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Raptors Weekly Podcast, Sep 15 – Economy of Movement

Tim Chisholm checks in for duty and gives his take on FIBA, the Raptors off-season moves, Adam Silver and hypothetical scenarios.

Tim Chisholm (@timpchisholm) checks in for duty and gives his take on FIBA, the Raptors off-season moves, Adam Silver, and hypothetical scenarios. We hear from DeMar DeRozan fresh off his World Championship win, and round it all out with NBA talk, plus so much more. A peek:

Part 1

  • Jonas Valanciunas exceeds expectations
  • Tim’s view on key changes to his approach from last year to FIBA
  • DeMar DeRozan impressive in limited minutes
  • Spain/USA – The matchup that never was
  • Who is the Raptors best player?
  • Hearing from DeRozan on what he takes from FIBA into the Raptors season
  • Dwane Casey hires, sort of, Coach K

Part 2

  • Amir Johnson’s contract situation
  • Comparing Johnson to the new age power forwards
  • Lou Williams’ X-Factorish role is tough to define
  • What jersey is Tim buying this year?
  • Will James Johnson turn the page and finally accept his role
  • Money to be made playing defense

Part 3

  • Andrew Wiggins – playing time vs winning team
  • How many more racist NBA owners?
  • Adam Silver’s heavy-handedness
  • Chicago Bulls – top team or a self-destruction job waiting to happen
  • Is an 80% Derrick Rose any good?
  • Rose for Rondo – would Bulls pull the trigger?

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