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In both cases, it's not hard to understand the appeal. Leonard, Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles (assuming he wouldn't be in the deal) would be a ferocious defensive trio with the Raptors. And for the Spurs, pairing Victor Wembanyama with the two-time Finals MVP might make them instant title favorites.

As option day approaches, the belief around the league, according to multiple sources, is that Lakers guard Marcus Smart will opt out and seek a longer-term deal in unrestricted free agency. Smart, 32, was a critical piece for the Lakers last season ...

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