[Saba Sports News] The chill between DeMar DeRozan and Masai Ujiri seems to be melting. DeRozan, of the Chicago Bulls, was ejected near the end of a game against the Raptors in Toronto for objecting to the Raptors’ decision to shoot despite a significant lead, rather than run down the clock. His protest led to a heated exchange and his ejection.
Given the game’s importance for the In-Season Tournament where point differences are crucial, the Raptors’ actions were justified. More significant than the ejection, however, was DeRozan’s warm exchange with Raptors president Ujiri post-game, indicating a possible reconciliation.
This is noteworthy considering DeRozan’s history with the Raptors and his previous trade, which he felt was mishandled by Ujiri.
With DeRozan’s free agency approaching and past rumors of his return to the Raptors, his improved rapport with Ujiri might pave the way for future possibilities.