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3 fool’s gold free agents Raptors must avoid in 2022 offseason

By Mike Luciano

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - OCTOBER 30: Jeremy Lamb #26 of the Indiana Pacers shoots the ball against the Toronto Raptors (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - OCTOBER 30: Jeremy Lamb #26 of the Indiana Pacers shoots the ball against the Toronto Raptors (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /
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Eric Paschall, Toronto Raptors
TORONTO, ON – JANUARY 7: Eric Paschall #0 of the Utah Jazz goes to the basket against Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images) /

2. Eric Paschall, Utah Jazz

Paschall appeared to be a part of the long-term framework in Golden State after his standout rookie season with the Warriors. After heading to the Jazz in 2021, Paschall put up some concerning performances that might make him a bit less attractive as a potential addition.

After averaging 14.0 points per game in his rookie year, Paschall scored just 5.8 points per game in Utah. His field goal percentage was the worst of his career, and his rebounding went down the drain thanks to his 1.8 boards per contest. That rookie year was a complete apparition.

Eric Paschall might not help the Toronto Raptors much.

Someone had to take the shots on a horrendous team like the Warriors of Paschall’s rookie year. When given a chance to play a role on a ready-made playoff team like the Jazz, Paschall fell on his face. He won’t be that dynamic bench piece Toronto needs.

Ujiri might be tempted to give Paschall another chance due to his versatility and mobility for a power forward his size, but he shouldn’t expect the Villanova product to be a cornerstone on the offensive end immediately. Be very wary of backing up the Brinks truck for him as a Thad Young replacement.