Raps take chemistry experiment on road

The Toronto Raptors’ hot start to the NBA season has made them the talk of the Eastern Conference. But they need to find a rhythm on the road if they expect to go deep into the post-season. The Raptors departed Thursday for their first extended trip of the season and newcomers Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green — former NBA champions with San Antonio — talked about the importance of developing a road identity. “This is where you build your chemistry for the playoffs,” Leonard said. “It will be nice to get a good rhythm in those cities,” Green added. “We haven’t shot well on the road, haven’t played well. So we want to carry it over from home.” The 7-1 Raptors, whose lone loss came in Milwaukee, open their trip Friday in Phoenix before visiting L.A. to face the Lakers Sunday, and Utah Monday. They wrap up Wednesday in Sacramento.