Toronto Raptors have explored the top end of the market, with Anthony Davis representing the most ambitious frontcourt option under consideration.
The Raptors are among several teams monitoring Davis’ situation in Dallas as the Mavericks weigh their long-term direction.
The challenge for Toronto lies in both cost and structure. Davis is earning $54.1 million this season and is under contract for one more year at $58.5 million, with a massive $62.8 million player option for 2027–28.
Any team acquiring him must be prepared not only to match salary but also to address his desire for a new extension as soon as this offseason.
Dallas, meanwhile, is not expected to be eager to take back long-term money, which complicates direct negotiations with Toronto.
That dynamic could push talks toward a multi-team framework or force the Raptors to attach meaningful draft compensation to offset unwanted contracts.
From Toronto’s perspective, Davis would immediately solve their center issues and elevate the roster’s ceiling, but the risks are obvious.
His age, injury history, and contract demands create a narrow margin for error.
If Toronto pursues this path, it would signal a clear commitment to a win-now timeline rather than a longer-term reset.
Raptors Have Shown Interest In Anthony Davis, Domantas Sabonis https://t.co/XygjpJoZj7
— RealGM (@RealGM) January 7, 2026
