Toronto Raptors: 5 free agency targets to watch this postseason

By Jack Long | May 9, 2021

TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 06: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers fights Gary Trent Jr. #33 and Yuta Watanabe #18 of the Toronto Raptors for the ball during the fourth quarter at Amalie Arena on April 06, 2021 in Tampa, Florida.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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) /

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ORLANDO, FL – APRIL 26: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images) /

2. Dennis Schroder

Dennis Schroder is another player that Masai Ujiri has had his eye on for some time now. Schroder was openly part of the asking price for a potential Kyle Lowry trade at the deadline that eventually fell through.

Schroder has been a great addition to the Lakers squad, but doesn’t appear likely to be a Laker for long, already declining a sizeable contract extension. If the Raptors have enough cap space, the German sensation could trade in LA for the northern metropolis of Toronto.

Schroder could be a versatile guard for the Toronto Raptors.

Schroder is a guy who could be used in any situation at guard positions. Schroder can play at the point guard or shooting guard slot, and is also comfortable starting or coming off the bench. With Lowry on the verge of leaving for a bigger deal, Schroder looks like one of the most natural replacements on the market.

Hustle and heart are at the center of Schroder’s game and that could quickly endear himself to his teammates and coaches alike. If he provides the same level of offensive skill he showed off in Los Angeles, Toronto’s backcourt will be set for a half-decade.