The Toronto Raptors have seen numerous former players transition into new roles with varying degrees of success in the league. Some, like DeMar DeRozan, have adapted effectively after trades, while others continue to play in lesser roles. With the Raptors focusing on rebuilding, it serves as a reminder of their past successes. DeRozan, now with the Sacramento Kings, has adjusted to being a secondary scoring option, demonstrating his efficiency as he averages 22.2 points per game. The continued performance of these players, even after moving on, highlights their lasting impact.
In Sacramento, the former Raptor stepped into a very different role. He was no longer the offensive focal point. With Domantas Sabonis running the offense through the elbows and De'Aaron Fox handling much of the creation early on, DeRozan had to adjust.
Even after Fox was traded midway through the season, his role didn't change dramatically. He became a steady secondary option who could still take over in moments that mattered.
Nearly half of his shots came from mid-range, and he hit 46.4 percent of them. That's not normal in today's league. But with DeRozan, it still works.
He averaged 22.2 points per game with a true shooting percentage of 56.9 percent, which is actually a huge benefit for a higher-usage, mid-range artist who plays at a relatively low-usage position.
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