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Today,
03:26 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Raptors targeting Nuggets GM Masai Ujiri to run organization
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Everything Raptors
It would be morally wrong of Ujiri to leave Denver. Money is the only thing Raps. can dangle but I doubt Ujri would fall for it. Besides it may...
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29 replies | 1780 view(s)
Today,
01:29 AM
Eric Akshinthala
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Raptors GM: Everything Colangelo, Leiweke, Jackson... Leiweke won't be Rushed #254
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Everything Raptors
I hope you're right but Basketball is a different 'ball game'. Again, I sincerely hope you're right.
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322 replies | 15458 view(s)
Yesterday,
11:47 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Raptors GM: Everything Colangelo, Leiweke, Jackson... Leiweke won't be Rushed #254
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Everything Raptors
Only Burke's replacement Nonis is not bad.
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322 replies | 15458 view(s)
Yesterday,
12:56 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Your list of "IF's"
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Everything Raptors
IF: -Casey is replaced. -A proven PF, preferably Millsap, is acquired. -A solid back up or even starting PG is acquired. -Unrealistic but...
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Wed May 15th, 2013,
11:41 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Blowing it Up
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Everything Raptors
If Colangelo gets fired and you are still watching Leafs play off hockey, it doesn't affect the Leafs in any way. Not all fans are the same...
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93 replies | 2463 view(s)
Wed May 15th, 2013,
12:53 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Blowing it Up
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Everything Raptors
First of all, I'm not a marketing guy either. My little knowledge is from what I've picked up from hearing/reading and common sense. Just making...
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Wed May 15th, 2013,
12:12 AM
Eric Akshinthala
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Blowing it Up
in
Everything Raptors
As far as the Leafs are concerned, ACC is sold out no matter what. Hence revenue from ticket sales is not the issue. The other significant sources...
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93 replies | 2463 view(s)
Tue May 14th, 2013,
02:21 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Blowing it Up
in
Everything Raptors
"Can conduct business owning hockey". A decision on BC during the Leafs play off series would mean attention diverted from Leafs to Raptors as far...
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Tue May 14th, 2013,
01:21 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Blowing it Up
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Everything Raptors
Blowing it up after coming this far is neither sensible nor viable. Yes some of BC's moves have been questionable and could have been done...
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93 replies | 2463 view(s)
Tue May 14th, 2013,
12:44 AM
Eric Akshinthala
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Raptors Talking to Celtics Assistant Coach Tyronn Lue
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Everything Raptors
Not sure what his role in the Celtics Coaching staff is. I remember him being the Lakers back up PG when Shaq and Kobe played together. He was...
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Mon May 13th, 2013,
12:08 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Raptors GM: Everything Colangelo, Leiweke, Jackson... Leiweke won't be Rushed #254
in
Everything Raptors
Mere speculation but it seems to me like MLSE wants to pick up Colangelo's option but Colangelo is asking for more. When you put yourself in BC's...
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322 replies | 15458 view(s)
Mon May 13th, 2013,
11:53 AM
Eric Akshinthala
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Raptors Talking to Celtics Assistant Coach Tyronn Lue
in
Everything Raptors
I think the above mentioned things would not have taken place if Casey was not the Coach. As much as BC likes to defend Casey, I think he(Casey) is...
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Mon May 13th, 2013,
11:32 AM
Eric Akshinthala
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Realistic Options Regarding Andrea Bargnani
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Everything Raptors
'Awful' is the way a lot of teams view Bargnani as well. So I'm suggesting an 'awful for awful' deal AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, as Matt says, he's an...
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107 replies | 6406 view(s)
Sun May 12th, 2013,
05:44 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a poll
Realistic Options Regarding Andrea Bargnani
in
Everything Raptors
I think Bargnani will bounce back and revive his career but not here in Toronto. It'll be nice to wait until he starts playing better(which he's...
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107 replies | 6406 view(s)
Sat May 11th, 2013,
11:50 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a thread
Raptors Talking to Celtics Assistant Coach Tyronn Lue
in
Everything Raptors
With a decision on BC only a few days away, it doesn't make sense that Raps. would have bypassed BC and contacted Lue. I could be wrong but the...
