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Toronto Raptors roundtable: offseason summary and thoughts

By Mike Bossetti

TORONTO, ON - APRIL 8 - Toronto Raptor DeMar DeRozan talks with Raptors Norman Powell (24) in the 1st half as the Toronto Raptors host the Orlando Magic in Air Canada Centre, Toronto, April 8. April 8, 2018. Bernard Weil/Toronto Star (Bernard Weil/Toronto Star via Getty Images)
TORONTO, ON - APRIL 8 - Toronto Raptor DeMar DeRozan talks with Raptors Norman Powell (24) in the 1st half as the Toronto Raptors host the Orlando Magic in Air Canada Centre, Toronto, April 8. April 8, 2018. Bernard Weil/Toronto Star (Bernard Weil/Toronto Star via Getty Images) /
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TORONTO, ON – NOVEMBER 29: Norman Powell #24 of the Toronto Raptors and Lucas Nogueira #92 during their NBA game against the Charlotte Hornets at Air Canada Centre on November 29, 2017 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)
TORONTO, ON – NOVEMBER 29: Norman Powell #24 of the Toronto Raptors and Lucas Nogueira #92 during their NBA game against the Charlotte Hornets at Air Canada Centre on November 29, 2017 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images) /

Question: Who/What kind of player would you like to see to in the final three roster spots?

Mark Birdsell:

Lorenzo Brown is signed to a partially guaranteed minimum contract, so assuming he makes the team, there are only two roster spots remaining.

NBA teams are required to carry a minimum of 14 players. Last season the Raptors only had 14 players and took advantage of their two-way players. Given the team’s current payroll, I think they will only carry 14 players again next season.

The Raptors need to add another big man. I think they should look to add Christian Wood. He is 6-foot-11 with a 7-foot-3 wingspan. Wood was named to the All-Summer League first team, averaging 20.4 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.8 blocks. He has spent most of his career in the G-League. However, Wood is only 22 years old, with a quick first step, he is athletic and finish at the rim. The Raptors could also consider bringing back Lucas Nogueira.

Jordan Skuse:

Bring back Bebé. That’s all I care about.

Matt Stocco:

Two different types of players with the final three roster spots, another three-point shooter and another big 5 man.

For the three-point shooter, someone who can help space the floor, and be a threat coming off of the bench is always a good thing. This should play into the Raptor’s Nick Curse style offence that is coming with a new coach.

For the big man, what if the Raptors are playing a team like the Washington Wizards, and Dwight Howard ends up getting JV is early foul trouble? Well the Raptors could be in trouble. Having a back-up traditional center could help in situations where size could provide an advantage or maintain status-quo in a game.