Weekend 3-on-2: Patterbrough’s defense, Raptors’ historic offense, Hayes stepping to
Welcome to the Weekend 3-on-2, a weekly (maybe) feature that looks at three things the Raptors do well, and two things they don’t.
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GIF + Video – James Johnson Destroys Andre Drummond + Flagrant Foul
GIF of James Johnson's vicious dunk on Andre Drummond, and post-game quote.
GIF – Landry Fields Leaves Pistons Game with Injury
Landry Fields has left the game after suffering a very bad fall. He will not return. Let’s hope it’s nothing serious, he did lay on the floor for a while before walking off on his own feet. Landry Fields will not return. He is currently receiving stitches to his head. Will update status later. #raptors…
Video – Chuck Hayes with a Great Halftime Interview
Chuck Hayes had five points and made the halftime interview, which is about as honest of an interview as you'll find.
The Ressurection of Landry Fields
Landry Fields serves a purpose. I know…I’m as surprised as you are, but it’s true.
Jonas Valanciunas and the Long Game
This was supposed to be the year that Jonas turned the corner. He’d finally grasp the intricacies of the NBA’s complicated defensive schemes enough for Dwane Casey to trust him when it mattered most.
Greivis Vasquez’s potentially costly struggles
The Raptors are weathering Vasquez’s slow start, but they’re running a major risk in the process.
GIF – Landry Fields Just Made This Behind-the-Back Pass
He ran the break earlier and now he’s just taking a piss. [gfy]UnripeFirstBittern[/gfy]
GIF – Landry Fields Starts, Scores, Doesn’t Believe It
Landry Fields got another start tonight against the Magic, this time guarding the in-form Tobias Harris. So far, he’s been active on both ends and contributed this little break on offense. His reaction to scoring is great.
Raptors’ defensive rebounding becoming an issue
The Raptors' troublesome defense stems from issues on the defensive glass.