Masai Ujiri has had a profound impact on the basketball community. He recently released a farewell video through Giants of Africa, sharing his heartfelt sentiments for Toronto and gratitude for being part of the Raptors franchise. In the video, he reflects on the bond he shares with the city, emphasizes the importance of community for his family, and acknowledges the journey of the Toronto Raptors. Ujiri expresses lasting connections forged through basketball and the collective achievements of Toronto and its citizens.
"Toronto, Canada. I love you. The country that welcomed me. The city that became home. This bond we share will last forever."
"Now, a new chapter begins. But your love will always be with me. Basketball brought me here, but beyond this beautiful game, we are always connected. And for that I am so thankful."
"It's the only home all of my children have known. Their friends and community have helped shape them into who they are, and they'll have lasting impact on who they will all become. My wife Ramuta has built roots here that will last a lifetime. Our connections with the city and its many communities are unbreakable."
"When disbelief and doubt rain on us, the same downpour nourished the grounds we rose from. Day ones 1995 till now. The Toronto Raptors. We the North ascended together and as a city, as a nation, as a team, we became champions."
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