Kawhi Leonard was so impressive, scoring a career-high 45 points to really carry the Raptors to the six-point victory. Somehow, he scored 45 without hitting a single three, just making 16 of his 19 twos and making 13 of his 17 free throws. Here’s his shot chart:
Which is more impressive, the 8-10 from mid-range or the 8-9 from around the rim? I’d have to say the former, given the shots he was taking. Leonard had the turnaround fadeaway jumper, the mid-range floater, and just the straight pull-up all working tonight.
But the rim finishing was just as good, with numerous tough reverse finishes around Rudy Gobert.