Category Archives: Analysis

The curious case of Jeff Dowtin Jr. and his contract status with the Raptors

Title: The curious case of Jeff Dowtin Jr. and his contract status with the Raptors
Date: October 16, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I looked at Jeff Dowtin Jr.’s contract and roster situation with the Raptors, and some other fringe roster situations ahead of cut-down day. Read an excerpt!

FIBA World Cup Semifinal Preview: Serbia’s Bogdanovic the next test for Canada

Title: FIBA World Cup Semifinal Preview: Serbia’s Bogdanovic the next test for Canada
Date: September 7, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I previewed the Canada’s semifinal matchup against Serbia at the FIBA World Cup. Read an excerpt!

FIBA World Cup Rankings: How does Canada stack up in the quarterfinals field?

Title: FIBA World Cup Rankings: How does Canada stack up in the quarterfinals field?
Date: September 4, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I previewed the knockout stage of the FIBA World Cup from Canada’s perspective, sizing up their chances of medalling now that they’ve already clinched an Olympics berth. Read an excerpt!

FIBA World Cup Round 2 Preview: Canada has little room for error but big opportunity

Title: FIBA World Cup Round 2 Preview: Canada has little room for error but big opportunity
Date: August 31, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I previewed the second round of the FIBA World Cup from Canada’s perspective, including their matchups, their path to the Olympics, and more. Read an excerpt!

2023 FIBA World Cup Preview: Canada looks to make history and deliver on growth

Title:2023 FIBA World Cup Preview: Canada looks to make history and deliver on growth
Date: August 24, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I previewed the FIBA World Cup from Canada’s perspective, including their strengths and weaknesses, their path to the Olympics, and more. Read an excerpt!

How American League playoff contenders stack up after trade deadline

Title: How American League playoff contenders stack up after trade deadline
Date: August 1, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I took a look around the American League at what the Blue Jays’ competitors addressed at the trade deadline. Read an excerpt!

Raptors Roster Report: Where things stand after dramatic start of free agency

Title: Raptors Roster Report: Where things stand after dramatic start of free agency
Date: July 4, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I took a look at the Raptors’ moves and non-moves early in free agency with an eye toward the CBA-related explanations behind them. Read an excerpt!

Major decisions remain for Raptors with free agency on horizon

Title: Major decisions remain for Raptors with free agency on horizon
Date: June 23, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I updated my annual Raptors free agency and salary cap primer to get you ready for the offseason following draft night. Read an excerpt!

Raptors free agency primer: The different directions Toronto can go this offseason

Title: Raptors free agency primer: The different directions Toronto can go this offseason
Date: May 19, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I wrote my annual Raptors free agency and salary cap primer to get you ready for the offseason. Read an excerpt!

O.G. Anunoby is a defensive unicorn. How will that impact his contract talks with the Raptors?

Title: O.G. Anunoby is a defensive unicorn. How will that impact his contract talks with the Raptors?
Date: March 16, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I wrote about the unique defensive profile of OG Anunoby and how a possible new CBA wrinkle could keep him in Toronto long-term. Read an excerpt!