The Raptors haven’t been receiving much media attention as it nears playoff time, but don’t be surprised if they silently win the East.
The Toronto Raptors have become a difficult team to invest trust in come playoff time. They were nothing short of abysmal last season in the playoffs, losing every game to the Washington Wizards by an average of 14 points, while appearing sluggish and defeated on the court. The year before that, they lost as a three-seed to the dysfunctional Brooklyn Nets after having a 3-2 series lead. This year, however, is a different Raptors team, and they are primed to usurp the King, a.