PG: Pascal Blazes Portland Like a Backwoods... Raptors Still Lose

[720]

These losses are draining.

If we don't sweep this charlotte 2 gamer that might be it for me. Officially join TWO, Focus on dissertation defense, and hope for a high draft pick.

Raptors turning people to TWO game by game lol. I really doubt we’d sweep the Hornets, but we could split with them I think. Hayward seems to be on a revenge tour with how he’s started this season and LaMelo is getting more and more comfortable with every game they play.

If MagaHayward turns up vs us like he always does I say they take one.

[Marty_Budda]

Pistons made horrible moves throughout free agency aside from Grant. They signed like 5 Centers in the same day lol

You say they traded for Russ as if that was supposed to make the wizards legit lol. And yet the majority of their wins have come with Russ out so that should tell you all you need to know.

We had the 2nd best record in the league last year and yeah we lost our bigs, but after signing Baynes the media thought we’d be at least alright and wouldn’t drop off too much. Don’t pretend like this team hasn’t been really bad in comparison to expectations with the roster they have. 2 all stars from last season (1 a starter)

I knew the wizards wouldn’t be legit with Westbrook. He’s trash. But the wizards gave up wall and a pick for him to get worse? Also go on the general board and see what people were saying over the summer. Over half of them had wizards as the 6-8 seed. Same with the media.

Also you’re severely undervaluing the value gasol brought. He was literally our anchor on D. You play him instead of Len for the 7 or 8 minutes that Len played the last 2 games and we probably win both of those games.

Also you’re putting the blame on nurse for being 2-10 this year but not giving him any credit for being the 2nd seed last year? The truth is we overachieved last year and we’re underachieving this year. Over 72 games our record will even out to around 450-500 unless we trade Lowry. Losing what was the best center rotation in basketball hurt us bad whether you want to admit it or not.

Again, I’m not advocating for him to get fired. I said his resume is the only reason he’s not being questioned right now, which you seem to agree with by mentioning his resume from last year. Obviously Nurse isn’t solely to blame for our record so far but he’s not faultless either. His rotations haven’t been all that great and he hasn’t been managing minutes all too well either. 6 double digit blown leads don’t just happen for no reason. It’s on the players as well as the coach

Of course. When you lose it’s on everybody. And yeah of course previous record and accomplishments have an influence. Nobody would fire pop right now even tho the Spurs suck. I think we actually agree on a lot here lol.

With regards to the rotations, it’s really difficult man. We have a ton of guards and no capable centers. So the rotations are going to look weird. He’s looking at what works.

I low key think Masai isn’t making any moves because he’s on team tank at this point too lol. He could trade for an average nba center and would only need to give up like norm but he wants some of that lotto action too

[Reverend X]

How the fack did the Raps lose that game.

By playing like sissy panchods in the 4th like usual.

What does sissy panchods mean?

[TdotRap4Lyfe]

Jalen Green would make a great SG for the Raptors next year

[Bruin]

I knew the wizards wouldn’t be legit with Westbrook. He’s trash. But the wizards gave up wall and a pick for him to get worse? Also go on the general board and see what people were saying over the summer. Over half of them had wizards as the 6-8 seed. Same with the media.

Also you’re severely undervaluing the value gasol brought. He was literally our anchor on D. You play him instead of Len for the 7 or 8 minutes that Len played the last 2 games and we probably win both of those games.

Also you’re putting the blame on nurse for being 2-10 this year but not giving him any credit for being the 2nd seed last year? The truth is we overachieved last year and we’re underachieving this year. Over 72 games our record will even out to around 450-500 unless we trade Lowry. Losing what was the best center rotation in basketball hurt us bad whether you want to admit it or not.

Again, I’m not advocating for him to get fired. I said his resume is the only reason he’s not being questioned right now, which you seem to agree with by mentioning his resume from last year. Obviously Nurse isn’t solely to blame for our record so far but he’s not faultless either. His rotations haven’t been all that great and he hasn’t been managing minutes all too well either. 6 double digit blown leads don’t just happen for no reason. It’s on the players as well as the coach

Of course. When you lose it’s on everybody. And yeah of course previous record and accomplishments have an influence. Nobody would fire pop right now even tho the Spurs suck. I think we actually agree on a lot here lol.

With regards to the rotations, it’s really difficult man. We have a ton of guards and no capable centers. So the rotations are going to look weird. He’s looking at what works.

I low key think Masai isn’t making any moves because he’s on team tank at this point too lol. He could trade for an average nba center and would only need to give up like norm but he wants some of that lotto action too

Yeah true it’s hard to come up with a constant rotation with this roster lol

I think masai makes moves at the deadline but as a seller rather than a buyer. Gotta get what we can for Lowry from a contender and move on with the stealth rebuild

[VinBaker6]

I was team positive but I don’t think I put down team negative.

Also Trump supporters are biologically low IQ so please don’t compare these two things.

I was actually called a Trump supporter for saying this core is weak because of low IQ.

Don't worry, there will be a response quoting me doubling down on it and my mental capacity being lacking

Facts. I got called an idiot and a new fan because I said we aren't a top seed this year.

I was told to get a life and stop being so negative every season when the last time I was negative on the team was years ago

[Raptors Realtor]

Legit starting to wonder if Nick nurse is going to get fired.

Well let me put that wonder to rest, he ain't getting fired. They won the chip in his first season and coach of the year in his 2nd... Would be shocked if he isn't kept the full term of his contract, at minimum.

Not sure why people are so mad, after Giannis re-signing with the bucks and the Raps playing in Tampa during a shortened season, this is the best year to tank and get a top 5 or so prospect to add to the core.

