2019 NBA Playoffs: Toronto Raptors vs. Orlando Magic preview

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Key Question No. 2: What will Toronto’s rotation look like?

The Raptors have an embarrassment of riches on their roster with capable backups at every position. Nick Nurse has played 10 guys over 18 minutes a night, maximizing those at his disposal while keeping everyone as fresh as possible for their inevitable postseason run.

This type of rotation is always a luxury during the regular season, but the playoffs bring with them a different challenge. The long game is over. There are no more experiments. It’s time to milk your players for all they have in order to put yourself in the best position possible to compete for an NBA championship.

So, what does that type of rotation look life for Toronto? Serge Ibaka started most of the season before the arrival of Marc Gasol, who replaced him as the starting center near the end of the regular season. OG Anunoby and Norman Powell both bring defensive energy off the bench behind Kawhi Leonard.

Even at their point guard spot, the Raptors have three legitimate players capable of playing big minutes in Lowry, Fred VanVleet and the recently acquired Jeremy Lin.

Depth doesn’t win in the playoffs, but it’s still necessary at times. Finding a balance will be key for Nurse, and one that could play a massive role in Toronto’s ability to advance deep into the playoffs.