Title: Trading Pascal Siakam to the Warriors? A deal might be difficult for Raptors
Date: July 5, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I wrote about the idea of the Raptors trading Pascal Siakam and why I think any rumours to that effect have limited legs. Read an excerpt!
Title: Canada’s comeback not enough in overtime as Olympic drought continues
Date: July 3, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I wrote about Canada coming up short in the semis of Olympic qualifiers again. Read an excerpt!
Title: Andrew Nicholson shines as Canada punches ticket to knockout stage of Olympic qualifier
Date: June 30, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I wrote about Canada sweeping their group stage, putting them two wins from Olympic qualification. Read an excerpt!
Title: Canada shakes off predictable slow start, gets first win on path to Olympic berth
Date: June 29, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I wrote about Canada getting off to a 1-0 start at their Olympic qualifier and showing some growth along the way. Read an excerpt!
Title: Murphy and Koreen: Previewing Canada’s chances of qualifying for the Olympics in Victoria
Date: June 28, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, Eric Koreen and I previewed Canada’s chances of qualifying for the Olympics via their last-chance qualifying tournament in Victoria. Read an excerpt!
Title: Raptors trade possibilities: What would it take to move up or down at NBA Draft?
Date: June 24, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I looked at ways the Raptors could trade up or down in the draft to maximize their No. 4 pick. Read an excerpt!
Title: Play-In for what? Raptors leapfrog to No. 4 in NBA Draft Lottery
Date: June 22, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I broke down the Raptors jumping from No. 7 to No. 4 in the NBA Draft Lottery and what it means on several fronts. Read an excerpt!
Title: Raptors NBA Draft Lottery primer: Why Cade Cunningham is a great fit, odds, scenarios and more
Date: June 22, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I refreshed everything you need to know about the NBA Draft Lottery, where the Raptors stand, and more. Read an excerpt!
Title: Pascal Siakam’s labrum injury explained: How did it happen, how long he’ll be out, who steps up for Raptors?
Date: June 12, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I took a look at what Pascal Siakam’s shoulder surgery means for his development and the Raptors, and what precedent might tell us about his recovery. Read an excerpt!
Title: Jalen Green vs. Jalen Suggs: Which Jalen is right for the Raptors if they move up in the lottery?
Date: June 11, 2021
Original Source: The Athletic
Synopsis: In my latest for The Athletic Toronto, I looked at the debate between Jalen Green and Jalen Suggs for the Raptors if they pick in the top four in the draft. Read an excerpt!
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