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Playoff R2G2 Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors

psalm234 April 29, 2019 Game Thread 0

The Raptors defense has been very impressive to create 5-game winning streak while holding their opponent under 100 points and 42% shooting. Only 11 other teams have done that in the playoffs over the last 35 years. 8 of them went to the Finals. 3 won the championship. The Raptors have held their opponent under 100 points and 42% shooting in 5 straight games. Only 11 other teams have done that in the playoffs over the last 35 years. 8 of them went to the Finals. 3 won the championship. pic.twitter.com/MU0Fh3Ianp — Josh Lewenberg (@JLew1050) April 29, 2019 @JLin7 was surprised to hear Coach Nurse calling him to check in⛹️‍♂️. He immediately grabbed a rebound and made a nice passing🏀to i... »

Playoff R2G1 Philadelphia 76ers vs Toronto Raptors

HV Joy April 27, 2019 Game Thread 0

As provided by @HVJoy Game 1 Preview: Raptors vs Sixers https://www.nba.com/raptors… – Injury report: For the Raptors, OG Anunoby (appendectomy), and Jordan Loyd (coach’s decision) are out. Chris Boucher (back spasms) is listed as questionable. For the Sixers, Mike Scott (bruised heel and plantar fasciitis) is listed as out. – Leonard time: Kawhi Leonard has a perfect 13-0 record against the Sixers in his NBA career. He is coming off a 27-point performance in Game 5 against the Magic, shooting 8-for-11 from the floor and a perfect 5-for-5 from the three-point line. – New look: Though the Raptors and Sixers played each other four times during the regular season, both t... »

Playoff R1G5 Orlando Magic vs Toronto Raptors

psalm234 April 23, 2019 Game Thread 0

Playoff R1G4 Toronto Raptors vs Orlando Magic

psalm234 April 21, 2019 Game Thread 0

Playoff R1G3 Toronto Raptors vs Orlando Magic: A Chance To Regain Home-Court Advantage

psalm234 April 19, 2019 Game Thread 0

The Raptors managed to dominate the Magic with 111-82 win in Game 2 but they still need to win one game in Orlando to regain the home-court advantage. Will the Raptors be able to repeat the strong defense to slow down Orlando Magic on the road? Lin played well finishing with 4 points/1 assist in 4 minutes of garbage time but it is less likely Lin will play in a close game unless Coach Nurse needs him if the 2nd unit is struggling again or the Raptors need help if DJ Augustin is unstoppable again like in Game 1. ESPN Preview The Toronto Raptors hope to continue the dominance they showed in Game 2 when they visit the Orlando Magic for Game 3 of the first-round playoff series Friday night. The ... »

Playoff R1G2 Orlando Magic vs Toronto Raptors: Will the Raptors Use Jeremy Lin’s Defense to Guard DJ Augustin After Raptors Game 1 Loss?

psalm234 April 16, 2019 Game Thread 0

It is ironic that only after the #2 seed Toronto Raptors got shocked with a Game 1 loss at their home court against the 7th seed Orlando Magic, they started talking about the importance of defense in order to win championship. Prior to the loss, there were aspirations about going to the NBA Finals but not much emphasis on crucial defense to win championships. Is it too late for the Raptors to prioritize team defense after ignoring how well opponents have shot to exploit their lack of defense in regular season? Raptors Lack of Defense Especially 3-Pt Defense and Hot-Shooting DJ Augustin in 2 Regular Season Blowout Losses The lack of Raptors defense have contributed in 2 blowout losses ... »

Playoff R1G1 Orlando Magic vs Toronto Raptors: The Quest for NBA Finals Begins!

psalm234 April 13, 2019 Game Thread 0

With Anunoby (emergency appendectomy) is expected to be out for at least 2 weeks and McCaw (sprained right thumb) out another week, Toronto Raptors will be a little short-handed to start the playoff by hosting Orlando Magic. Will the Raptors get off to a quick start? And will Jeremy Lin play well enough to exceed the expected 8-10 minutes in the 2nd unit? It’s time to find out how the Raptors players respond in the crucial Game 1 at home. We can only hope that Lin’s back or body will be ready with the help of Master Lo (massage therapist) who came all the way from Taiwan. And Lin can once again find a way to believe that he can help his team in the pressure-packed playoff environ... »

#2 Toronto Raptors vs #7 Orlando Magic Playoff Matchup: What We Can Expect From Jeremy Lin’s Role

psalm234 April 12, 2019 Article 0

82 games of 2018-19 regular season has concluded and the 2nd seed Toronto Raptors will meet the 7th seed Orlando Magic in the Eastern Conference Playoff. The winner of this first round will meet the winner of Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets matchup. It is a good matchup for the Raptors who will avoid meeting #1 seed Milwaukee Bucks and #4 seed Boston Celtics until the Eastern Conference Finals if they advance there. They are expected to provide the toughest challenge in the Eastern Conference, although the deep and talented Celtics roster has had some chemistry issues. Orlando is solid defensively. They're 22-9 over their last 31. They have multiple (& versatile) bigs. And... »

Game 82 Toronto Raptors vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Last Game To Impress Before The Playoff

psalm234 April 9, 2019 Game Thread 0

After the DNP-CD (Did Not Play-Coach Decision), will Jeremy Lin play in the last game of the regular season to impress before the playoff? Jeremy Lin did not play in the Raptors 117-109 OT Win over Miami Heat. In the 2nd unit, Norm Powell played well with perfect 7-7 shooting to finish with 23 points but Anunoby struggled with 0 points in 17 minutes. If Lin plays, this game will be the last game for him to make an impression for the coaches that he can contribute in the stacked Raptors team. Without the ball in his hands, he seemed uninvolved so we can only hope Lin found a way to move off-the-ball and provide the much necessary scoring in the current Raptors system in order to get minutes. ... »

Game 81 Miami Heat vs Toronto Raptors: Disappearing Touches

psalm234 April 7, 2019 Game Thread 0

Disappearing Touches for Lin With disappearing touches for Lin in the past few games, the struggle is very real. With sporadic minutes amounting to 10-11 minutes per game without Lin touching the ball, the Raptors did not leverage his strength of distributing the ball and giving him rhythm to be involved in the Raptors offense. Has time run out for Lin to be involved and contributing to the Raptors in the playoff? Lin’s Technical Foul Lin received a technical foul for protesting uncalled foul by defender when Lin drove to the rim. Mr. Ronnie Nunn, Ex-NBA referee, confirmed it was an uncalled foul. Lin’s protest might be considered strong reaction to prompt the undeserved technica... »