Anthony Bennett has cleared waivers and will become an unrestricted free agent.

The Toronto Raptors are a strong frontrunner to sign Bennett, who grew up in the area.

Bennett's reps pushed for a buyout with Minnesota and tried to dissuade teams from claiming him on waivers.

The Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers could have claimed Bennett using cap space, while the Cleveland Cavaliers could have used a trade exception to absorb Bennett.