NBA: Ranking every team’s starting backcourt heading into 2018-19

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10. Kyle Lowry, Danny Green – Toronto Raptors

Had it not been for a trade a few weeks ago, in which they landed Kawhi Leonard, the Toronto Raptors would’ve been a lot higher on this list. Nevertheless, even after losing DeMar DeRozan, they are still in the 10th spot. Not bad.

With that said, Kyle Lowry is still one of the better point guards in the NBA. And when he’s on his game, there aren’t many better warriors than him. And that’s why they’re still a top 10 backcourt. Adding Danny Green wasn’t a bad move either.

Green is an above average 3-point shooter and is still a solid defender. In today’s game, that’s great DNA for a starting two-guard.