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Former Phoenix Suns point guard Steve Nash was close to signing with the Toronto Raptors in 2012, but ultimately chose the Los Angeles Lakers due to personal reasons related to his divorce and the need to be close to his children. The Raptors offered Nash a lucrative contract and even enlisted Wayne Gretzky for a recruitment video, but his desire to be near his kids in Phoenix led him to join the Lakers instead, despite the emotional pull of playing in Canada. Nash reflected on the missed opportunity, acknowledging the appeal of playing for the Raptors and their dedicated fan base.
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