A quick one today. Another roller-coaster week, two disappointing losses sandwiched between an expected and an unexpected win. With injuries to Bargnani and Calderon, there was a chance for some reserves to make their mark and Jarrett Jack made the most of the opportunity. Sonny Weems had a nice run against Houston which many of …Continue Reading
The first danger tonight is playing down to the level of your opposition, the second one is underestimating Minnesota by judging them based on their 3-17 record. If we bring the seriousness and effort we played the last two games with, this one will be ours, but so often have we seen the Raptors drop …Continue Reading
Here’s some audio from this morning’s shootaround in Minnesota. Thanks to Timberwolves radio voice John Focke for sending this over. He’ll be joining us after the game to discuss the proceedings. DeRozan’s wearing the halloween mask pictured here as he’s doing this. It’s pretty funny. DeMar DeRozan: [audio:http://raptorsrepublic.com/audio/DeRozanShootaround-2009-10-09.mp3] Jay Triano: [audio:http://raptorsrepublic.com/audio/TrianoShootaround-2009-10-09.mp3]
As it stands now, the Top 3 looks like: Sacramento Washington LA Clippers I’m predicting Sacramento gets screwed, and the Knicks win the Lottery – taking take home Blake Griffin, stay tuned… BC representing, let’s hope he brings some luck (last time we got the #1 pick) Joel Litvin shouldn’t be allowed in front of …Continue Reading
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