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Raptors struggle without Kawhi Leonard in pre-season opener vs. Heat

With Kawhi Leonard still getting up to speed, the Raptors got a look at the rest of their roster against an East heavyweight on Saturday in the pre-season opener. The first impression wasn’t great.

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