The “phew, that was close” edition. Banks – tell me you weren’t shocked when he hit those 3s early. For a guy who takes a lot of stick in these parts, it was satisfying to see him have a good game. Bargnani – good game from the pasta pusher. Did a great job in making…
The “where first round matchups come to die” edition. Banks – call me crazy, but the guy could turn into an okay back up. He’ll never be flashy, he’ll never be consistent, he’ll make you want to throw stuff, he has that lost look in his eyes……and he is a perfect representation of this basketball…
The “to reply to this meeting request, click here” edition. Banks – he may be unfairly ridiculed, given that he never complains about his role and comes ready to play. Problem is, his level of play isn’t at the NBA standard. If you are a PG on a team with only one other healthy PG…
The “come on, beat us from the outside, we dare ya” edition. Banks – 9 minutes of back up duty that amounted to nothing. The Raptors are getting as much out of this guy as they would a fire hydrant in the desert. Bargnani – things always go well when he attacks the hoop early.…
The “we just want to show our home fans that we care” edition. Banks – back to the bench. Sadly, probably the right move. Bargnani – offensively, a solid game. Completely different look to his demeanour tonight and it even included the return of the lean-in-for-the-shooting-foul move he perfected on his own teammates in training…
The “if Roko makes you look silly, you probably are” edition. Banks – at least I now know why his shoulders are so muscular: they have years of having to prop up a flailing career based on broken promise. Sir, Roko Ukic slapped you with his purse tonight. Bargnani – Belinelli – Great game tonight.…
The “never underestimate the power of Love” edition. Banks – over a couple of Roll Calls I suggested maybe it was time to unleash Marcus and see what he can give us. Evidently the answer comes in two parts: he has perfected the “airball three” to perfection during his time on the bench and other…
The “like there was ever any doubt pt.II” edition. Banks – Jay should use the “bling defense” and have Marcus flash his watch as teams bring the ball up the court. That thing could defend Kobe without fouling him. Bargnani – another poor shooting night, but you have to wonder if it’s because he is…
The “like there was ever any doubt” edition. Banks – he was finally a crucial part of a Raptors victory: he took the minutes during the meeting. Bargnani – non-existent for pretty much three quarters, but like Frankenstein in a hydro field, he woke up late. Finished with 16/9, but it took him 20 shots…
I have absolutely no interest in writing about the Raptors right now. If I did, I would write a Choose Your Own Adventure style column, or a Mad Libs column, similar to the following: "__(curse word) __ (curse word) ___(curse word) Jay Triano ___ (curse word) defense ________ (curse word) polar bears ________ (curse word)…
The “perfect time to grout the back splash in my kitchen” edition. Banks – it’s his fault. Bargnani – well, if there are a few positives to come from this game, one of them would be that the focus is taken off his play. Belinelli – hey!! he found his scoring touch!! Well done, Marco! …
The “well then” edition. Banks – seriously…activate him and sit Weems. Try something. Bargnani – ran the lane once, hit some nice shots, but defensively he lived up to my fellow RR brethren’s low expectations. As disappointing as ordering a black coffee, but getting a double double. Belinelli – hit 2 shots but committed 2…