Deserves every bit of praise and accolade because he has been the difference maker in this series (and the playoffs as a whole), but let's take a moment to recognise the contributions of the two bench players Ibaka and VanVleet who have been nothing short of amazing during these finals. Without them there is no way the Raptors would have been champions, it is hard to come off the bench and just turn a switch on but they have done it on both ends of the court. When Lowry, Siakam and Gasol couldn't get into rhythm, they came in and delivered big time. In any organisation you need people like that, just reliable and dedicated team-players who are as committed to the cause even though they may never get credit for it.... |