However, no matter their motive for getting him, his acquisition is good news for the Philadelphia 76ers. Ingram improves the Raptors immensely, making it likelier for the Sixers to get a top-six lottery pick when the season ends. Given how poorly things have gone for them, Philadelphia should aspire to do so at this point in the season.

The Raptors secured a massive trade and contract extension for Brandon Ingram. He now shared his "All-Star" mindset for 2025.

The Raptors acquired Ingram, who hasn't played since Dec. 7 due to a sprained ankle, in a deal with the Pelicans last week.

The Raptors will be the third team the former No. 2 overall pick has played for in his professional career. Shortly after the blockbuster deal, Ingram signed a three-year extension with Toronto. In an introduction press conference, the elite wing explained his reasoning for being with his new franchise for the long run.

The Toronto Raptors didn't hesitate when it came time to commit to Brandon Ingram after this month's trade deadline. However, Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported Friday that Ingram's three-year, $120 million extension with the Raptors was likely more than the forward would have obtained in free agency,

Brandon Ingram has not played a basketball game since December 7, missing over two months of action. Ingram's inability to stay healthy on the court this season was a big reason why the New Orleans Pelicans decided to move on from him and not pay the max contract.