Raptors Sign Cole Swider to 10-Day Contract

The Toronto Raptors have signed former Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider to a 10-day contract as they continue to rebuild their roster amidst a challenging season. Swider, who has spent significant time in the G League this season with impressive averages of 21.1 points and 6.2 rebounds, replaces Colin Castleton, whose 10-day contract expired. The Raptors are currently struggling, sitting 11th in the Eastern Conference and six games out of a playoff spot, largely due to injuries to key players like Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes. Swider, who went undrafted in 2022, has had brief stints with the Lakers, Miami Heat, and Detroit Pistons but now looks to make an impact in Toronto. The Raptors hope Swider can provide additional floor spacing and scoring options as they focus on player development. He is expected to see minutes in his debut against the Brooklyn Nets shortly after signing.