Raptors would benefit from at least some preseason reps with Kawhi Leonard

Raptors Rapture argues that the Toronto Raptors need to give Kawhi Leonard preseason playing time to build chemistry before the regular season begins. Head coach Darko Rajakovic indicated that the plan is for Leonard to sit out and work out for a full week, making it probable that he will miss the upcoming preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Writer Elaine Blum notes that while managing Leonard's injury history is important, sitting him entirely costs Toronto valuable reps. After facing the Clippers, the Raptors have three remaining preseason games against the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons to integrate the veteran forward.