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Found December 10, 2011 on Pro Sports Daily: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Mickael Pietrus,  Rasual Butler,  DeMar DeRozan
TEAMS: Toronto Raptors,  Phoenix Suns,  Chicago Bulls
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It appears the Toronto Raptors will not be acquiring Phoenix Suns guard Mickael Pietrus, after all.The Raptors are reportedly expected to sign veteran shooting guard Rasual Butler. The 32-year-old spent last season with the Chicago Bulls, averaging 4.7 points and 1.6 rebounds in 47 games.Butler is expected to serve as the backup to young starter DeMar DeRozan at the 2-gard position.Toronto appeared to have a deal in place to acquire Pietrus from the Suns, but it fell through sometime Friday.
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