The Raptors begin their NBA season on Wednesday, October 23 with the reception of the Cleveland Cavaliers. A year marked by reconstruction for the Toronto team. For Los Angeles-based journalist Loïc Pialat, there is not much to expect from the Canadian team.
Obviously, there is Scottie Barnes who is an excellent player, who was an all-star last season. There is RJ Barrett who is the local since he comes from Toronto. There is still talent on this team. But most observers don’t see this team going to the finals.
« Toronto assumes this is a rebuilding period. »
On the contrary, the Boston Celtics team is the favorite, and could therefore win the title for a second time in a row since the champion team has not changed. On paper, they have everything they need to retain the title
assures Loïc Pialat. Since the Warriors in 2018, no team has achieved this. So it still looks complicated, especially since in the east, there is competition with Philadelphia.
The Los Angeles-based journalist also notes some potential for the New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets and finally, the Minnesota Timberwolves.
