The Toronto Raptors need to make the 2025-26 season a big one and Immanuel Quickley is key to that. Vivek Jacob is joined by Hello and Welcome's William Lou to break down why this season is so important for Quickley, how he can make it a big success, and what reasonable expectations should be for him.
In the first segment, discussions include the perspective when Quickley was first acquired as part of the trade for OG Anunoby, expectations then, and how things have played out since. Having been paid handsomely and been handed a starting role, this season is crucial for Quickley to show why he was worth it.
How can Quickley show he's worth it? That's discussed in the second segment. His playmaking, defence and of course his three-point shooting will be huge factors.
Lastly, what would be normal expectations for Quickley and the team as a result. Should it be baked in that Quickley and the team is going to need 20 games or so to get accustomed to playing with Brandon Ingram in the mix? What's fair in assessing Quickley?
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