Yea I like the energy he has brought but I believe he's shown why he's not a starter in these last few games and why his game is best suited off the bench.
Raptors Discussion: V64 Round 3! First conf. finals in franchise history!
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Yea I like the energy he has brought but I believe he's shown why he's not a starter in these last few games and why his game is best suited off the bench.
Fandlauer
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First time I've seen the Raptors win live! What a game! Why can't we play like that more.
I'm scared this means we will be throwing max money at DeMar though.
I'm scared this means we will be throwing max money at DeMar though.
The Nemesis
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As a defensive presence and energy guy he is basically perfect off the bench. But his non-existent offensive game, tendency to handle the ball like a live grenade, and prediliction for fouling would cripple a team that tries to use him as a full-time starter. Best case would be a platoon with an above-average backup, but even that isn't ideal.
Honestly, I'm not that upset though. Nogueira is a lot better than people give him credit for. He's not a hyper athletic, in-your-face type guy like Biyombo, but he's a good rebounder, has some shot-blocking ability, can run the floor, and can actually handle the basketball and run things like a pick-and-roll. He needs to add strength, and he will get caught out of position and foul a little too much, but as a backup those aren't deal-breakers. He'll slide into that 2nd unit with little problem.
Thank goodness for KL showing up lately. Team played their best game of the playoffs today as well I'd have to say.
Happy to see some more basketball but really am not expecting much. Fingers are crossed that JV will play.
Was also so refreshing to watch the game on ABC. Jackson and VG were great compared to our clown crew
Happy to see some more basketball but really am not expecting much. Fingers are crossed that JV will play.
Was also so refreshing to watch the game on ABC. Jackson and VG were great compared to our clown crew
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I'd rather Ross and Powell split time next year and resign Biz than bringing back DeMar at anything over $15M
Suntouchable13
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I think this series goes 6 or 7. Call it a gut feeling. I think we'll give Cleveland a run for it. If they want to get to the finals, they will have to earn it.
BayStreetBully
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We made history today! This is about as far as I would realistically expect. I'd love a series win of course, but whatever happens from hereon is just a bonus.
CatchyTune
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SB164
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PK even flew to Indianapolis and posted a photo with Andrew Luck
However, judging by his Twitter, I think Devante Smith-Pelley might actually be the biggest Raptors fan among hockey players.
Anyways, I'm just glad to see this team advance. Been a fan since day 1. Hell, I remember when the Raptors defeated the Bulls in 96 during their inaugural season
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EscapeGoat
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I think that fatigue will be a factor in the next series. We had the talent to put away Indiana and Miami in 5-6 games, but to take on such a well rested Cavs team after going the distance the first two rounds is going to be a monumental task. At the very least, I hope JV will be ready.
BayStreetBully
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Blue Jays in the ALCS, Raptors in the conference finals... when did we suddenly become a city of winners?
tokyoite
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OK maybe I'm missing something but why are you guys talking about Biz leaving if he's (supposedly) signed for two seasons?
http://www.nba.com/raptors/press-releases/biyombo-071815
N/m, found another link that mentions second year is player's option... damn it
http://www.sportsnet.ca/basketball/nba/can-raptors-keep-biyombo-beyond-season/
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Seriously, I've never seen such a 180 before. Last week, they were skeptical about even beating the Heat. Now we have a chance to win a couple games against Cleveland.
Cavs in 5. They are simply too good.
That's how I see it. There is even a strong chance that Cavs takes it in 4.Seriously, I've never seen such a 180 before. Last week, they were skeptical about even beating the Heat. Now we have a chance to win a couple games against Cleveland.
Cavs in 5. They are simply too good.
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Willy Styles
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Dont forget Roko Ukic, good ol' Rocking Roko. Lowry is definately the second best pg we've had next to Rocking Roko.
Willy Styles
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I hate to say it but if the raptors still had chris bosh, we would be legit contenders. He's literally the only thing this team is missing.
If Lowry plays like he did the last 3 games, Carroll plays well against LBJ and someone can cover Love, I think they have a chance. A lot of variables though, and I'd feel a lot better if JV was healthy but I think it will be a competitive series.
I figured it would be a sweep earlier in the 2nd round, but that game 7 gave me hope! They had some killer instinct FINALLY!
I figured it would be a sweep earlier in the 2nd round, but that game 7 gave me hope! They had some killer instinct FINALLY!
Eyedea
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He'd still be missing unfortunately knowing his situation. There's a good chance he'll never play again.
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Proud of this team.
I've criticized this player and that over the course of the season but here they are.
Whatever happens happens. A real achievement has been made here.
Well done boys. Now do us proud whatever the results against the Cavs.
I know that they will.
I've criticized this player and that over the course of the season but here they are.
Whatever happens happens. A real achievement has been made here.
Well done boys. Now do us proud whatever the results against the Cavs.
I know that they will.
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