Both teams in tonight’s matchup have already been eliminated from playoff contention, and the Raptors’ injury report reflects that.
Nine players on Toronto’s roster are officially out for the game tonight, two of whom are resting following yesterday’s loss to the Pacers. Already out of the playoffs and riddled with injuries, player development and injury avoidance are paramount in this last week of the season.
On the second half of back to back games with travel, the Nets were going to be a tough matchup even if the Raptors were mostly healthy. Rather than looking for a win, fans can look for players in elevated roles to get more touches and see what they’re made of.