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Raptors sign and waive Tyreke Key

The Toronto Raptors have signed and waived guard Tyreke Key, according to Blake Murphy.

Murphy explained that the move mirrors Toronto’s decision with Quincy Guerrier a day earlier, designed to provide Raptors 905 players with Exhibit 0 deals that give them elevated salaries while securing their G League rights.

Key, a former Tennessee guard, went undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft before joining Toronto’s G League affiliate. He played 26 games for Raptors 905 during the 2024–25 season, averaging 5.7 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assist in 17.3 minutes per contest.

The 6-foot-3 guard shot 50 percent from the field and 37.8 percent from three-point range, giving the 905 a reliable bench option throughout the campaign.

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By signing and waiving Key, the Raptors ensured that he will remain with Raptors 905 in the upcoming G League season. These types of transactions are common in the NBA as teams look to strengthen their developmental pipeline while managing roster flexibility.

Toronto is entering the 2025–26 season with a new-look front office following the departure of longtime executive Masai Ujiri after the 2025 NBA Draft. The team drafted Collin Murray-Boyles and Alijah Martin.

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