The Raptors have a proud franchise history that includes 13 playoff appearances in 31 years, along with one title. Along the way, some of the league’s best defenders have suited up in The North. Read on to see the best steals per game performances in a single season in Raptors history.

Doug Christie – 1997, 2.5 steals per game

Christie actually lays claim to the top three SPG seasons in Raptors history, headlined by his effort in 1997 with 2.5 steals per game. It was Christie’s first full season with the team after joining them midseason in 1996. He started 81 games and played lockdown defense as his 2.5 SPG figure ranked second in the league behind only Mookie Blaylock (2.7). This was a true breakout season for Christie given that he’d never averaged more than 1.4 SPG in his previous fo

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