Why Raptors aren’t worried about lack of three-point shot-making so far

The Toronto Raptors are unconcerned about their early-season three-point shooting struggles despite starting the 2026-27 NBA season averaging an NBA-low nine makes per game prior to Wednesday. Toronto improved to a 3-1 record after hitting a season-best 14 three-pointers against the Orlando Magic. Players Jamal Shead and RJ Barrett explained that the high energy required by head coach Darko Rajakovic's aggressive defensive system has temporarily impacted the team's shooting legs.

Toronto currently leads the league defensively by allowing just 97.9 points per 100 possessions while playing at one of the NBA's fastest paces. The Raptors expect perimeter shooting to improve over time, particularly when Kawhi Leonard returns from knee swelling to join shooting options such as Ja'Kobe Walter, Immanuel Quickley, and Collin Murray-Boyles.