5 huge trades for Toronto Raptors star Pascal Siakam amid rumors

TORONTO, ON - OCTOBER 26: Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half of their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on October 26, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, 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 Mark Blinch/Getty Images) /

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SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 19: Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors drives to the basket against Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) /

Trade No. 3: The Kings trade veterans for Pascal Siakam

The Kings already have two of their cornerstones in Domantas Sabonis and De’Aaron Fox, but it is fair to question how far a team with those two at the tip of the spear can go. With plenty of first-round picks at their disposal, Sacramento is in a position to make a win-now trade.

Barnes being traded opens up a spot for Siakam in the Kings’ lineup while giving Toronto a quality veteran starter who could help mitigate his loss on offense. Huerter would be a terrific Sixth Man, as his shooting and proven clutch scoring are two traits this roster sorely needs.

The Kings need Toronto Raptors star Pascal Siakam.

The Raptors may not have a pick in 2024 due to their various trades, but any deal in which multiple firsts could be recouped would be a win. The Kings have been making some aggressive moves lately, and dealing picks for Siakam would keep in line with that philosophy.

While Sacramento could be a substandard defensive team yet again due to the Sabonis-Siakam rim protection tandem, they have all the ingredients needed to overwhelm Western Conference contenders with a deluge of proficient and efficient scorers if this goes down.