Fansided · Jun 27, 2019
How does the Lakers clearing cap space affect the Toronto Raptors?
Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN earlier reported that the Los Angeles Lakers have now cleared enough cap space to offer a max contract. How does that affect the Toronto Raptors?
Contrary to popular belief, the race to acquire the long-term services of Kawhi Leonard might no longer be a two-horse race. Originally, it seemed like only the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Clippers were in the running for the two-time Finals MVP, with the Lakers cap frailties proving to be the pioneer of their downfall in the hunt for another star.
The news first broke by Adrian Wojnarowski on Thursday afternoon has shifted that presumption entirely.