Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley saw his love repaid in full during his time in Toronto and said he's "absolutely" open to staying in the city.
During the Raptors' end-of-season media day on Monday, Quickley was asked about the potential of him re-signing in Toronto, and though he didn't clear up questions about progress towards a potential extension, he made it clear that he's loved being in Canada in the few months since being acquired in a trade mid-season.
"Absolutely love Toronto. Since the day I got here they've done nothing but show me love," Quickley said when asked about the possibility of extending in the city. "Love is an action word, it's not just something you throw around. They've done that from the day I got here to today."
Quickley, 24, joined the Raptors as part of the deal that sent OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks earlier this season. He's in the final year of his rookie contract and is set to become a restricted free agent this summer.
Since joining the Raptors, the guard has upped his averages to 18.6 points, 4.8. rebounds and 6.8 assists while maintaining his impressive 39.5 per cent rate from deep. He has also started all 38 games he's appeared in after not making any starts with the Knicks earlier this season.
"Obviously the team and my agent have to handle everything, but I love being here in Toronto," Quickley said. "Absolutely."
The Raptors will have the ability to match any deal Quickley might get from another team.
Scottie Barnes spoke about what Quickley brings to the team and why having him and RJ Barrett, who was also part of the deal with the Knicks, have had such a positive influence on the club as they enter a period of transition.
"Those are two strong dudes and they come in every single day positive," Barnes said. "Super happy, super caring. They come in with the biggest smiles on their face.
"Quick is just always happy."
Barnes, who has one year left on his rookie contract but is eligible for an extension this off-season, said that he's just taking it as it goes when it comes to re-upping and that he's "staying patient."
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