Navigating their last two contests without the team's only true center, veteran Jakob Poeltl, who is currently dealing with a back issue, the Raptors have had to experiment with their starting lineup. They've taken a route that pays homage to recent years, reflecting the style of the current NBA, and also offering a glimpse into the future — all at the same time. Toronto is certainly not the first to do it, but the starting five recently rolled out by the Raptors — Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, and rookie Collin Murray-Boyles — has been proving effective in the small sample size so far and has resulted in two straight wins.
Raptors just gave the NBA a glimpse into the future with fascinating lineup
