Category Archives: Analysis

Raptors 905 secure foundational piece in Charlie Brown Jr.

Title: Raptors 905 secure foundational piece in Charlie Brown Jr.
Date: November 8, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I wrote about how a new luxury tax apron wrinkle looped Charlie Brown Jr. into a Knicks-Wolves trade and ultimately landed him with Raptors 905, with a 905 notebook at the end. Read an excerpt!

Gradey Dick’s offensive versatility at forefront of early breakout for Raptors

Title: Gradey Dick’s offensive versatility at forefront of early breakout for Raptors
Date: November 4, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I explored Gradey Dick’s strong start to the season and the ways in which it can elevate the Raptors’ offense, now and in the future. Read an excerpt!

Raptors 905 Primer: How a camp roster is built, G League rights, two-ways and more 

Title: Raptors 905 Primer: How a camp roster is built, G League rights, two-ways and more 
Date: October 28, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I broke down the Raptors 905 roster ahead of training camp, explaining the different contract and rights types at play. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Takeaways: Another solid effort not enough in loss to Timberwolves

Title: Raptors Takeaways: Another solid effort not enough in loss to Timberwolves
Date: October 26, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I wrote about the Raptors’ shorthanded loss to the Timberwolves, a high-effort game with some good signs, just not one they’re equipped to win yet. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Roster Breakdown: Battle and Fernando make cut, cap impact, and more

Title: Raptors Roster Breakdown: Battle and Fernando make cut, cap impact, and more
Date: October 19, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I broke down the Raptors’ roster decisions, what it means for Raptors 905, their updated cap sheet, and more. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Takeaways: Near-comeback disguises mixed-effort loss to Celtics

Title: Raptors Takeaways: Near-comeback disguises mixed-effort loss to Celtics
Date: October 13, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I shared a few takeaways from the Raptors’ latest preseason game, which was quite bad until it got a little good, at least for the hungry, end-of-roster guys. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Takeaways: Barnes’ return highlights otherwise ugly loss

Title: Raptors Takeaways: Barnes’ return highlights otherwise ugly loss
Date: October 11, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I shared a few takeaways from the Raptors’ latest preseason game, which featured the return of Scottie Barnes. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Notebook: Contract decisions loom for several players

Title: Raptors Notebook: Contract decisions loom for several players
Date: October 7, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I dropped a notebook from Raptors training camp, with scouting notes, injury updates, and key decision dates ahead after the team’s exhibition opener. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Notebook: Canadians stand out at open scrimmage

Title: Raptors Notebook: Canadians stand out at open scrimmage
Date: October 4, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I dropped a notebook from Raptors training camp, with scouting notes and injury updates from the team’s open scrimmage. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Notebook: Why does Quickley have brace on hand?

Title: Raptors Notebook: Why does Quickley have brace on hand?
Date: October 3, 2024
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I dropped a notebook from Raptors training camp, with bullets on Immanuel Quickley’s injury, Gradey Dick’s weight gain, some NBA-wide notes, and more. Read an excerpt!