1 deal the Raptors must make while the 2025-26 NBA trade season is underway

The Toronto Raptors they were one of the surprise teams of the NBA season. They are currently 17-12 and in fifth place in the Eastern Conference, but have recently jumped as high as the second seed. After an earlier nine-game winning streak, Toronto has lost five of its last seven games. They are not a perfect team, and they may need to be make a trade to end their recent slump and truly compete in a conference that is more open than it has been in years.

The Raptors biggest weakness is probably their 3-point shooting. In an era known for the deep ball, Toronto ranks 26th in 3-point attempts per game at 32.8. The Raptors’ financial situation may prevent them from making a blockbuster trade, but they could make a deal with the Golden State Warriors for Moses Moody.

Raptors trade proposal for Moses Moody

The Raptors get: Moses Moody, two picks in the second round

Warriors get: broken black, Grady Dick

Many fans thought the Raptors core wouldn’t make contention, but so far the results have been better than expected. Toronto has plenty of length and defense. They’ve also done well in the playmaking department, as their 29.6 assists per game are third-most in the NBA. The team’s passing prowess would be improved with more 3-point threats.

Moody is in the top 50 in the entire NBA in 3-point attempts with six per game. He knocks down his shots from beyond the arc at a rate of 37.7%. Not only would Moody’s catch-and-shoot ability play well in Toronto, but he still has the size and defensive prowess the Raptors covet.

The Raptors’ top six have produced pretty good results this year. RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram and Immanuel Quickley combine for 76.7 points per game. Jakob Poeltl continues to be a solid rebounding and shot-blocking threat, and Sandro Mamukelasvili has made strides in Toronto. The Raptors offense thrives when the backup big man is on the floor.

However, none of the depth beyond these top six was particularly impressive, outside of maybe Jamal Sheed. The Raptors have drafted a number of players who should have contributed as 3-and-D players in recent years, but most of them haven’t panned out as expected. Collin Murray-Boyles is having a solid rookie season, but Despair Agbadji, Grady Dick, and Ja’Kobe Walter could all be considered disappointments.

Agbaji is shooting just 17.2% from deep and Dick is shooting 32.1% on 3-pointers. The Raptors might be willing to cut their losses in exchange for a player who can help make a postseason push. With Jason Tatum and Tyrese Halliburton is out for the seasonanyone can make a deep playoff run in the East. Moody isn’t necessarily a game-breaker, but he could give the Raptors the boost they need.

Would the Warriors trade Moses Moody?

The Warriors drafted Jonathan Cummings and Moody in the 2021 NBA draft lottery. They were expected to combine the end of the Warriors’ dynasty with optimism for the future. Although both players won championships, their careers were more often marred by limited opportunities on the field and trade rumors.

Moody recently signed a contract extension, but the Warriors may have to go all-in on another championship push before Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler are no longer fit to compete at the highest level. The Warriors are old, which has led to injuries and depth issues this year. In this deal, they trade a recent first-rounder who fell short for two.

Neither Agbaji nor Dick are starter-caliber players, but both are worthy of rotation minutes. With Green’s ability to get his teammates involved and the gravitas that is Curry’s offensive game, both Agbadji and Dick could improve with a change of scenery. The Warriors made a big move last season when they traded for Butler. Such a blockbuster deal likely won’t happen again, but the Warriors should be willing to make a move on the sidelines that could help Curry and Green try to win another championship.