Ochai Agbaji, the Toronto Raptors’ promising forward, was unable to finalize a contract extension by the critical October 21 deadline. This date marked the last chance for NBA teams to secure rookie-scale extensions for their 2022 Draft class players.
Agbaji’s Breakout Season
Agbaji had a standout season with the Raptors in 2024-25. He participated in 64 games, of which 45 were as a starter, averaging 27.2 minutes on the court per game. During this period, he scored double figures for the first time in his career, reaching an average of 10.4 points per game.
Shooting Efficiency
- Field Goal Percentage: 49.8%
- Three-Point Percentage: 39.9%
Along with his scoring, Agbaji contributed significantly with 3.8 rebounds and 0.9 steals per game, demonstrating his all-around game improvement.
Background and Career Path
Agbaji was selected 14th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, he never played for them. After two seasons with the Utah Jazz, he joined the Raptors in a trade involving Kelly Olynyk, which included a first-round pick sent to Utah.
As he enters the final year of his rookie contract, Agbaji is set to earn $6.38 million. Following this season, he will become a restricted free agent in the 2026 offseason.
Teammate RJ Barrett Also Without Extension
Agbaji was not alone in missing the extension deadline. His teammate RJ Barrett also did not secure a new deal before the cutoff.
Upcoming Events
Fans will have the opportunity to engage with the Raptors as Raptors Republic is organizing a watch party for the upcoming season opener. More details are available through their official channels.
