Ochai Agbaji

A knockdown 3-point shooter one possession, and a disruptive perimeter defender the next, Ochai Agbaji has safely solidified himself one of the Toronto Raptors’ many Swiss Army knife-type, versatile weapons. On October 28, 2024, though, with Toronto appearing well-positioned for an underdog victory over the Denver Nuggets, Agbaji showed that the one-handed hammer works just as effectively. Doing his part in keeping the Raptors’ accelerator mashed with a nine-point lead in the third quarter, Agbaji, through quick-witted court IQ, keeps himself repositioned to stay within the eyesight of his quickly-doubled, All-Star floor general. Bolting to the rim immediately upon recognizing Denver’s lack of focus, Agbaji snags a creative feed on his baseline cut before matching its energy with an explosive, highlight-worthy jam. Denver, showing the resolve of a perennial postseason contender, ultimately overcame the Raptors’ spirited efforts, though Agbaji, productive even so, tallied 15 points (on 6-of-12 shooting), seven rebounds, one steal, one block, and two 3-pointers.