The Toronto Raptors flopped during their forced exile from Canada, as their temporary home in Tampa did little to provide them with an environment conducive to winning. After one year apart, the page has been turned, and the release of the 2021 Raptors preseason schedule has hope springing eternal once again.
The Raptors aren’t projected to be a championship contender, and Masai Ujiri himself has warned about the fact that Toronto is going to experience some growing pains, but that doesn’t change the notion that this team is equipped to compete for a spot in the postseason.