NBA Daily Notes: The Bucks keeping winning; Top fantasy picks for December 22nd

SF 1 - Kawhi Leonard (Toronto Raptors):

The Toronto Raptors have been leading the Eastern Conference since the 2018-19 NBA season began and are currently just 1.5 games ahead of the 2nd place Milwaukee Bucks with a 25-9 record.

They finally seem to be getting back on the winning track, having won their last 2 matches on the trot. They are missing a few of their starters in Kyle Lowry, Jonas Valanciunas, Serge Ibaka. Kawhi Leonard's return seems to have spurred them on again and he will look to bring his A-game in a tough match against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Toronto Raptors are struggling to consolidate their top spot

Leonard has been playing at a really high level this season, hurtling him into the MVP conversation once again. He is averaging a huge 27 points per game, with more than 8 rebounds a game and just over 3 assists too. He is an elite defender and is proving it, by getting almost 2 steals and a block per game too.

In the win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, Leonard scored a massive 37 points in 32 minutes, along with 6 rebounds and 1 assist. He even had a nice steal to go with it. Look for him to keep it going for the Raptors to have a chance against the 76ers tomorrow.

Alternate pick: Kevin Durant (Golden State Warriors)