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Summer League Primer | Raptors Go Global

Over the past decade the Raptors seemed to have become a safe haven for a number of internationally trained and experienced players. By drafting Andrea Bargnani first overall in 2006, the Raptors signaled to teams abroad that they were open to their global business. After sporting an entirely international front court last year, the Raps brought in two giants from Brazil and Iceland to fight for a spot.

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Check out previous entries in our Summer League Series!
Athletes in the Backcourt | Alkins & Potts
Three Dynamic Points Fighting for a Spot | Teague, Miller-McIntyre, Rowsey
Familiar Faces | Boucher & Lloyd