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Toronto Raptors: 15 best draft picks of all-time

By Mike Bossetti

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Delon Wright, Toronto Raptors
TORONTO, ON – MARCH 18: Delon Wright #55 of the Toronto Raptors celebrates a basket during the first half of an NBA game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Air Canada Centre on March 18, 2018 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) /

University of Utah. Delon Wright. 11. player. 81. . Point Guard

Like most late first-round selections, Delon Wright made very little impact as a rookie. Appearing in just 27 games, averaging under four points in those 27 games, Wright showed flashes while producing very little.

Yet, that lack of production never discouraged Wright as he continued to make progress, improving his game each season he’s been in the NBA. Of all Wright’s improvements his 3-point shot is the biggest standout. Over his three-year career, Wright has increased his made three-pointers from five to 10 to 56. At 36 percent last season, he has also shown the ability to be efficient from beyond the arc.

At 6-foot-5 with a point guard skill-set, Wright has the flexibility needed in the modern NBA. With Fred VanVleet having a breakout season last year, Wright slid over to the shooting guard position without a problem, showing the type versatility every team covets.

Entering the league after a rare four-year college career, Wright will be in the midst of his prime as he enters restricted free-agency next season. The market for Wright is still unknown, although with Lowry and perhaps VanVleet still on the books, retaining Wright may be a difficult proposition for Toronto.

Regardless of if the Raptors are able to retain him next season, Wright has already proved more than worthwhile of the 20th overall selection.