Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili is declining his $2.8 million player option for the 2026/27 season, making him an unrestricted free agent when the market opens Tuesday evening.
The 27-year-old Georgian, represented by George Roussakis and Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports, enters free agency following a career-best year.
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Mamukelashvili appeared in 80 games for Toronto, averaging 11.2 points and 4.9 rebounds while shooting 52.3% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range.
He previously played on a $2.5 million veteran's minimum contract.
Market Interest and Projected Contract
Industry reports project Mamukelashvili could command multiyear deals exceeding $10 million per season, potentially reaching a significant portion of the $15 million non-taxpayer mid-level exception.
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The Raptors reportedly intend to offer around $10 million annually to retain him, but their pursuit of Kawhi Leonard and salary cap constraints may complicate matching external offers.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are seeking a frontcourt floor-spacer to replace Naz Reid, while the Boston Celtics view Mamukelashvili as a dynamic passing and shooting asset.
Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported that the Raptors hope to reach a new deal before the market opens, but Mamukelashvili is expected to have multiple suitors.
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If he signs elsewhere, Toronto could turn to internal options like draft pick Allen Graves or explore external targets such as Orlando's Moritz Wagner.
