Illinois Basketball Forward Quincy Guerrier Signs with Toronto Raptors

Illinois Basketball Forward Quincy Guerrier Signs with Toronto Raptors

Former Illinois Basketball forward Quincy Guerrier has signed an exhibit-10 deal with the Toronto Raptors. Guerrier played one year with the Illini during the 2023-2024 season and was an integral part of their success. The 6-foot-8 Montreal native averaged 9.6 points and 6.1 rebounds on 37.4 three-point percentage. Guerrier has an NBA body and has shown he is an elite rebounder at the forward position. Though he went undrafted, it will be cool to see him compete for a final roster spot on the only NBA team in his home country. Quincy will hopefully be able to show his rebounding prowess, athleticism, and three-point stroke at the NBA level and will certainly get his chance in the NBA summer league.

What is an Exhibit-10 Contract?

An Exhibit-10 deal is a term many are not familiar with. Per the Sports Business Classroom, an Exhibit 10 deal is defined as the following:

“It allows a franchise to convert a player (specifically on a non-guaranteed one-year minimum) to a two-way contract. A player can sign for an Exhibit 10 bonus of up to $50,000. If converted, the two-way contract is guaranteed for that amount.

Additionally, a player who is waived (and clears waivers) before the season on Exhibit 10 can sign with the G League to play for the NBA team’s affiliate franchise. If that player sticks with the G League team for at least 60 days, they’ll receive their Exhibit 10 bonus. An affiliate player in the G League is technically a free agent eligible to sign with any NBA team.”

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