Toronto Raptors trade rumors: 3 players the Raptors could sign ahead of the trade deadline

#1 Dewayne Dedmon

Atlanta Hawks v Brooklyn Nets

Although Serge Ibaka has performed well while playing as the Raptors' center so far this season, the team still needs to add a reliable backup. Greg Monroe was signed to do this last summer, however, the Raptors have been extremely reluctant to give the 28-year-old minutes, and Monroe is averaging just 11 minutes per contest.

Meanwhile, over in Atlanta, Dewayne Dedmon has become a starter for the first time in his career, and there is no doubting that the 29-year-old is playing the best basketball of his career. Dedmon is currently averaging 10.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, and Shams Charania of The Athletic is reporting that the Hawks are willing to trade the center away due to his contract expiring. Dedmon looks to be the best option available to the Raptors ahead of the deadline, although the team may be reluctant to meet the Hawks asking price of a first round pick.