raptorsrepublic.com - 10/13/2009
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Toronto Sun
"I had a good practice (yesterday) and hopefully another one (today) and hopefully get some playing time (tomorrow) and hopefully be part of the team from now on," said a hopeful Turkoglu, adding that he’s been both mentally and physically worn down since the ...
Why The Raptors Are Worse Than You Think
outsidethenba.wordpress.com 10/11/2009 —
Ah yes a new season is upon us. It’s a time of wonderment, of unbridled optimism, of limitless possibilities. There are still a few weeks before the season starts and cold reality slaps the majority of the Association in the face, but I ...
Morning Coffee Oct 5
raptorsrepublic.com 10/5/2009 —
Toronto Sun
Triano has been pleased with the aggressiveness shown by Andrea Bargnani.
"He’s been more of a physical presence," Triano said. "(There were) a couple of times in camp when he got the ball in the post, turned and just went right to the basket. In the ...
Morning Coffee Oct 11
raptorsrepublic.com 10/11/2009 —
Toronto Sun
When he made his pre-season debut on Friday, Bosh went 4-for-8 from the field, including a hitherto unseen hook shot.
By his own admission, it wasn’t exactly a vintage Kareem hook, but Bosh’s ability to make the shot gives defenders another weapon they must now ...
Morning Coffee – Oct 6
raptorsrepublic.com 10/6/2009 —
Toronto Sun
Both Bosh and Turkoglu, whom the Raptors acquired via a four-way trade this summer, did a number of light drills in practice yesterday.
Turkoglu is relatively healthy, but fatigued after playing in the NBA Finals with Orlando in June and then playing for Turkey at the ...
Morning Coffee Oct 9
raptorsrepublic.com 10/9/2009 —
Toronto Sun
Unlike previous pre-seasons when knee problems have not just taken him off the floor but rendered him incapable of doing almost anything, Bosh’s hamstring strain was far less restrictive.
"This year there were no problems at all. It was just a very, very mild ...
Morning Coffee Oct 15
raptorsrepublic.com 10/15/2009 —
Toronto Sun
Chris Bosh welcomed his new teammate with 20 points in the first half, but the Raptors suffered third-quarter defensive lapses and fatigue may have got the best of them.
"I thought they played well together and we got a little glimpse of what they’re going to be ...
Morning Coffee Sept 29
raptorsrepublic.com 9/29/2009 —
Toronto Sun
For now, Wright is saying all the right things and gives the Raptors a defensive presence on the wing, an area of concern in Toronto for the past few seasons.
"In this league, you have to separate yourself from your peers by whatever means,” Wright said as the ...
Why The Raptors Are Better Than You Think
outsidethenba.wordpress.com 10/11/2009 —
Ah yes, a new season is upon us. It’s a time of wonderment, of unbridled optimism, of limitless possibilities. There are still a few weeks before the season starts and cold reality slaps the majority of the Association in the face, so I’m going ...
A Closer Look: How Things Could Go Wrong For The Raptors
vittoriodezen.wordpress.com 10/6/2009 — This is another guest post by my buddy Julian, who writes the blog Comedy Landfill . Like me, he’s a huge NBA fan in Toronto, so he has a lot to say about the Raptors. He’s previously written about their offense and their defense , from a bit of an optimistic point of view. Now, ...
Morning Linkage – Oct 28
raptorsrepublic.com 29 days ago — Pressure on for Bosh, Colangelo to deliver – The Globe and Mail
Are the Raptors bound for the NBA's upper class, ready to flex their uber-rich ownership's considerable financial muscle to add talent in search of playoff success with Bosh as the focal point on the floor and ...
Morning Buzz —
Wizards Insider 10/12/2009
Yesterday the Wizards lost to the Toronto Raptors in preseason action but were encouraged by the emergance of Agent Third Quarter. Also, Coach Flip Saunders looks forward to tomorrow's reunion with the Detroit Pistons. * Back to Gilbert Arenas: He ...
NBA Predictions 2K10: Eastern Conference —
Bleacher Report - NBA 10/12/2009
The NBA season is right around the corner, so it's time for some basketball predictions. Where's your favorite team ranked? Who will rise to stardom? Who will falter? All those questions plus many more are answered on the slides that follow. Read ...