Toronto Raptors
Vegas Over/Under: 48.5
Fromal’s Record Projection: 48-34
The Bet: Prevent but lean under
Though the Toronto Raptors’ offseason may be deemed a favorable since they managed to retain Kyle Lowry and Serge Ibaka, they didn’t escape scot-free.
Cory Joseph and DeMarre Carroll were traded away to fresh locations, which puts a lot more pressure on Delon Wright and new registering C.J. Miles to fill the shoes of the deceased contributors.
Luckily, they ought to be able to.
Joseph wasn’t especially successful in Toronto, and Wright has significantly more upside as Lowry’s primary backup. And after Carroll proved a separation on his new contract, Miles should match with his spot-up prowess and willingness to do the little things so well.
All these are strong but largely lateral motions, containing high floors but little more than hints at loftier ceilings.
The Raptors went 51-31 last year, which was a true representation of their abilities.
However, regression is arriving –not because of roster moves, but rather players slipping down in the leaguewide pecking order. Lowry is another year removed from his 30th birthday (terrible news for a point guard), Ibaka is no spring chicken and the group is relying on even more childhood for its depth, which could result in some inconsistent showings.
Toronto should still finish towards the top of the Eastern Conference; our projections have them in No. 4. But compelling for 50 wins might be asking a bit much.
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