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Player Preview: Betting on Ron Harper Jr.’s transformation to unlock his game

Ron Harper Jr. is one of the latest additions by the Toronto Raptors this upcoming season, securing a two-way contract immediately after going undrafted last June. A senior from Rutgers, Harper, was not just the offense, but the heart and soul of his team. He’s a ‘90s throwback wing who uses physicality and girth to create a scoring advantage.

Despite being Rutger’s go-to scorer, Harper Jr. primarily played at the Power Forward spot. At 6’4”, he was undersized for the position even at the collegiate level, which is one of the concerns about his game coming out of college, especially given his below-average athleticism and lateral quickness.