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Raptors Sign Mo Bamba to Non‑Guaranteed Deal to Bolster Size at Center

The contract remains non‑guaranteed until Jan. 10, putting his audition on a tight clock with cap implications.

Overview

  • Mo Bamba made his Raptors debut with four minutes in a 107–106 win over the Magic after signing on a one‑year deal.
  • Team officials confirmed the pact does not fully guarantee until Jan. 10, creating an extended tryout window.
  • Head coach Darko Rajakovic said Bamba will supply rim protection and rebounding as Jakob Poeltl rehabs a lower‑back issue for at least another week.
  • Bamba earned the call‑up after averaging roughly 16.5 points, 12 rebounds and notable blocks in 14 G League games for Salt Lake City.
  • Spotrac’s analysis indicates Toronto is about $475,000 over the first apron and roughly $2.1 million over the tax line following the move, making further cap management decisions likely before key deadlines.