyn Nets in a deal involving Chris Paul, who is expected to be waived soon.
They did not pursue Domantas Sabonis or Anthony Davis, maintaining the current roster and awaiting Jakob Poeltl's return.
The Raptors retained all first-round picks, positioning themselves for future trades and a playoff push this season.

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