3 Big East prospects the Toronto Raptors can draft in 2022

Surely the Raptors won’t add yet another 6-7 versatile power forward, right? Well, Ujiri was willing to add a fourth switchable big to the mix thanks to the Young trade. If Thad ends up leaving in free agency, Lewis could be a very intriguing replacement given how he has carried the Golden Eagles and set himself up for pro success.

Lewis is averaging 16.6 points and 8.0 rebounds per game. He’s connected on 45% of his shots from the field and 36% of his three-pointers while attempting just under five 3-balls per game. With a 7-2 wingspan, a very advanced midrange game, and versatility that belies his age, Lewis fits the archetypal Raptors power forward mold.

The Toronto Raptors love players like Justin Lewis.

Lewis might not be a very evolved pick-and-roll finisher just yet, and the lack of disruption in the form of steals and blocks might alarm some Raptors executives, but those seem like issues that can be ironed out with coaching. The physical traits and solid shooting will appeal.

Even if Young is retained, Lewis is a younger player who profiles as a much better three-point shooter. Having him around veterans like Young and Pascal Siakam will assuredly accelerate his development and help Toronto draft yet another long-term contributor in the second round.