ClutchPoints 9 hours ago
Raptors’ Danny Green says Marc Gasol ‘makes the game easier for everyone around him’
When Danny Green was with the San Antonio Spurs, he had many battles with Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol. Now that they are both with the Toronto Raptors, Green is excited that he and Gasol are finally teammates after years of going against each other. The Raptors acquired Gasol from the Grizzlies at the trade […] The post Raptors’ Danny Green says Marc Gasol ‘makes the game easier for everyone around him’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 12 hours ago
Jodie Meeks signing 10-day contract with the Raptors
Free agent shooting guard Jodie Meeks is signing a 10-day contract with the Toronto Raptors, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Jodie Meeks hasn’t played at all this season. After getting traded by the Washington Wizards to the Milwaukee Bucks in October, he was then immediately waived. The NBA suspended Meeks 25 games for violating the […] The post Jodie Meeks signing 10-day contract with the Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 17 hours ago
Scout says Raptors acquired Marc Gasol envisioning matchup vs. Joel Embiid
The Toronto Raptors’ timely addition of Marc Gasol was one the team likely lined up with eyes on the future, anticipating a potential matchup against Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers. Embiid has quickly ascended to becoming one of the best, if not the best center in the league, making the 7-foot-1 Gasol the likely […] The post Scout says Raptors acquired Marc Gasol envisioning matchup vs. Joel Embiid appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 18, 2019
Raptors’ Danny Green warns West about LeBron James, Lakers pushing for 8th seed
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are not in the playoff picture in the Western Conference, but Toronto Raptors shooting guard Danny Green still believes the purple and gold are a dangerous team. Green, who has had many battles with James in the past when he was playing for the San Antonio Spurs, says […] The post Raptors’ Danny Green warns West about LeBron James, Lakers pushing for 8th seed appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 18, 2019
Video: Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard seen dancing in rare moment after All-Star Game
Kawhi Leonard showed semblance of the “fun guy” he claimed to be during his introduction as a member of the Toronto Raptors, dancing to a little slo-mo salsa while Kevin Durant and former teammate Russell Westbrook exchanged pleasantries postgame: Break it down, Kawhi
Tip of the Tower Feb 17, 2019
Toronto Raptors: Take Kawhi Leonard’s latest comments with a pinch of salt
Kawhi Leonard was inevitably asked about life with the Toronto Raptors, but don’t read too much into his comments at All-Star weekend. Statistically speaking at least, Kawhi Leonard is on course for his best season yet in the NBA, with the Toronto Raptors being the main beneficiaries. He’s averaging career highs for points and rebounds, while throwing […] Toronto Raptors: Take Kawhi Leonard’s latest comments with a pinch of salt - 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 Feb 17, 2019
Toronto Raptors: Danny Green leaves his mark at All-Star weekend
Danny Green represented the Toronto Raptors well, by putting on a good show in the 3-point contest and amusing people with his interviews. When Danny Green came to the Toronto Raptors with Kawhi Leonard, he was recognised as an underrated but valuable part of the trade. His performances this season have only reinforced this. Green has been a regular […] Toronto Raptors: Danny Green leaves his mark at All-Star weekend - Tip of the Tower - Tip of the Tower - A Toronto Sports Site - Maple Leafs, Blue Jays, Raptors, Toronto FC, Raptors and Argonauts
ClutchPoints Feb 16, 2019
Kawhi Leonard loves current situation with Raptors except that ‘it’s just been cold’
Kawhi Leonard has been enjoying himself during his first season with the Toronto Raptors. He is an All-Star and is having an MVP-caliber season and the Raptors are one of the best teams in the league. The only problem is the weather. Leonard, who was born and raised in California, says the climate is just […] The post Kawhi Leonard loves current situation with Raptors except that ‘it’s just been cold’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 16, 2019
Raptors’ Danny Green calls Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic a ‘big man octopus’
Toronto Raptors guard Danny Green had a very interesting comparison for Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, calling the All-Star a “big man octopus”: danny green just described nikola jokic as a “big man octopus” pic.twitter.com/i55TKfyIL3 — James Herbert (@outsidethenba) February 16, 2019 Because that’s not weird at all or anything. But obviously, Green meant it […] The post Raptors’ Danny Green calls Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic a ‘big man octopus’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Feb 15, 2019
REPORT: Raptors wanted Nikola Mirotic from Pelicans in 3-way trade with Magic, pivoted to Marc Gasol
Before acquiring All-Star center Marc Gasol from the Memphis Grizzlies, the Toronto Raptors were trying to acquire stretch forward Nikola Mirotic from the New Orleans Pelicans in a three-way trade involving the Orlando Magic, according to Jeff Zillgitt of USA TODAY Sports. A deal never transpired which worked for all three teams, so the Raptors […] The post REPORT: Raptors wanted Nikola Mirotic from Pelicans in 3-way trade with Magic, pivoted to Marc Gasol appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tip of the Tower Feb 15, 2019
Toronto Raptors: Jeremy Lin explains why he chose the Raptors
Jeremy Lin spoke to the local media, to discuss why he decided to join the Toronto Raptors after being waived by the Atlanta Hawks. When reports first starting circulating that Jeremy Lin might be joining the Toronto Raptors, there was a mixture of surprise and intrigue. In many ways, this describes his NBA career in general. […] Toronto Raptors: Jeremy Lin explains why he chose the Raptors - Tip of the Tower - Tip of the Tower - A Toronto Sports Site - Maple Leafs, Blue Jays, Raptors, Toronto FC, Raptors and Argonauts
Hoops Habit Feb 14, 2019
Toronto Raptors: Pascal Siakam continues to blossom
He wasn’t expected to become an NBA player, but Pascal Siakam continues to defy the odds this season for the Toronto Raptors. There’s a classic tale of one’s journey through the ranks in order to make it to the NBA. You start off making fire mixtapes in AAU and high school basketball, enough to get […] Toronto Raptors: Pascal Siakam continues to blossom - Hoops Habit - Hoops Habit - NBA News, Rumors, Analysis, Opinion and Stats
Tip of the Tower Feb 14, 2019
Toronto Raptors: Siakam’s performance shows why he is untouchable
With each and every game, Pascal Siakam continues to show why he is the Toronto Raptors’ number one asset and shouldn’t be going anywhere anytime soon. Just when Toronto Raptors fans thought they couldn’t be more excited about the team’s chances to compete for a championship, Pascal Siakam decided to put the NBA on notice […] Toronto Raptors: Siakam’s performance shows why he is untouchable - Tip of the Tower - Tip of the Tower - A Toronto Sports Site - Maple Leafs, Blue Jays, Raptors, Toronto FC, Raptors and Argonauts
ClutchPoints Feb 13, 2019
Raptors’ Pascal Siakam sets career-high vs. Wizards
Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam’s breakout season has truly been remarkable, and on Wednesday night, he put forth the best performance of his career, dropping 44 points in a win over the Washington Wizards. Siakam also added 10 rebounds, three blocks, and made 15 of his 25 shots, draining four three-pointers and going 10-of-12 from […] The post Raptors’ Pascal Siakam sets career-high vs. Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Feb 13, 2019
Siakam scores career-best 44, Raptors beat Wizards 129-120
Pascal Siakam scored a career-high 44 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, OG Anunoby scored a career-best 22 points, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Washington Wizards 129-120 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight win.
