Toronto Raptors: Top 5 Small Forwards In Team History

By Shane Phillips

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Mascot Cheerleader Raptors — The Toronto Raptors may not be the oldest team in the NBA and may not have a rich history of success, but the franchise has had some talented names on the roster. From the creation of the team in 1995 to present day, here are the top 5 small forwards in Raptors history.

5. Jalen Rose

Jalen Rose Raptors

5. Jalen Rose

Jalen Rose Raptors — Better known for his days with the “Fab 5” at Michigan, Jalen Rose makes the list at No. 5 for his three seasons in Toronto. Due to the lack of depth and history for the Raptors at this position, Rose and his averages made the cut. He averaged 16.2 points, 3.4 boards and 3.4 assists while with Toronto.

4. Tracy McGrady

Tracy McGrady Vince Carter Raptors

4. Tracy McGrady

Tracy McGrady Vince Carter Raptors — Tracy McGrady began his professional career north of the border. Drafted No. 9 overall by Toronto, he played alongside his cousin, Vince Carter, for three seasons. He helped the Raptors to the first playoff appearance in franchise history in 2000. McGrady averaged 11.1 points and 5.5 rebounds and left the world wondering, “What if Vince and Tracy had remained together?”

3. Doug Christie

Doug Christie Raptors Mascot Toronto

3. Doug Christie

Doug Christie Raptors Mascot Toronto — Doug Christie joined the Raptors in the first year of the team’s existence. He averaged personal career highs while with Toronto and helped the team to its first playoff berth. Christie’s overall stats for his five seasons with the Raptors are 14.2 points, 3.7 assists and 3.1 rebounds per game. He is also the franchise leader in steals.

2. Morris Peterson

Morris Peterson Raptors

2. Morris Peterson

Morris Peterson Raptors — The Raptors’ No. 21 overall pick in the 2000 draft, Morris Peterson spent seven seasons with Toronto and helped the team to three playoff appearances including the 2001 Eastern Conference Semifinals. He averaged 12 points, 3.2 boards and 1.8 assists. Morris is the franchise leader in games played and three-point field goals made.

1. Vince Carter

Vince Carter Toronto Raptors

1. Vince Carter

Vince Carter Toronto Raptors — Other than Chris Bosh, Vince Carter is the most recognizable Raptor. Known for his high-flying dunks and scoring barrages, Carter spent seven seasons in Toronto and helped them to three consecutive playoff appearances. He earned Rookie of the Year honors in 1999 and is second all-time in FGs made, FTs made and points for the Raptors. He averaged 23.4 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game.

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