Toronto still has one important roster decision left to make before training camp. While much of the attention has focused on first-round pick Allen Graves and undrafted center Nate Bittle, another Summer League standout continues strengthening his case for the Raptors’ final open two-way contract. After another impressive outing in Las Vegas, Seth Lundy is becoming impossible to ignore.
Why Seth Lundy Should Be Considered for Raptors Two-Way Contract
Lundy Has Earned Another Opportunity
Lundy has quietly become one of Toronto’s most consistent Summer League performers. Against the Indiana Pacers, the 26-year-old finished with 22 points while knocking down four of his seven 3-point attempts. More importantly, he sealed the victory with a game-saving block in the closing seconds, showing the type of effort Toronto values on the defensive end. It was another reminder that Lundy is much more than simply a shooter.
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His experience also separates him from many players competing for the final roster spots. He played nine games for the Atlanta Hawks during the 2023-24 season and understands the role expected from a supporting wing. He doesn’t need the offense built around him to make an impact.
Instead, he spaces the floor, competes defensively, moves well without the basketball, and consistently plays within the flow of the offense. Those are exactly the traits head coach Darko Rajaković has emphasized since arriving in Toronto.
Why a Two-Way Deal Makes Sense
The Raptors currently have two of their three two-way contracts occupied as Summer League ends and training camp looms. That flexibility gives Toronto an opportunity to reward the player who consistently earns it instead of making a rushed decision.
Lundy’s two-way contract would represent very little risk while giving Toronto another experienced wing capable of contributing at either level — whether it’s developing with Raptors 905 or helping the main team if injuries arise.
Unlike many Summer League scorers, Lundy’s game projects naturally into a complementary NBA role. Shooting, defense and positional versatility remain among the league’s most valuable role-player skills, and he has demonstrated all three throughout his time in Las Vegas.
Nate Bittle Could Change the Equation
One factor that could benefit Lundy is Bittle’s situation in Toronto. If the Raptors decide that Bittle deserves a standard deal after training camp, the organization would maintain additional flexibility while still rewarding one of its most intriguing young centers.
That scenario would leave the final two-way position available for a player like Lundy, whose combination of experience and Summer League production has been difficult to overlook.
Lundy Fits Toronto’s Defensive Identity
Toronto has made its priorities clear over the past two offseasons. The organization continues targeting players who defend multiple positions, compete on every possession, and willingly embrace complementary roles. That philosophy continued this summer by adding Graves, another versatile defender who fits the culture Rajaković has established and who can help the organization immediately. Lundy brings many of those same characteristics.
Although he will never be asked to create offense like Scottie Barnes or Collin Murray-Boyles, he can provide spacing while defending opposing wings, making quick decisions with the basketball, and playing within Toronto’s defensive structure. Championship-caliber teams are built around players willing to excel with those responsibilities.
The Decision May Already Be Easier
Summer League alone should never determine a player’s future. However, it can force organizations to take a closer look. That is exactly what Lundy has accomplished. Every strong performance increases the likelihood that Lundy’s two-way conversations continue well beyond Las Vegas.
Whether through his perimeter shooting, defensive competitiveness, or veteran approach, he has consistently shown he belongs in Toronto’s long-term plans. If he finishes Summer League playing at this level, the Raptors may discover that their final two-way decision is far less complicated than it initially appeared.
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