Raptors Target Bold Trade Deadline Moves, Not Ja Morant

Merlin sees Toronto gearing up for a busy deadline. GM Bobby Webster "is scouring the market for bold moves that could accelerate the Raptors' timeline," and the front office says it is "feeling pressure to win." Sources add they want "a significant move because they feel some heat to justify their jobs." The club sits 25-19 and fourth in the East, but reports say they are not pursuing Ja Morant and that "timing doesn't seem right" for Anthony Davis. Merlin senses caution beneath the urgency. For the high school fan watching, expect Webster to chase smart, less risky upgrades rather than a headline grab that costs the future. The Raptors are in position to nudge toward contention, but a hasty blockbuster could undo their progress. Watch for targeted veteran additions and contract-savvy swaps.