Raptors HQ Oct 16, 2017
Player Preview 2017-18: Serge Ibaka must become a reliable third option
Is Serge Ibaka capable of holding down a larger role in the Raptors’ new-look offense? As we approach the start of the 2017-18 NBA season, the Toronto Raptors certainly have a new-look bench with an abundance of young talent now forced to fill much larger roles in the rotation following a handful of key contributors swapping jerseys this past off-season. In short, a lot has changed in Toronto. But consistency will still be a key component for this particular Raptors roster to thrive throughout the year. Knowing Toronto will still rely on the scoring prowess of All-Star’s Kyle Lowry and...
Raptors HQ Oct 13, 2017
Here come the 2017 Raptors’ Offseason Unconventional Awards
Let’s praise some Raptors players and personalities in honour of the upcoming season. After an offseason that saw some of the league’s brightest stars swap franchises, the Raptors are left as an afterthought. After all, while inking Kyle Lowry and Serge Ibaka to deals may help Toronto, those moves look small when compared to, for example, the Kyrie Irving-Isaiah Thomas swap. However, in this writer’s humble opinion, the Raptors have been left out of the spotlight for too long. Masai Ujiri selected the projected steal of the draft, rookie OG Anunoby, and secured C.J. Miles’ 3-and-D...
Clips Nation Oct 3, 2017
Clippers vs. Raptors Preview and Gamethread: TUESDAY NIGHT
Preseason game against the Raptors. Same thing as last time. We’re hosting the group argument in the comments area. Where: Stan Sheriff Center, Honolulu Hawaii When: 10:00 PM PT How to Watch: NBATV, Fox Sports West How to Listen: AM 570 Radio Projected Starting Lineups: Raptors— Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan, C.J. Miles, Serge Ibaka, Jonas Valanciunas Clippers— Patrick Beverley, Austin Rivers, Danilo Gallinari, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan Injuries: None for Clippers, Raptors Wing OG Anunoby is out. Things to Watch: Who wins? We know preseason isn’t about winning, but the Clippers have...
Clips Nation Oct 1, 2017
Clippers at Raptors Preview and Gamethread: First Game of the Preseason!
The NBA season is finally upon us, as the Clippers play their first game of the preseason tonight. Here’s a brief look at what to watch for in this game Here’s a quick summary of the game, as well as a few quick hitters on things to look for. Where: Stan Sheriff Center, Honolulu Hawaii When: 7:00 PM PT How to Watch: NBATV, Fox Sports West How to Listen: AM 570 Radio Projected Starting Lineups: Raptors— Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan, C.J. Miles, Serge Ibaka, Jonas Valanciunas Clippers— Patrick Beverley, Austin Rivers, Danilo Gallinari, Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan Injuries: None...
