OG Anunoby

In the latest batch of Toronto Raptors news, an OG Anunoby trade with the Knicks was discussed and an insider hinted at some friction behind the scenes.

Smart said that he was going to “let Fred do the talking” to avoid a fine, implying that he agrees with [VanVleet’s R-rated assertions.](https://raptorsrapture.com/2023/03/09/watch-raptors-fred-vanvleet-referees-clippers-video/) - Charles Barkley was one of many current and former NBA players who offered their council to Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant, saying he needs to “grow up.” “You can’t screw this up,” Barkley said. [Bleacher Report regraded](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10067534-re-grading-2023-nba-trade-deadlines-biggest-deals-1-month-later?share=other)the Poeltl trade, giving Toronto a C and the Spurs an A-. Smith](https://raptorsrapture.com/2023/03/10/raptors-fred-vanvleet-stephen-a-smith-ben-taylor-drama/)and Marcus Smart among those who have supported Fred VanVleet in his crusade against NBA official Ben Taylor. Beck implied that the Poeltl trade was a sign that the front office is completely behind the team’s core and believed that they could compete for a championship, but the players don’t believe in this group. Considering Anunoby’s rumored trade request, that was quite a bold bet to make.