Why The Toronto Raptors Do The Deal 

Perhaps the Raptors would rather stay the course. They may feel that after firing Nick Nurse, a fresh voice will get more out of this core. 

Perhaps. On the other hand, this roster has limitations. The Raptors are stacked with playmaking wings who can’t shoot on the move. 

Meanwhile, this would have to entice them. The fifth overall pick may not land them a franchise player – but it may. They’ll certainly have plenty of options with this selection. 

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Cameron Whitmore is a powerful, skilled guard who can create in the half-court. Ausar Thompson has an elite athletic profile. Jarace Walker looks like an impactful two-way forward. 

If you believe in any of them, that is.