ClutchPoints 10 hours ago
Raptors’ double-teams a key problem Magic’s Nikola Vucevic must solve
Nikola Vucevic is one of the main reasons why the Orlando Magic made the 2019 NBA Playoffs, but the All-Star center was a shadow of his usual self in his last two games. Vucevic is the center of the offensive sets of the Magic, but the Toronto Raptors have done a great job in limiting […] The post Raptors’ double-teams a key problem Magic’s Nikola Vucevic must solve appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 15 hours ago
Report: Raptors officials are confident in the relationships Kawhi Leonard has built with Toronto’s medical staff
Toronto Raptors officials are reportedly confident in the relationships superstar small forward Kawhi Leonard has built with the team’s medical staff this season, according to Dan Woike of the Los Angles Times. Former Los Angeles Lakers performance trainer Alex McKechnie heads the staff. Leonard had a falling-out with the San Antonio Spurs’ medical team last […] The post Report: Raptors officials are confident in the relationships Kawhi Leonard has built with Toronto’s medical staff appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Orlando Magic Daily 20 hours ago
Orlando Magic Playbook: How the Toronto Raptors have eliminated Nikola Vucevic
The Orlando Magic are struggling to get their offense going and it starts with the struggles of All-Star center Nikola Vucevic. When the Orlando Magic made the playoffs, there was a sigh of some relief and a feeling of immense accomplishment and achievement. The team had gone through six years of irrelevancy and frustration to […] Orlando Magic Playbook: How the Toronto Raptors have eliminated Nikola Vucevic - Orlando Magic Daily - Orlando Magic Daily - An Orlando Magic Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Lakers Nation 20 hours ago
NBA Free Agency News: Raptors Aware 2019 NBA Playoffs Result Could Impact Kawhi Leonard’s Decision
With the 2019 NBA playoffs in progress, Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are currently tied at 1-1 against the Orlando...
Lakers Nation 20 hours ago
Lakers Rumors: ‘A Lot Of People In The NBA’ Think Kawhi Leonard Will Not Re-Sign With Raptors
As Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are competing in the 2019 NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers are preparing...
ClutchPoints 23 hours ago
Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard ready to play more minutes if needed
The Toronto Raptors were heavily criticized for their stingy load management of Kawhi Leonard during the regular season, though some understood the plan in place to keep their new star healthy for the postseason. So it came as head-scratching to see him play a mere 33 minutes on Game 1 against the Orlando Magic, as […] The post Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard ready to play more minutes if needed appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Apr 17, 2019
Kobe Bryant praises Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard’s ‘amazing’ jumper, says his growth has been ‘phenomenal’
With the Toronto Raptors dropping Game 1 of their first-round matchup against the Orlando Magic, Kawhi Leonard took his game to a new level in Game 2 on Tuesday night. The soft-spoken superstar made 15 of 22 shot attempts, scoring 37 points in a 29-point Toronto victory that evened the series heading to Orlando. Just […] The post Kobe Bryant praises Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard’s ‘amazing’ jumper, says his growth has been ‘phenomenal’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Apr 17, 2019
Raptors’ Marc Gasol happy to be in playoffs again after missing them last season with Grizzlies
Toronto Raptors center Marc Gasol is glad to be in the playoffs once again after missing the postseason in 2018 with the punting Memphis Grizzlies. It has been a long road for the 7-foot-1 center, who could have missed extending his 2018-19 campaign if it weren’t for the trade that ultimately allowed him to take […] The post Raptors’ Marc Gasol happy to be in playoffs again after missing them last season with Grizzlies appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tip of the Tower Apr 17, 2019
Toronto Raptors: Kawhi Leonard helps team find dominant form in Game 2
After a disappointing loss to the Orlando Magic in the series opener, the Toronto Raptors were back in fine form with Kawhi Leonard dominating in Game 2. There are certain players who can flip the switch and reach another level and that’s what Kawhi Leonard did for the Toronto Raptors in their Game 2 blowout […] Toronto Raptors: Kawhi Leonard helps team find dominant form in Game 2 - Tip of the Tower - Tip of the Tower - A Toronto Sports Site - Maple Leafs, Blue Jays, Raptors, Toronto FC, Raptors and Argonauts
Tip of the Tower Apr 17, 2019
Toronto Raptors cannot allow Orlando Magic series to go the distance
The Toronto Raptors are once again playing with their food. It could cost them if their series with the Orlando Magic stretches longer. Lost in Tuesday night’s 111-82 Toronto Raptors vwin over the Orlando Magic is a frustrating concept, one that is all too familiar to loyal Raptor fans. The Raptors have once again squanderhome-court advantage […] Toronto Raptors cannot allow Orlando Magic series to go the distance - Tip of the Tower - Tip of the Tower - A Toronto Sports Site - Maple Leafs, Blue Jays, Raptors, Toronto FC, Raptors and Argonauts
Hoops Habit Apr 17, 2019
Orlando Magic: 3 takeaways from Game 2 massacre vs. Raptors
The Orlando Magic couldn’t continue their momentum from their previous victory, losing Game 2 of their first round series to the Toronto Raptors, 111-82. After a surprising opening game victory against the Toronto Raptors in their first round series of the 2019 NBA Playoffs , the Orlando Magic ran into a buzzsaw in their Game 2 […] Orlando Magic: 3 takeaways from Game 2 massacre vs. Raptors - Hoops Habit - Hoops Habit - NBA News, Rumors, Analysis, Opinion and Stats
Hoops Habit Apr 17, 2019
Toronto Raptors: 3 takeaways from bounce-back Game 2 vs. Magic
The Toronto Raptors responded in Game 2 against the Orlando Magic, winning by a definitive 111-82 margin — their largest ever in the postseason. After a shocking Game 1 loss to the Orlando Magic at home, the Toronto Raptors responded in a big way in Game 2, winning by their largest margin of victory in a […] Toronto Raptors: 3 takeaways from bounce-back Game 2 vs. Magic - Hoops Habit - Hoops Habit - NBA News, Rumors, Analysis, Opinion and Stats
ClutchPoints Apr 17, 2019
Raptors’ Danny Green says Kawhi Leonard’s Game 2 play was ‘one of his most efficient games’
Danny Green has witnessed a lot of big games from Kawhi Leonard before, but the Toronto Raptors guard said that Tuesday’s performance was one of the best from the superstar forward. Leonard finished with 37 points on 15-for-22 shooting from the field, including a 4-for-8 clip from beyond the arc. The 27-year-old superstar also posted […] The post Raptors’ Danny Green says Kawhi Leonard’s Game 2 play was ‘one of his most efficient games’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Apr 17, 2019
Raptors notch largest winning margin in franchise playoff history
The Toronto Raptors know how to bounce back in style. After losing to the Orlando Magic in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series, the Raptors came roaring back in Game 2 and led from start to finish to win 111-82. Remarkably, their 29-point victory is the largest winning margin in a playoff game in […] The post Raptors notch largest winning margin in franchise playoff history appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Orlando Magic Daily Apr 17, 2019
Orlando Magic Grades: Game 2 — Toronto Raptors 111, Orlando Magic 82
From the start, the Toronto Raptors dominated the Orlando Magic with their physical defense. Now the series is tied 1-1 heading back to Orlando. Kawhi Leonard was going to do whatever he wanted to do and get wherever he wanted to get. It did not matter what kind of coverage or scheme the Orlando Magic […] Orlando Magic Grades: Game 2 — Toronto Raptors 111, Orlando Magic 82 - Orlando Magic Daily - Orlando Magic Daily - An Orlando Magic Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
