Title: Examining how Raptors’ defence could evolve under Darko Rajakovic
Date: October 19, 2023
Original Source: Sportsnet
Synopsis: In my latest at Sportsnet, I took a look at changes the Raptors could and should make defensively this year after a once-great scheme eroded in 2022-23. Read an excerpt!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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