3 Raptors who must step up during challenging five-game stretch

1. O.G. Anunoby

Anunoby is beyond reproach as a defender and shooter, as he has been as strong as ever in those two areas so far. After making fewer than 40% of his shots from the floor in his first four games and being invisible for most of the Heat win, Anunoby’s offense is back under investigation.

While he hasn’t been given the most expansive offensive role in terms of what he has been asked to do, there have been some rough edges with regard to his ability to finish inside the arc. In the 76ers game, he looked much more comfortable attacking the basket. Let’s hope this continues.

O.G. Anunoby’s offense will be critical to the Toronto Raptors.

Anunoby was 6-10 against Philly, and he has been shooting 43% from 3-point range on the season. Whatever secret recipe Nick Nurse cooked up for the struggling O.G. in this game worked like a charm. Having someone who is 250 pounds, defends everyone, and shoots that well from deep is a very unique treat.

Anunoby has upped his points per game average every year he’s been in the league, but this could be the first year in which that streak of consistency could be threatened. With plenty of offensive superstars on the schedule for Toronto, Anunoby’s play will have a huge impact on the club’s wins and losses.