The Raptors are hunting All-Stars and Bigs

"Ingram's impact is undeniable, the Raptors went from an 11th seed last year all the way up to the 4th seed so far this year, and peaked as high as the 2nd seed earlier in the year. Ingram has raised the baseline of the Raptors. He's the team's leading scorer, and has done so through a masterful display of midrange shenanigans. Fading, turning, falling, wiggling, Ingram gets his buckets any way imaginable, sometimes even rising over two or three defenders at a time."

"After the first 50 games, I'd say those concerns can be put to bed. Ingram has played in 96% of Toronto's games this season, and alongside Barnes has driven this Raptors team to their best record in years. He's bought into this system and has proven that he can be a key part of winning basketball. Ingram meets all the criteria of an All-Star, and while he wasn't officially recognized as one tonight, he's proven that he should be an All-Star."

Brandon Ingram elevated the Raptors' baseline, pushing the team from an 11th seed to as high as 2nd and currently 4th. He leads the team in scoring through an expert midrange game, using fades, turns, and elevation to score over multiple defenders. Early concerns about recurring injuries and limited games played created skepticism about the trade and his long-term impact. Those concerns have diminished after consistent availability and performance; Ingram has appeared in 96% of games, partnered effectively with Barnes, and helped produce the franchise's best record in years while meeting All-Star criteria.

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