"Fans are seeing ups and downs in the Raptors' 2025-26 campaign. After a rough 2-4 start in October, they posted a 12-3 record in November, then went on somewhat of an underwhelming 6-8 run in December. But mind you, there are plenty of uncertainties surrounding the Raptors lately - especially when it comes to Jakob Poeltl's injury issues, whether the high-cost Immanuel Quickley investment is really paying off, and thought-provoking trade scenarios that could unfold as the deadline approaches."
"The Raptors may be 5-5 in their last ten games, but when you look at those 20 wins overall, it's wild to think that last year, they didn't even reach 20 wins until March. When they came into January 2025, the Raptors just held a measly 8-26 record, near the absolute bottom tier of NBA squads. Of course, Toronto finished the 2024-25 season with a 30-52 record."
The Raptors began the 2025-26 season 2-4 in October, surged 12-3 in November, and followed with a 6-8 stretch in December. The team sits 20-15 and occupies the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference entering the second half of the season. Jakob Poeltl is dealing with injury issues, and questions remain about whether the high-cost Immanuel Quickley acquisition is delivering sufficient value. Trade scenarios and the approaching deadline add uncertainty. The roster includes Brandon Ingram, rookie Collin Murray-Boyles, and Sandro Mamukelashvili. Progress this season outpaces the prior 30-52 finish and early 8-26 position.
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