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27 replies | 1732 view(s)
Fri May 10th, 2013,
01:21 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a poll
Realistic Options Regarding Andrea Bargnani
in
Everything Raptors
When a post does not make sense to you, the way you respond determines the course it takes(such as this). A pleasant response invokes pleasantness,...
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107 replies | 6406 view(s)
Fri May 10th, 2013,
12:07 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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Realistic Options Regarding Andrea Bargnani
in
Everything Raptors
Tenforthewin has been criticised for posting posts and disappearing. His lack of participation which irked people is now changing and people have a...
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107 replies | 6406 view(s)
Wed May 8th, 2013,
12:22 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a thread
Raptors GM: Everything Colangelo, Leiweke, Jackson... Leiweke won't be Rushed #254
in
Everything Raptors
I think we'll hear an announcement any moment this week. The fact that unlike other teams, Raps. have taken some time could mean that consideration...
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322 replies | 15458 view(s)
Sat May 4th, 2013,
02:19 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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The Toronto Blue Jays/MLB Thread
in
Raptors Republic Sports Junkie Forum
Anything less than 100% accountability should be unacceptable BUT the fact that every player is under performing only shows that this is more than a...
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603 replies | 30654 view(s)
Sat May 4th, 2013,
01:02 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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The Toronto Blue Jays/MLB Thread
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Raptors Republic Sports Junkie Forum
The best comparison to a basketball team would be a comparison to the Lakers. Lakers have had their share of injuries but that isn't the problem. ...
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603 replies | 30654 view(s)
Sat May 4th, 2013,
01:25 AM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a thread
The Toronto Blue Jays/MLB Thread
in
Raptors Republic Sports Junkie Forum
AA did his job by assembling talent. I he decides to make a trade, who does he trade? Other than Edwin to some extent, every other player is under...
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603 replies | 30654 view(s)
Fri May 3rd, 2013,
08:36 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a thread
Back-Up PG
in
Everything Raptors
Nate is better than Lucas but far from an everyday back up IMO. I like his heart and determination but I think he's better suited for SG.
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49 replies | 2089 view(s)
Fri May 3rd, 2013,
08:28 PM
Eric Akshinthala
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The Toronto Blue Jays/MLB Thread
in
Raptors Republic Sports Junkie Forum
Lakers did it after firing Mike Brown.
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603 replies | 30654 view(s)
Fri May 3rd, 2013,
03:44 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a thread
Back-Up PG
in
Everything Raptors
' Starting and back up PG being 'pass first' is no problem BUT both being 'shoot first' is a problem IMO.
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49 replies | 2089 view(s)
Wed May 1st, 2013,
12:19 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a thread
a penny for your thoughts?
in
Everything Raptors
Bryan's end of season press conference comments about Lowry caught my attention too. For one you'd have to see Bryan's concern and on the other...
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29 replies | 1560 view(s)
Tue Apr 30th, 2013,
05:57 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a thread
Raptors GM: Everything Colangelo, Leiweke, Jackson... Leiweke won't be Rushed #254
in
Everything Raptors
Very true. In some teams, the President plays an active role and in others the position is nominal.
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322 replies | 15458 view(s)
Tue Apr 30th, 2013,
04:51 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a poll
Jonas Valanciunas or Enes Kanter? (Poll added)
in
Everything Raptors
No hard feelings Sir. Your replacement of the word 'unlikely' instead of 'impossible' is noted.
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73 replies | 3650 view(s)
Tue Apr 30th, 2013,
03:50 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a poll
Jonas Valanciunas or Enes Kanter? (Poll added)
in
Everything Raptors
If I understand your post correctly, in your opinion trading JV/Bargnani for EK/Millsap is the same as trading JV for Wiggins. Not that anybody...
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73 replies | 3650 view(s)
Tue Apr 30th, 2013,
02:03 PM
Eric Akshinthala
replied to a poll
Jonas Valanciunas or Enes Kanter? (Poll added)
in
Everything Raptors
JV Vs EK, I prefer JV. However if an opportunity like JV/ Bargnani for Kanter/Millsap presented itself, Raps. should do that trade IMO.
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73 replies | 3650 view(s)
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