The NBA’s lone Canadian franchise made its biggest splash since Kawhi Leonard last week when the Toronto Raptors initiated a trade for Brandon Ingram. While this move won’t lead to an immediate championship like Kawhi’s did,

Ingram will now be a part of another talented forward duo, joining Scottie Barnes in Toronto. Developing the kind of relationship with Scottie that it sounds like he had with Zion should go a long way to helping Ingram acclimate and make the most of his time with the Raptors.

Jan 28, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) reacts with guard Gradey Dick (1) after taking the lead in the final seconds against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Wednesday, the eve of the trade deadline, ended up being Ingram’s last day as a Pelican. It's a trade that feels a lot like one the Saints made in early November when they traded Marshon Lattimore. Both Ingram and Lattimore will go down as arguably the best player at their position in their team's history. Both were plagued by injuries.

The Toronto Raptors' trade for Brandon Ingram graded after sending Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, and draft picks to the New Orleans Pelicans.