Dick was improving as a player in the first two seasons of his career, but things have slowed down in his third year in Toronto. Adding Brandon Ingram over the offseason made Dick’s role in the offense a little different, and he has struggled to respond to the changes in a positive way. <\/p>\n
This has resulted in drops in all major statistical categories, and it means that the Raptors could look to move on from Dick as his contract ends following the 2026-27 season. <\/p>\n
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New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson dribbles against Toronto Raptors guard\/forward Gradey Dick. | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images<\/p>\n
The Raptors could trade Dick<\/a> for a player that fits his archetype or they could do it simply to open up a roster spot that could go to a rookie the team can develop or for a free agent that feels more comfortable in that kind of role.<\/p>\n “Following a breakout sophomore season, Gradey Dick’s role has been reduced significantly now. His 6.3 points in 14.9 minutes a game are both career lows,” Bleacher Report contributor Greg Swartz wrote.<\/p>\n “The former lottery pick is extension eligible this offseason, although it’s hard to imagine the Raptors giving him any kind of real money given his current role. Dick could request a trade to a location where the opportunity would be more plentiful.<\/p>\n “With a core that should land them a top-6 seed in the East, the Raptors will likely only make their bench players available via trade instead.”<\/p>\n The Raptors are locked in with their core since all of them are on hefty, long-term deals. RJ Barrett is the only one not signed<\/a> through the 2026-27 season. He will also receive some trade interest, but a contract extension could also be in the cards, especially after a strong second half of the season.<\/p>\n