After a sharp decline in production, Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick reportedly seeks a fresh start.
The Toronto Raptors have several important decisions to make this offseason, and one of the most intriguing involves Gradey Dick. After entering the 2025-26 season expected to play a significant role in Toronto’s rotation, the 2023 first-round pick saw his minutes and production decline sharply as the year progressed.
Dick averaged 14.0 minutes per game and fell out of the rotation entirely after the All-Star break, including during the Raptors’ playoff run. The 22-year-old averaged 6.0 points per game after posting 14.4 points per contest the previous season. His efficiency also declined as his opportunities became more limited.
According to Sportsnet’s Michael Grange, Dick is reportedly open to a change of scenery, with both the player and organization willing to consider a fresh start following a difficult campaign.
Toronto’s roster situation already puts pressure on the front office to evaluate Dick’s future with the franchise. With major financial commitments already tied to Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram, RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, the Raptors will need to be mindful of their long-term cap flexibility. Dick is entering the final guaranteed season of his rookie contract and is set to earn $7.13 million in 2026-27, making him a realistic trade candidate if the front office looks to reshape the roster.
Dick’s stock may not be as high as it was a year ago, but there are still reasons for teams to be interested. He is a young wing with a proven shooting background and former lottery-level pedigree. Players with floor-spacing ability rarely lack suitors around the league, and teams with draft assets like the Brooklyn Nets and Utah Jazz can swing in.
The Raptors would likely be best served targeting young rotational players or future draft compensation if they decide to trade Dick. Teams searching for inexpensive shooting and developmental upside could view Dick as a worthwhile buy-low opportunity, particularly if they believe a larger role could help him rediscover the form he showed earlier in his career.
Dick remains extension-eligible this summer and would become a restricted free agent in 2027 if no extension is reached. That gives Toronto time to evaluate the market without feeling pressure to force a deal. The Raptors hold the leverage in any negotiations and should avoid attaching premium assets simply to move his contract.
While Dick no longer appears to be a core piece alongside Barnes, Ingram and Barrett, that does not mean Toronto should rush into a decision. The organization has invested three years in his development, and his shooting ability still carries value around the league.
The Raptors took a significant step forward this season, returning to the playoffs for the first time since 2022 and establishing a foundation they believe can compete in the Eastern Conference. Whether Dick remains part of that future or ultimately moves elsewhere remains to be seen.
But a trade may ultimately make sense for both sides, and if it happens, the Raptors should ensure they get maximum value in return.
