The Indiana Pacers are interested in Toronto Raptors stars OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam, according to NBA insider Michael Grange of Sportsnet.
Siakam becomes an unrestricted free agent after this season, while Anunoby is expected to become a free agent as well after he declines his 2024-25 player option.
The Raptors and Siakam are not close in extension talks. Each side views December 30 as a potential deadline to reach a decision. Siakam can sign with Toronto for up to four years and $192 million until June 30.
The Pacers have been linked to Siakam and Anunoby since this past offseason. Indiana believes it is one player away from becoming a real threat in the East since Tyrese Haliburton has turned into a superstar.
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Siakam is averaging 21.3 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5.2 assists this season while shooting 50.7% from the field, 24.1% from beyond the arc and 75.7% from the free-throw line. The two-time All-Star is making $37.9 million.
Meanwhile, Anunoby is averaging 15.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 48.6% overall, 37.1% from 3 and 71.7% from the foul line. The All-NBA defender is making $18.6 million.
It’s difficult to get a read on what the Raptors plan to do at the trade deadline. Some teams believe they will be buyers, while other clubs think they will be sellers. Toronto is 12-18 on the season, 11th place in the Eastern Conference standings.
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It will be fascinating to see what the Raptors do with Siakam and Anunoby. The Pacers are certainly hoping that they can acquire one of Toronto’s marquee players.
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