Through the first 24 games, the Raptors have seen more of their rookies than initially expected. With the team missing key players, the rooks have been thrown into the deep end to start their NBA careers. Through the first quarter of the season, the Raptors rookies have kept their heads above water, showing they can swim with the sharks. Taking Stock of the Raptors … [Read more...] about Taking Stock of the Raptors Rookies
Raptors See Productive Return From 12-Year Vet In Season Debut
The Toronto Raptors certainly aren’t off to a good start in the 2024-25 season. They currently own a 7-17 record, 12th in the Eastern Conference and sixth-worst in the NBA. On Saturday, they fell to the Dallas Mavericks by the score of 125-118. It was their second-straight loss after they were defeated in blowout fashion by 37 points to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Still, they … [Read more...] about Raptors See Productive Return From 12-Year Vet In Season Debut
Raptors Tinker With Rotation As Team Nears Full Strength
It is no secret that the Raptors have been decimated by injuries to start the season. Toronto has had 11 different players on their injury report, with the team already having 102 games missed between the roster. Only the Grizzlies have had more games missed due to injuries, with a staggering 114. While this isn’t a good thing, it has allowed head coach Darko Rajakovic to give … [Read more...] about Raptors Tinker With Rotation As Team Nears Full Strength
Lakers Rumors: Are These Two Guards on the Trading Block?
An important date in the NBA season is coming up. Dec. 15 is the first day that teams can trade recently-signed players, which leaves plenty of rumors circulating about a number of teams—including, of course, the Lakers. Several reports have indicated which players could be on the table, as well as who may be willing to trade with them. Lakers Rumors: Are These Two Guards on … [Read more...] about Lakers Rumors: Are These Two Guards on the Trading Block?
The Value of the Raptors Veteran Group
The Toronto Raptors have a solid young core, with Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Immanuel Quickley all being 25 or younger. The Raptors also have a decent veteran group headlined by Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, and Chris Boucher. With Toronto prioritizing player development this season, should the Raptors turn to their veteran group for guidance and mentorship or as a way to … [Read more...] about The Value of the Raptors Veteran Group