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Interestingly, the market for Ingram appears cooled largely due to his injury problems. With other contending teams like the Sacramento Kings and Milwaukee Bucks less interested while Ingram is sidelined, the Raptors seemingly have an opportunity to negotiate from a position of strength. This would likely allow Toronto to acquire him without taxing their assets significantly – a particularly enticing option for a franchise keen on avoiding long-term contracts given the looming luxury tax issues.
Furthermore, Ingram's current injury presents a case for the Raptors’ tanking strategy. His absence would mean any potential trade would not disrupt the team's current intentions of developing young talent while regrouping for future success.