Undefeated at home, Raptors about to be tested in first big road trip
TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors’ hot start to the NBA season has made them the talk of the Eastern Conference. But they need to find a rhythm on the road if they expect to go deep into the post-season.
The Raptors departed Thursday for their first extended trip of the season, and newcomers Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green — both NBA champions with San Antonio — talked about the importance of developing a road identity.
“This is where you build your chemistry for the playoffs,” Leonard said.
“It will be nice to get a good rhythm in those cities,” Green added. “We play good at home but we’ve also got to play good on the road as well. We haven’t shot well on the road, haven’t played well. So we want to carry it over from home.”