5 Raptors problems from 2025 season still hurting the team now

The Toronto Raptors have problems form the 2025 season continuing to impact the team as they make a title push in 2026.

By Mike Luciano · Raptors Rapture

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:45 PM

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Mike Luciano argues that five unresolved issues from 2025 continue to hinder the Toronto Raptors.
Kawhi Leonard's injury-related absence has exposed recurring flaws during Toronto's 4-3 start to the season.
Luciano points out shooting struggles from Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett as major offensive limitations.

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Mike Luciano of Raptors Rapture argues that lingering issues from the 2025 season continue to hamper the Toronto Raptors during their 4-3 start to the 2026 campaign. With Kawhi Leonard sidelined by injury, the writer contends that several structural flaws have resurfaced and restricted the team's offensive and defensive potential.

Luciano identifies five specific ongoing problems: RJ Barrett's inconsistent play, Scottie Barnes' poor 15% three-point shooting, Jamal Shead's low scoring efficiency, Immanuel Quickley's limited playmaking against top opponents, and Jakob Poeltl's notable on-court decline.

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