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Raptors Targeted with Stanford Rim-Attacker Ebuka Okorie at Pick 19

Ebuka Okorie's elite scoring could ignite Toronto's half-court offense.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 131 min read
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What happened: Stanford guard Ebuka Okorie is emerging as a top draft target for the Toronto Raptors with the 19th overall pick. Okorie is widely regarded as the premier rim-attacker in the 2026 class, following a standout freshman season where he led the ACC in scoring at 23.2 points per game.

Why it matters: Toronto finished 21st in three-point percentage during the 2025-26 season and seeks dynamic playmaking to complement core pieces like Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett. Okorie's ability to create high-percentage looks in isolation addresses a critical need for secondary shot creation in Darko Rajakovic's system.

By the numbers: Ebuka Okorie (Stanford, Freshman): 23.2 PPG, 3.6 APG, 46.5% FG, 83.2% FT.

What to watch: Draft analysts will monitor if Okorie’s stock rises into the lottery during individual workouts or if Toronto secures him at 19.

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