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Former Tennessee Guard Tyreke Key Signs With Toronto Raptors
Key spent the last two seasons with the Raptors' G-League squad before earning an NBA contract.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:24pm
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The signing of former Tennessee guard Tyreke Key by the Toronto Raptors represents an opportunity for the young player to showcase his skills at the NBA level.Rocky Top TodayFormer Tennessee basketball guard Tyreke Key has been signed by the Toronto Raptors after an impressive stint with their G-League affiliate, Raptors 905. Key played his first four collegiate seasons at Indiana State before transferring to Tennessee for the 2022-2023 campaign, where he helped the Volunteers reach the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
Why it matters
Key's signing with the Raptors represents an opportunity for the former Tennessee standout to showcase his skills at the NBA level after going undrafted. His journey from the G-League to the NBA also highlights the development pathway for many college players aspiring to reach the professional ranks.
The details
In 47 games with Raptors 905 this season, Key averaged 14.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists. He shot 51.4% from the field and 40% from three-point range. During his lone season at Tennessee, Key averaged 8.2 points, 1.3 assists, and 2.5 rebounds per game, helping the Volunteers reach the Sweet 16 of the 2023 NCAA Tournament.
- Key played for Tennessee during the 2022-2023 season.
- He signed an Exhibit-10 contract with the Toronto Raptors last September.
- The Raptors announced Key's signing on Monday, April 6, 2026.
The players
Tyreke Key
A former guard for the Tennessee Volunteers basketball team who has now signed with the Toronto Raptors of the NBA.
Rick Barnes
The head coach of the Tennessee Volunteers basketball team, who has coached 47 players who have gone on to reach the NBA, including 13 from Tennessee.
What they’re saying
“Tyreke Key becomes the 47th player coached by Rick Barnes, during his head coaching tenure, to reach the NBA. That list includes 13 @Vol_Hoops players.”
— Alex Schwartz
What’s next
With just four games left in the regular season, the Raptors will look to secure a playoff spot as they close out the year with back-to-back home games against Miami, a road game at New York, and a home game against Brooklyn.
The takeaway
Tyreke Key's journey from Indiana State to Tennessee and now the NBA's Toronto Raptors showcases the development pathway for many college basketball players aspiring to reach the professional ranks. His signing with the Raptors provides an opportunity for the former Volunteer to showcase his skills at the highest level of the sport.
