If you’ve read more than one of these Rap-Ups, you probably know by now that my glass is almost always half-full. (And if you’re a first-time reader: WELCOME!)
Last week, we were lauding the Raptors offense after a couple of signature victories against the upstart Grizzlies and defending champion Warriors. In the middle of their 8-game win streak, Toronto reeled off five straight games of at least 122 points.
Over the next five games, however, the Raptors quietly put together their best defensive stretch of the season, limiting opponents to 106 points or less.