The Toronto Raptors have been pretty good this year. As of March 11, the 2019 NBA Team of the Year sits second in the Eastern Conference with a record of 46-18.
On one hand, it’s surprising considering the seemingly endless string of injuries the Raptors have had to deal with this season. On the other hand, they’re extremely well-built; even without Kawhi Leonard. The team has many young and exciting players, great depth, plays tremendous team defense and is run by a talented coach who loves experimenting.
All the ingredients seem to be there.