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Brandon Ingram Declares Readiness for Raptors Debut After Ankle Layoff

The former Pelicans forward practiced all summer with Toronto following a season lost to a left ankle sprain.

Overview

  • Speaking at Raptors media day, Ingram said he is eager to play with his new teammates and prove to himself he is still at his best.
  • He was acquired from the New Orleans Pelicans in February but never appeared for Toronto last season due to the ankle injury.
  • Ingram is now healthy and has been training with teammates through the off-season, including hosting workouts.
  • Head coach Darko Rajakovic highlighted Ingram’s scoring and playmaking, and RJ Barrett said his presence should create more open shots for others.
  • Toronto opened training camp in Calgary on Monday, with an open practice Friday and a first preseason game Oct. 6 in Vancouver against the Nuggets.