DeMar DeRozan Says He Was the 'Sacrificial Lamb' in Raptors' March to NBA Finals The Raptors made their first NBA Finals in franchise history, and the former Raptors guard said he laid br the groundwork for Toronto's success. DeMar DeRozan, via 'Bleacher Report' DeMar DeRozan, via 'Bleacher Report' DeRozan was traded to the San Antonio Spurs br in the offseason after spending his first br nine seasons in Toronto. The Raptors landed star Kawhi Leonard br in the deal, who has been crucial to br the team's postseason run. DeRozan is still rooting for his "best friend," br Kyle Lowry, and the rest of his former br teammates in the NBA Finals. The Raptors and Warriors are tied 1-1 heading into Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night.