Grades from Toronto Raptors ugly road loss to the Miami Heat

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 02: Head coach Nick Nurse of the Toronto Raptors reacts against the Miami Heat during the second half at American Airlines Arena on January 02, 2020 in Miami, Florida. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

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Toronto Raptors – Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

Bench Grades

After starting in the Raptors previous win against the Cavaliers, Rondae-Hollis Jefferson went back to his spot with the bench unit and with positive results. If Nurse’s one-game switcheroo was truly to get RHJ some confidence, it was brilliant. He scored 13 points on 4-for-8 shooting from the field and finished an impressive (for him) 5-for-6 from the free throw line. His aggressiveness while playing within himself (no shots from 3-point range and one steal, and a block in just under 30 minutes) is always a big help for the Raptors in the absence of two of their best defenders in Siakam and Gasol. He was tied for the team-lead in offensive rebounds (3) and continues to supply high-energy play to the Raps regardless of the score.. Power Forward. Toronto Raptors. RONDAE HOLLIS-JEFFERSON. B

Shooting Guard. Toronto Raptors. TERENCE DAVIS. D+. <a href=

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