The Chicago Bulls are unlikely to interview Bobby Webster or Adam Simon to run their front office. Webster and Simon were identified as candidates but both are expected to remain with their existing teams. Webster is reportedly in line for a new deal with the Toronto Raptors. Simon, meanwhile, grew up in Miami and is well respected by Pat Riley. Chad Buchanan also withdrew from … [Read more...] about Bobby Webster, Adam Simon Unlikely To Leave Current Teams Amid Interest From Bulls
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Toronto coach Nick Nurse said he’s trying to prepare for every possibility that would allow the Raptors a chance to defend their title. “We’re ready for whatever is thrown at us,” Nurse said recently during a conference call with reporters. “I don’t think it really matters. What matters is that we attack the title in whatever format it’s going to be presented in and we go for … [Read more...] about
It’s looking less likely that the Bulls will interview either Raptors general manager Bobby Webster, who is in line for a new deal in Toronto, or Heat assistant general manager Adam Simon. The latter grew up in Miami and, beyond his strong ties to his hometown, is well respected by Heat president Pat Riley. Both candidates are expected to be retained by their clubs. … [Read more...] about
Analyzing the Raptors’ go-to H-O-R-S-E shots and tournament
Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports With the NBA thinking about a league-wide H-O-R-S-E tourney, it felt like time to figure out which shot each Raptor would have in his bag — and who would be the best on the team. Thanks to the dutiful reporting of ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, we have a firm grasp on how exactly the NBA is going about trying to return to business as usual. Of course, … [Read more...] about Analyzing the Raptors’ go-to H-O-R-S-E shots and tournament
Latest On Bulls’ Front Office Search
Latest On Bulls’ Front Office SearchThe Bulls have received permission to interview Nuggets general manager Arturas Karnisovas, sources tell K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago. Karnisovas was one of four men said to be on Chicago’s initial wish list for a top front office executive who will have full authority on basketball decisions. It’s not clear if the Bulls will get a … [Read more...] about Latest On Bulls’ Front Office Search
If each Raptors playoff run was a movie, what kind of movie would it be? – Part I
Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Imagine each Raptors postseason appearance was a movie. Think of the narrative, the outcome — and the villain. Now, which one is your best picture award winner? Quarantine Rankings Season rolls on! If you’ve ever asked yourself, “If you had to make a movie out of a Raptors postseason, which one would have the highest Rotten Tomatoes … [Read more...] about If each Raptors playoff run was a movie, what kind of movie would it be? – Part I
Raptors’ 25-year Retrospective: The Casey Years
Dwane Casey wasn’t around for the champagne celebration in Oakland last season, but his influence with the Toronto Raptors was there in spades. Read More … [Read more...] about Raptors’ 25-year Retrospective: The Casey Years
Chad Buchanan To Stay With Pacers, Turns Down Interview With Bulls
Chad Buchanan To Stay With Pacers, Turns Down Interview With BullsPacers general manager Chad Buchanan is declining an opportunity to interview for the Bulls‘ top front office position, tweets Shams Charania of The Athletic. Buchanan decided to remain in his current job, saying he and his family have been treated well by the organization. Toronto’s Bobby Webster, Miami’s Adam … [Read more...] about Chad Buchanan To Stay With Pacers, Turns Down Interview With Bulls
In 1999, the Raptors had a deal in place to send McGrady and a first-round pick to the 76ers for Larry Hughes. Toronto got cold feet and backed out after Stephen A. Smith broke the news. Allen Iverson was only 24 at the time. Could that have been the best backcourt ever? Stephen A Smith: Yes this is true. … [Read more...] about