Raptors need Ja’Kobe Walter to snap out of 3-point slump for brutal four-game test

Writer Elaine Blum argues that the Toronto Raptors urgently need Ja'Kobe Walter to overcome his recent 3-point shooting slump ahead of a challenging four-game stretch against top Eastern Conference contenders. The Raptors currently hold the NBA's fourth-worst 3-point percentage at 31.5 percent, and Walter has struggled, shooting just 2-for-16 from long distance over his last three appearances.

The team's perimeter shooting concerns are compounded by the absence of Kawhi Leonard, who remains sidelined without progressing to on-court activity, according to head coach Darko Rajakovic. With upcoming fixtures against elite teams including the Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, and New York Knicks, Blum highlights Walter's perimeter scoring as crucial to Toronto remaining competitive.