"After nearly a full year away from official NBA action, Brandon Ingram returned to the court in style during his Raptors debut in Vancouver. Over four preseason games, Ingram looked every bit like a franchise cornerstone, averaging 18.3 points in 27.8 minutes per game on 44.8 percent shooting from the field, a blistering 52.9 percent from three, and 92.3 percent from the free-throw line."
"Jamal Shead was one of five Raptors to play in all six preseason games, but he struggled to assert himself in the backup point guard role. In 16.3 minutes per game, Shead averaged just 6 points on 38.7 percent shooting, including 35.7 percent from deep. More concerning was the dip in his usually reliable defensive energy - the trademark that helped him earn his opportunity at this level."
Brandon Ingram returned after nearly a year and produced efficient preseason numbers: 18.3 points in 27.8 minutes, 44.8% FG, 52.9% 3PT, 92.3% FT, plus 5.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists. Jamal Shead played every preseason game but struggled offensively and showed a decline in defensive energy, averaging 6 points in 16.3 minutes on 38.7% shooting. Rookie Chucky Hepburn averaged 7.4 points in 13.1 minutes while shooting 44.4% overall and 50% from three, flashing defensive promise and potentially challenging for roster minutes. RJ Barrett provided steady scoring with 17.8 points on efficient shooting, including strong perimeter accuracy.
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