The undisputed best player on the court in Game 2 of Raptors vs. Wizards, DeMar DeRozan continues to re-write his playoff resume. Through two games, he’s been playing on a different level, and put Toronto in a place they’ve never quite been before: in complete control.
Referring to himself as Neo, Sports Illustrated’s 36th ranked player heading into 2018 continues to prove doubters wrong in these playoffs. Much of DeRozan’s success has to do with the growth in his game, specifically his play-making. Per 100 possessions, he’s averaging two more assists than he did last playoffs — and nearly three more than he did two years ago.