Raptors trade talks will only heat up from here if latest rumors are true

"Taking over the reins from the revered Masai Ujiri is certainly a tall task, but Webster's impact has already been felt through some major moves made even before Ujiri's departure. For instance, the Collin Murray-Boyles draft pick ( which is turning out to be a huge win) and jumping the gun to acquire offensive ceiling raiser Brandon Ingram during last year's trade deadline ( also a solid move with the sample thus far)."

"With the Eastern Conference playing field open for the taking, the Raptors find themselves firmly in the competitive mix, currently sitting at the fourth seed with an impressive 24-16 record.But this roster construction at present is far from the perfect combination to produce true winning success - there could be adjustments, such as finding suitable center depth or perhaps adding a veteran shooter to come off the bench."

"Fellow NBA insider Jake Fischer revealed prior to the Stein report that Toronto has thrown their name in the hat for acquiring stars on the trade block like Trae Young (who ultimately ended up in Washington), Anthony Davis (whose new injury troubles add to an already complicated situation), and Domantas Sabonis (the issue here is that the Kings are reluctant to take on either of the Raptors' two high-cost contracts, Immanuel Quickley and Jakob Poeltl, in return)."

Bobby Webster took over from Masai Ujiri and has already made impactful moves, including the Collin Murray-Boyles draft pick and acquiring Brandon Ingram at last year's deadline. The Raptors are 24-16 and fourth in the East, positioning them as realistic contenders. Current roster lacks ideal center depth and a veteran bench shooter, which are feasible lateral upgrades. The front office has explored blockbuster options, reportedly pursuing Trae Young, Anthony Davis, and Domantas Sabonis. Trade for Sabonis is complicated by reluctance to absorb Immanuel Quickley and Jakob Poeltl's contracts; Davis carries fresh injury concerns; Young landed in Washington. League insiders interpret these efforts as evidence that Webster and the Raptors are feeling pressure to make significant moves.

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