The story of the next two weeks — or longer — for the Toronto Raptors will be how to sustain offense without their All-NBA leader Pascal Siakam.
In the early part of the season, the Raptors have been stale trying to create opportunities in the half court. Siakam has been a salve, though. He’s been able to create his own shot anywhere from 28 feet and in, while blossoming as a creator — building chemistry with Scottie Barnes and other cutters and shooters on the roster. Without Siakam, the Raptors, by necessity, will need to find another focal point on offense — or otherwise try a committee approach where everyone gets out and scores in transition.