Raptors Sign Markelle Fultz for Playoff Push

0:00It's March 24th. This is Toronto News today, AI-powered stories from your city. I'm Corey with the story. The Toronto Raptors just filled their final roster spot by signing former, number 1 overall pick, Markelle Fultz, to a 10-day contract. Fultz recently played for the Raptors' G-League team, Raptors 905, where he made six appearances since March 8th, averaging 9 points, 4 points and 6 points to assist per game. Fultz entered the league in 2017 as the top draft choice but has battled injuries throughout his career. He spent time with the Philadelphia 76ers, Orlando Magic and Sacramento Kings, with most of his prime years alongside the Magic from 2, 2019 to 2024. His former coach with the Magic Praise Fultz's hard work, determination, and positive locker-room presence, calling it a joy to coach him. For the Raptors, chasing their first playoff since 2022, Fultz brings valuable veteran

1:00smarts, including 15 playoff games. Under his belt, without stealing minutes from guards like a manual quickly or Jamal Shed, with only 20 days left in the regular season, Fultz could snack two 10-day deals to finish strong, but he'd need a new contract afterward to join, any postseason run. This move gives Toronto a low-risk shot at some steady leadership down the stretch.