DeMar DeRozan is drawing interest from the Detroit Pistons and the Toronto Raptors after being waived by Sacramento. While the Raptors remain favorites for a reunion, the Pistons are exploring adding his scoring expertise to bolster their offense for the upcoming season.
Despite serious mutual interest from the Toronto Raptors to sign veteran forward DeMar DeRozan, another team is looking to enter the race.
According to Marc Stein, the Detroit Pistons are exploring the possibility of adding DeRozan in order to bolster their offense.
While the Raptors remain the main candidate to land the veteran, Detroit could be an interesting pick that could provide a bigger role for DeMar, since they require his offensive expertise.
The complete picture of DeRozan's suitors is set to emerge after LeBron James reveals his next team.
DeMar DeRozan open to reunite with Raptors?
After failing to land any trade resolutions, the Sacramento Kings waived DeMar DeRozan, making the six-time NBA All-Star one of the top free agents available.
Last season, he averaged 18.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 4.1 assists for Sacramento while shooting 49.7% from the field.
DeRozan has been linked to rumors surrounding LeBron James, with teams interested in the four-time MVP reportedly viewing him as a backup option if their pursuit of James falls through.
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As such, a return to the Raptors would truly require DeRozan to accept a significant change in his role. With RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes and Kawhi Leonard – once the trade becomes official – already occupying the team's wing, the 36-year-old veteran would likely have to transition into a bench role.
In the end, if DeRozan truly wants a return and the Raptors are open to the possibility, there appears to be no major obstacle preventing him from making a homecoming to Toronto.
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