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Milwaukee Bucks and four other teams the Raptors should keep an eye on for big trades

The Raptors may be ready to make a big move.
ByElaine Blum|
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Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images | Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

The Raptors could quickly decide that they are ready for a big splash on the trade market. GM Bobby Webster said that they would approach the offseason with an opportunistic mindset, and Scottie Barnes officially reached the next level in the playoffs. If a star becomes available this summer, the Raptors could cash in on their assets and try to turn this team into a contender right away. 

What exactly they can do depends on who will even be available, and there are a few teams to keep an eye on this summer.

The Milwaukee Bucks

The Bucks are reportedly open to trade offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP will draw attention from various teams looking to add a superstar to go from good to great. Toronto could be one of those teams. If the opportunity presents itself, they won’t want to miss out on a superstar who fits their preference for big two-way forwards. It would be a costly move, though.

Denver Nuggets

After a first-round loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Nuggets president and governor Josh Kroenke said that he would consider trading anyone but Nikola Jokic. If that’s true, the Raptors may have a chance to go after a Canadian All-Star. Jamal Murray would certainly address some of the team’s most pressing offensive issues as a 39% 3-point shooter for his career and an elite playmaker. 

Houston Rockets

After a disappointing playoff run that ended in a 4-2 first-round loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, Kevin Durant trade rumors are already swirling around the Rockets. Durant is 37 years old and drama seemingly follows him around, but he is still a great 3-point shooter and shot creator. His presence could make a huge difference for the Raptors, but it would also put a ton of pressure on the team to win in the playoffs immediately. 

Cleveland Cavaliers

If the Cavs’ postseason run ends in disappointment, like a failure to make the conference finals yet again, they may consider breaking up their core of Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen. The Raptors would be a very different offensive team with a shot-creator and scorer like Mitchell in the backcourt. 

New Orleans Pelicans

The Pelicans may not have a big-time star that the Raptors would be interested in, but Trey Murphy III would solve a lot of their problems. He averaged over 20 points per game and at least 36% shooting on eight attempts per contest from three for the past two seasons. He would also fit the team’s defensive identity and add more size to an already long team. 

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