[720]

How the fack did the Raps lose that game.

By playing like sissy panchods in the 4th like usual.

What does sissy panchods mean?

It’s Punjabi for sister ****. That’s what urban dictionary says.

Punjabis have like three swear words/insults Kala, Gutha, panchod.

[WeThe2019Champs]

Sucks but hope they learn not to give Pascal the ball taking the final shot.

[Cobra Kawhi]

Sucks but hope they learn not to give Pascal the ball taking the final shot.

That's not how it works

[WaltFrazier]

It's frustrating how the offense seems to slow down and tighten up as the game comes down to the wire. We were moving the ball and playing free and hitting 3's, but then the last few minutes Kyle and Fred over-dribble and take too long to initiate.

[bon]

Crazy how everyone forgot all the clutch baskets to win the game Siakam had last season. "What have you done for me lately" I guess.

[dandaman]

I can't believe there are still people who aren't pro tank. This doesn't even feel like a real season, games are getting suspended, players are going down left and right, and it seems like its only gonna get worse before it gets better. This team, even if they get their sheet together is a first round exit at best, why miss out on an opportunity to get top 3 pick to maybe squeeze into the playoffs and get swept in a fake season.

[Metallikid]

I can't believe there are still people who aren't pro tank. This doesn't even feel like a real season, games are getting suspended, players are going down left and right, and it seems like its only gonna get worse before it gets better. This team, even if they get their sheet together is a first round exit at best, why miss out on an opportunity to get top 3 pick to maybe squeeze into the playoffs and get swept in a fake season.

Because Kyle, Fred, Pascal, Nick, Bobby, Masai AREN'T LOSERS AND THEY WON'T ACCEPT LOSING.

How do none of you guys get this? This is literally a foundational winning culture/integrity issue.

[720]

I can't believe there are still people who aren't pro tank. This doesn't even feel like a real season, games are getting suspended, players are going down left and right, and it seems like its only gonna get worse before it gets better. This team, even if they get their sheet together is a first round exit at best, why miss out on an opportunity to get top 3 pick to maybe squeeze into the playoffs and get swept in a fake season.

Because Kyle, Fred, Pascal, Nick, Bobby, Masai AREN'T LOSERS AND THEY WON'T ACCEPT LOSING.

How do none of you guys get this? This is literally a foundational winning culture/integrity issue.

Minor hiccup then we’ll go back to winning next season with our all star caliber draft pick and a center from our 30 million dollar cap space.

[Randle McMurphy]

I can't believe there are still people who aren't pro tank. This doesn't even feel like a real season, games are getting suspended, players are going down left and right, and it seems like its only gonna get worse before it gets better. This team, even if they get their sheet together is a first round exit at best, why miss out on an opportunity to get top 3 pick to maybe squeeze into the playoffs and get swept in a fake season.

Because Kyle, Fred, Pascal, Nick, Bobby, Masai AREN'T LOSERS AND THEY WON'T ACCEPT LOSING.

How do none of you guys get this? This is literally a foundational winning culture/integrity issue.

They better learn to accept it then and quick. As soon as they trade Lowry, this is one of the worst teams in the league.

[Psubs]

I can't believe there are still people who aren't pro tank. This doesn't even feel like a real season, games are getting suspended, players are going down left and right, and it seems like its only gonna get worse before it gets better. This team, even if they get their sheet together is a first round exit at best, why miss out on an opportunity to get top 3 pick to maybe squeeze into the playoffs and get swept in a fake season.

Because Kyle, Fred, Pascal, Nick, Bobby, Masai AREN'T LOSERS AND THEY WON'T ACCEPT LOSING.

How do none of you guys get this? This is literally a foundational winning culture/integrity issue.

Minor hiccup then we’ll go back to winning next season with our all star caliber draft pick and a center from our 30 million dollar cap space.

After losing Kawhi, the team reverted back to regular season great team, but lost a closer. They were able to be #2 overall but looked liked the Derozan Raptors in the playoffs. Losing Ibaka's rebounding, blocking and shooting and Marc's facilitating and defense they have to re-tool. It was done for a chance at Giannis but now have to switch gears for a quick 1 year re-tool.

[Metallikid]

I can't believe there are still people who aren't pro tank. This doesn't even feel like a real season, games are getting suspended, players are going down left and right, and it seems like its only gonna get worse before it gets better. This team, even if they get their sheet together is a first round exit at best, why miss out on an opportunity to get top 3 pick to maybe squeeze into the playoffs and get swept in a fake season.

Because Kyle, Fred, Pascal, Nick, Bobby, Masai AREN'T LOSERS AND THEY WON'T ACCEPT LOSING.

How do none of you guys get this? This is literally a foundational winning culture/integrity issue.

They better learn to accept it then and quick. As soon as they trade Lowry, this is one of the worst teams in the league.

Expect to be very disappointed.

[Chandan]

lol i didn't know there was a game today. but tank rolls on, best possible score.

[Metallikid]

I can't believe there are still people who aren't pro tank. This doesn't even feel like a real season, games are getting suspended, players are going down left and right, and it seems like its only gonna get worse before it gets better. This team, even if they get their sheet together is a first round exit at best, why miss out on an opportunity to get top 3 pick to maybe squeeze into the playoffs and get swept in a fake season.

Because Kyle, Fred, Pascal, Nick, Bobby, Masai AREN'T LOSERS AND THEY WON'T ACCEPT LOSING.

How do none of you guys get this? This is literally a foundational winning culture/integrity issue.

Minor hiccup then we’ll go back to winning next season with our all star caliber draft pick and a center from our 30 million dollar cap space.

"Malachi Flynn is a better point guard than Fred Vanvleet."

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