4 Toronto Raptors who won’t be back next season after playoff exit

1. Chris Boucher

Boucher has been one of the crown jewels of Toronto’s developmental culture after evolving from a fringe NBA player into a reliable rotation presence who has flipped the outcome of games. However, Toronto’s financial situation could push Boucher out of the door in free agency.

Boucher may have recovered from an early-season slump, but his scoring, rebounding, and shot-blocking numbers are down across the board. Boucher is going to turn 30 next year, which might give Toronto some pause for thought as they try to sign him to another multi-year deal.

Chris Boucher might leave the Toronto Raptors.

While Boucher was dominant in Toronto’s playoff finale, they will likely need to decide between either the stringy Canadian or the wily veteran in Thad Young. Based on immediate value, Young could be a better player who won’t command as many years in his new deal.

Boucher has been everything Toronto could have hoped for, but it might be time to turn the page and move forward with Achiuwa and Young. Boucher will get a hefty contract elsewhere, as someone that can rebound and finish like he can will be held in very high esteem.