Surviving Without Lowry, a Defensive Focus
The Raptors have done exactly what they've needed to do since the lose of Lowry: survive.
Defense
Taking a Look At The Overall Impact Of Serge Ibaka
While some might see the Kyle Lowry injury as horrible timing, and it is, there is also a little glimmer of positivity which has come from it. The Raptors have struggled so much this season without Kyle Lowry before the arrival of Serge Ibaka. Per NBAwowy, the Raptors have a -7 net rating in 717…
The Transformation Of Lucas Noguiera
There was much debate regarding whether or not the Raptors should overpay Bismack Biyombo to come back after his inspiring performances in the playoffs last season. 18 million dollars a year was ultimately too steep of a price, but the Raptors may very well have been better off without him thanks to the sudden emergence…
Improving Defense, Slow and Steady?
An elite offense has carried the Raptors, with the defense slowly improving to above average.
Video Compilation: Norman Powell’s Defense on Paul George and Pacers (Game 2)
Norman Powell's defense was immense in Game 2 versus the Pacers, and we document the evidenced.
Evaluating the Raptors Defense: End of Season Edition
Rest a little easier knowing that the team is back to playing the tough defense that we saw in the first two months of the season.
Evaluating the Raptors Defense, Pt. 3: Are They Doing Anything Right?
A look at what, if anything, the Raptors defense has been doing well as it has struggled over the last couple of months.
The Raptors’ defense has slid dramatically of late
How are opponents all suddenly Steph Curry against the Raptors?
Shifting the Narrative About Jonas Valanciunas’ Defense
To solidify my spot on the Raptors Republic rotation as the guy who presents unpopular opinions I am now going to mount a spirited defense of the defensive abilities of often-criticized Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas. At this point it seems almost inevitable that anything written or said about the Raptors defense will include some kind…
Dwane Casey and the Raptors sacrifice defense for offense
Life's all about making compromises. At least that's what they say, and that's certainly what Dwane Casey's doing.
Dwane Casey: Defense is Kind of Important
Dwane Casey has suggested that the focus of the remaining 8 games will be on defense entirely.
Jonas Valanciunas and the Hope for Rim Protection
Jonas Valanciunas is written about constantly, and still remains a mystery to be figured out. At 22 years of age, Jonas is already in his third year in the NBA and is central to the Raptors goals, both immediate and future.