{
  "id": 15666638,
  "title": "Raptors' Allen Graves opens up about higher level of NBA competition",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/raptors-allen-graves-opens-up-about-higher-level-of-nba-competition",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-19T22:57:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/raptors-allen-graves-opens-higher-225719997.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rookie Allen Graves, the 19th overall pick, is learning to adjust to the higher level of NBA competition while playing with the Toronto Raptors. After dealing with a groin injury early in training camp, Graves made his preseason debut on October 13th and finished the preseason on Friday with solid numbers. Despite his shooting struggles, converting only 25% from the field, Graves remains determined to impact games at a high level. He acknowledges the learning curve in terms of defense and offense, focusing on getting offensive rebounds and contributing in any way he can. Graves, known for his defensive versatility, has made a strong first impression on his new teammates and coach Darko Rajaković. While his role remains unclear given the presence of other established players, Graves is confident he is getting more comfortable with the game every day.",
  "summary": "After logging minutes in the preseason with the Raptors, Allen Graves believes he is adjusting well to the higher level of competition in the NBA.",
  "key_points": [
    "Rookie Allen Graves, 19th pick, adjusts to NBA competition",
    "Graves makes preseason debut Oct 13, finishes strong",
    "Graves focuses on defense, offense, improving daily"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}