network.nationalpost.com - 3/28/2008
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It was Jose Calderon's idea to go back to the bench and allow T.J. Ford to take over as the Toronto Raptors' starting point guard. But when Raptors coach Sam Mitchell gave the idea the rubber stamp before Wednesday's game against Detroit, he had the numbers to back up the change. Despite Calderon being the superior offensive player this year, both players have actually played better in their ...
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Linkage - March 28
The AltRaps Blog —
... as the Toronto Raptors’ starting point guard. But when Raptors coach Sam Mitchell gave the idea the rubber stamp before Wednesday’s game against Detroit, he had the numbers to back up the change. Despite Calderon being the superior offensive player this year, both players have actually played better in their current roles: Ford as a starter, and Calderon as a reserve. And in terms of overall production, the current lineup — with Ford starting — has been more successful for Toronto. - National Post If there’s one thing that has to concern the Raptors organization and brain trust ...
The Revolt Begins...
T.Jose Caldesports —
... Then there's this article. Essentially the author makes the point that, because Toronto is 8-7 when Ford is starting and Calderon the backup (compared to 10-15 with Calderon starting and Ford the backup), then this is the right decision for the Raptors (to move Ford into the starting lineup). ...
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