The Miami Heat finally raised their ceiling to dangerous heights once again after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo in a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks. The Toronto Raptors were not satisfied with merely climbing back into the playoff picture, so they reunited with 2019 NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard. Although the New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers and Cleveland Cavaliers may all generate more hype as contenders, these two squads have renewed championship hopes following their respective offseason blockbusters.

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And they collided in Quebec City on Saturday night. The Heat and Raptors are squaring off in the NBA preseason opener, but fans will have to wait to see both teams at full strength. While Antetokounmpo is playing for Miami, Leonard is inactive in this exhibition contest.