INDIANAPOLIS—It is to their credit that the Raptors comported themselves as professionals and took care of their business with little fuss or muss over the last couple of weeks. It’s becoming a very important characteristic of the group.

If they can keep it up over the next 10 days, the first quarter of the NBA season will be considered a resounding success and could put them in a perfect spot to chase the team’s first playoff appearance in four years.

The Raptors head home after a 4-1 road trip, winners of seven of their last eight, proving to be professional in their approach and their efforts.

No histrionics, no giants blown leads or gargantuan holes to dig out of. Just finding what works which night and taking care of business.

The final piece was a truly un-Raptor performance he

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