The Toronto Raptors are facing the Indiana Pacers after a tough game against the Boston Celtics. With a current record of 18-40, the Raptors are struggling in the league. The team's defensive issues are evident, ranking 25th in the league, while their offensive rating struggles at 110.1. In contrast, the Pacers are performing better, sitting at 4th in the Eastern Conference with a strong offensive unit led by Haliburton, despite defensive weaknesses. The matchup is pivotal for Toronto, emphasizing the importance of attacking the paint and leveraging individual strengths.
As a unit their defense is ranked 21st in the league, because outside of Turner, they don't really have great defenders on the floor.
When RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes get consistent paint touches, it opens up so much for their teammates.
Toronto must play to their strengths, and try to get into the paint as much as possible.
The Pacers bread and butter is their offense, ranked number 9 in the league on that end, with an explosive offense controlled by Haliburton.
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