The Top Five Stories About The Raptors This Week

1. DeMar DeRozan had a career night against the Houston Rockets on Monday. Could it be reason for cautious optimism heading into the playoffs?

2. The Raptors players have a bizarre pre-game ritual, and Antoine Wright explains some of what. Read the full story here.

3. NBA.com listed its top 10 backcourts. Lowry and DeRozan finished second.

4. Greivis Vasquez, who is not shy about self promotion on or off the court, has launched a new shoe called "The North Six".

5. Why "less is more" for James Johnson on the defensive end.