Raptors: 3 trade rumors that aren’t good for Toronto

No. 1: Andre Drummond to…everyone except Toronto

Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reported that Drummond, who has been incessantly linked to Toronto given their need to upgrade over Baynes at center, is being discussed with 8-10 teams. While Drummond’s style of play on offense is starting to go the way of the dinosaur, he clearly has value in this league.

Drummond is averaging 17.5 points and 13.5 rebounds per game, establishing that he is still one of the game’s best old-school centers in the game. It doesn’t take a genius to see how he’ll help the Raptors, who need someone to help on the glass.

Drummond would be perfect for the Raptors

Drummond might not have the most varied offensive game, but he can be trusted to hoover up rebounds on the interior, finish off close looks, and play solid interior defense. While Baynes can provide some quality defense, they are on completely different planets with regards to their offensive abilities.

Drummond is being courted by basically every team with a shot at contending this year. Toronto has to jump right to the front of the queue and secure his services.