Sasha Vezenkov leaves money on the table to return to Europe; what should the Raptors do with the cap flexibility?

Locked On Raptors - Daily Podcast On The Toronto Raptors

In Episode 1681, Sean Woodley goes solo to react to the news that the Toronto Raptors and forward Sasha Vezenkov have parted ways in a move that will see the former EuroLeague MVP return to Europe while leaving about $6.7 million on the table, opening up some new offseason possibilities for the Raptors if they'd like to explore them. Off the top, Sean digs into the nuts and bolts of the Vezenkov departure, why it paints the trade with the Sacramento Kings on Day 2 of the Draft even more favourably than it already looked, and the waiving of Javon Freeman-Liberty. Next, Sean digs into his number one target with the Raptors' $11-ish million left under the tax: former Grizzlies and Wizards point guard Tyus Jones, who could help stabilize the Raptors' second unit while being a nice trade chip to head into the deadline with if the Raptors were to sign him. Lastly, Sean runs through some of the candidates to bring in on a minimum contract to fill the final roster spot while preserving some salary flexibility for potential in-season trades, and why Christian Koloko, Dominick Barlow and Precious Achiuwa would be at the top of Sean's wishlist if the Raptors go that route.

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