The developmental focus for the Raptors 905 will center around their Two-Way players, specifically DJ Carton, Ulrich Chomche, and Jamison Battle. Of these, Battle has made the most impact, averaging 7.8 points and 3.8 rebounds in his limited playing time with the main Toronto Raptors team while shooting an impressive 38.5% from three-point land, indicating promising potential for his growth this season.
With the possibility of standard contract players being sent down to Raptors 905 for conditioning and practice, players like Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead, and Ja'Kobe Walter could see important development opportunities. The G League serves as a crucial environment for young athletes to gain the experience and playing time necessary to enhance their skills and prepare for future NBA opportunities.
Only two players remain from last year's roster, Myles Burns and Kevin Obanor. Both are back under 'Returning Rights,' which allows teams to retain the rights of players for two seasons in the G League. This continuity is vital for building team chemistry and providing stability in the player roster as the Raptors 905 look to establish a solid foundation for the upcoming season.
The introduction of the Affiliate Player Rule allows teams to keep waived players from the NBA's training camp as potential assets. This mechanism not only retains talent close to home for training but also incentivizes the players with a higher salary should they sign with the G League team, effectively increasing their chances of consistent playtime and development.
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