With Pascal Siakamthe Raptors said goodbye to the last important element of the 2019 title. The only player from the champion squad still present in Canada, Chris Boucher only had a very limited role.
“Pascal is a champion and an example of what can be achieved with dedication, perseverance, hard work and tenacity”, reacted the president of the RaptorsMasai Ujiri. “We are fortunate to have watched Pascal become the man and player he is today, and we are grateful for everything he has done for our city and for our franchise. We now wish him the best. »
A page is therefore turning in Ontario. After exchanging OG Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa And Malachi Flynn to recover RJ Barrett And Immanuel Quickleythe Raptors therefore let go Pascal Siakam in exchange for Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora, Kira Lewisas well as three first rounds of Draft.
“This is a time of change for our team and we welcome Bruce, Jordan and Kira” continued Masai Ujiri. “Bruce is a world champion and we are delighted with his qualities on both ends of the pitch, as he brings toughness to us. We continue to work to improve every day. »
Except that with four departures for five arrivals, Toronto's squad was overflowing, and someone had to be cut.
It is Christian Koloko, the lowest salary of the team ($1.7 million) who pays the price. Still in his rookie contract, the Cameroonian (23 years old, 2m16) had nevertheless shown interesting things without his first season, except that he has been away from the field for months due to respiratory problems which drag on…
