Darko Rajaković Backs Allen Graves Despite Preseason Struggles

Toronto Raptors rookie forward Allen Graves has experienced a cold shooting stretch during preseason play, averaging 7.0 points and 5.5 rebounds in 19 minutes per game on 25% shooting from the field. Despite shooting just 1-for-11 from three-point range across two games, head coach Darko Rajaković expressed unwavering confidence in Graves. Rajaković instructed the rookie to keep shooting open looks without hesitation, viewing his early struggles and foul trouble as vital steps in his NBA development.