Raptors play tricky game with Gasol

PHILADELPHIA—Somewhere a logical middle ground exists with the Raptors and their use of Marc Gasol. They have found it before and need to find it again.

Gasol is one of the best passing big men in the NBA, and his abilities as a facilitator in Toronto’s offence have been a major reason behind the team’s success since he was acquired in February.

But he has also shown the ability to be a scorer if need be, and now that need is upon him.