Things are less hectic than usual for the Raptors. The team is nearing full health with Serge Ibaka’s return earlier in the week and Kyle Lowry getting close, but still day-to-day with a back injury. The team will also enjoy a lighter schedule this week, facing the Orlando Magic tonight and the Chicago Bulls on Sunday.
As the Raptors’ rotations fall back in place, the focus can shift to the team’s chemistry. The bench unit will still of course miss Jonas Valanciunas, but Norman Powell has stepped up, playing cool and calm in four straight games since returning from injury.