We’ve run through all 17 members of the 2020-21 Toronto Raptors. We’ve had a few thoughts. We’ve documented the latest contracts, and contemplated some potential deals. We’ve evenly keenly watched a few preseason contests. But now it’s time for some actual basketball games that matter. Tonight: the Raptors tip-off their 26th season against the New Orleans Pelicans. It’s the team’s home opener — even though it’s happening in Tampa.
Yes, the pall of Florida will hang over this season, there’s no denying that. While the Raptors are still the Raptors — with Kyle Lowry, Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam, and OG Anunoby as the core of the team — it won’t quite be the same this year until the whole gang tips off a game in Toronto.