There are traits that have become synonymous with the Raptors the past few years that are going to have to continue if they are to have success in this NBA season.
They have been adaptable and resilient, confident and creative. Their ability to collectively figure things out as they go along has allowed them to win more regular-season games than any other franchise in the league over the past half decade.
Now, with two vital pieces gone once again and the Eastern Conference better than it has been in years, it might be long season if any of those characteristics slip.