GT: Toronto Raptors @ Los Angeles Lakers - Tues Jan 9th 10:30pm TSN

WuTang_CMB · Post #1 » by **WuTang_CMB** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 3:24 pm

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Post #2 » by **Duffman100** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 3:25 pm

Love this new team. So much more watchable.

Quickley, Barret and Porter into our rotation have changed things.

James_Raptors · Post #3 » by **James_Raptors** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 3:29 pm

It's not a streak unless you win at least two in a row. No jinxing but we're taking this to a 7-gamer. And next up it's LeBron and Brow in LaLaLand. The Lakers just came off a narrow victory last night over the Clippers 106-103 (Kawhi, PG13, et al, all played), so of course both teams will have a rest day before Tuesday's game.

Last night it was R J Barrett with a masterful offensive performance. He was efficient, great from deep, a distributer and fun as hell to watch.

Since the trade we've had more mouths to feed. The USG distribution has been shared more across the board. On any night, someone can go off and lead the team. Who knows what happens against the Lakers and which guys show up to put their stamp on the game.

Since trade:

Siakam: 34.4mpg, 21.7usg%, 18.3ast%
Scottie: 33.6mpg, 21.2usg%, 23.4ast%
Barrett: 31.4mpg, 24.0usg%, 12.4ast%
Quickley: 31.1mpg, 22.5usg%, 26.8ast%
Poeltl: 31.0mpg, 16.6usg%, 12.6ast%

Schroder: 29.7mpg, 16.7usg%, 21.3ast%
Trent: 24.6mpg, 17.0usg%, 5.0ast%
Boucher: 17.1mpg, 13.1usg%, 6.7ast%
J.Porter: 10.8mpg, 15.5usg%, 3.7ast%

We had 36 assists against the Warriors. We've been near the leaders of the league in assists this season, as Darko put's his stamp on the roster and style of play he wants to see. Lots of players seem to be buying in. But the noticeable wrench in the system right now seems to be Scottie Barnes lately. The "who pee'd in my cheerios look" is quickly getting old. I don't know if it's the OG/Precious trade, or what. But I'll also add that I'm not really sure what type of game he's supposed to be playing atm. He seems lost on offense, just standing around waving for the ball out at the 3pt line. His attitude stinks, period; it's unstable and immature.

But a shout-out to RJ Barrett once again, like I said in last night's GT. During the post-game he mentioned one of the key's to victory against Golden State was Scottie's defense on Steph. That sort of thing, as minor as it might seem, can help lift up a young fella, sort of a team-bonding moment (possibly). Anyways, enough about Scottie drama. Chemistry matters. Let's build UP!

Prediction:
Raptors 128 Lakers 119
Scottie with a bounce back game, on the big stage.
Team effort 30+ assists
Quickley with the double-double

Post #4 » by **niQ** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 3:29 pm

Let's get it! Keep it going!

MoneyBall · Post #5 » by **MoneyBall** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:16 pm

Loving Reaves' farmer's tan in that picture.

Harcore Fenton Mun · Post #6 » by **Harcore Fenton Mun** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:18 pm

Post #7 » by **Dirk** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:25 pm

Son Goku 25 · Post #8 » by **Son Goku 25** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:26 pm

6ixset · Post #9 » by **6ixset** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:28 pm

Raps in a blowout to shock LAL after coming off their surprising win against the red hot Clippers.

YogurtProducer · Post #10 » by **YogurtProducer** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:31 pm

Duffman100 wrote:Love this new team. So much more watchable.

Quickley, Barret and Porter into our rotation have changed things.

If Koloko comes back that would be great for us. Still holding out hope Dick has a second half "figure it out" moment.

Brinbe · Post #11 » by **Brinbe** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:31 pm

Should be a good one as it almost always is against the Lakers.

Potential · Post #12 » by **Potential** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:33 pm

The Lakers are still a top team they just need to stay healthy and they'll be fine but I feel bad for what we're going to do to them tomorrow night

Raptorslondon9 · Post #13 » by **Raptorslondon9** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:35 pm

Blows my mind that there was so much negativity towards Barrett, only 23 and so much potential. A little glimpse last night and he's been nothing but solid in every game so far. I hope he lights up the Lakers too, man this team is finally fun to watch again!

kalel123 · Post #14 » by **kalel123** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:36 pm

Wish we win one of next two in LA at least. Road trip then would be a success.

Post #15 » by **Duffman100** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 4:57 pm

YogurtProducer wrote:
Duffman100 wrote:Love this new team. So much more watchable.

Quickley, Barret and Porter into our rotation have changed things.

If Koloko comes back that would be great for us. Still holding out hope Dick has a second half "figure it out" moment.

I have a pilot light of faith in both situations. :lol:

Mr.Raptorsingh · Post #16 » by **Mr.Raptorsingh** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 5:10 pm

vobot · Post #17 » by **vobot** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 5:17 pm

If we can control the glass we should be in good shape!

F22_Raptor · Post #18 » by **F22_Raptor** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 5:21 pm

F22's #mood since the trade

glad to see the team gellin'. Looking forward to seeing the results after this West Coast road trip.

ImaBeatDatAzz · Post #19 » by **ImaBeatDatAzz** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 5:25 pm

Im surprised lakers are not in the mix for siakam. They have been struggling this season and could use his forward presence along with lebron and ad. Since we got quickley and dennis we dont need russell, but id want reaves over any other prospect discussed

Jadoogar · Post #20 » by **Jadoogar** » Mon Jan 8, 2024 5:28 pm

ImaBeatDatAzz wrote:Im surprised lakers are not in the mix for siakam. They have been struggling this season and could use his forward presence along with lebron and ad. Since we got quickley and dennis we dont need russell, but id want reaves over any other prospect discussed

They have very little to offer. DLo would be required for salary matching (which is a negative contract) and they only have 1 pick to offer (all the way out in 2029). I don't think they include Reaves, they are already thin at guard.

Siakam also isn't a great fit with AD imo, Lakers already can't shoot threes.