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Raptors Lock Up Jonas Valanciunas, But Still Badly Needs Stretch-4 Like Markief Morris

Cesar Tordesillas   |

Aug 21, 2015 07:00 PM EDT

The Toronto Raptors are close to finalizing four-year contract extension with center Jonas Valanciunas, reportedly for over $60 million. However, the Raptors need to pursue a trade for Phoenix Suns power forward Markieff Morris to fill their need for a starting stretch four. With most NBA teams able to utilize the small-ball scheme with players who can stretch the floor from the power forward position, the Raptors are at a big disadvantage.