The Toronto Raptors introduced DeMarre Carroll prior to last season as one of the biggest, splashiest free agent signings in franchise history. Sadly enough, severe health issues crippled our small forward’s regular season and playoffs. He suffered a knee injury and played just 26 regular-season games. His return to the team during the playoff run was almost as painful to watch as it must have been for him to endure.
DeMarre is at training camp, but still not 100%. Coach Dwane Casey expects him to be ready to answer the bell when the games get real, but I’m not convinced.