Raptors Bench Shooting: Why Jamison Battle Deserves a Bigger Role

Writer Samuel Hernandez argues that Toronto Raptors forward Jamison Battle deserves a bigger role following a strong scoring performance off the bench. Battle scored 20 points, including four 3-pointers, in 16 minutes during a 131-125 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Hernandez notes that with Kawhi Leonard sidelined by knee swelling, the team urgently needs Battle's perimeter shooting to space the floor for Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett.

Toronto is shooting 32.0% from three-point range through six games, while Battle is converting at a 37.5% clip. Head coach Darko Rajakovic praised Battle's confidence but stressed the need for consistency. Hernandez suggests that sustained shooting performance over the current road trip could secure Battle a permanent rotation spot even after Leonard returns.