The Future Begins Today

by Mikthaniel on Jun 2, 2011 1:33 AM EDT

So, here we are, one game into the Finals, 20 something days away from the draft, and taking the first major step in building the "New Toronto Raptors."

With the decision to replace Jay Triano announced today, and talk of finding a coach of experience, reputation, and DEFENSE, Raptor fans can begin to seriously believe in a brighter future.

Who will take over Colangelo's collection of youth, talent, projects and pieces? Well, we just don't know.

What we do know is that change is upon us.

Will the team find a new coach in time to have his input on the upcoming draft?

Will the player drafted help to further demonstrate a willingness by Colangelo to redefine the stigma of the "soft team" that he has assembled to date? Will suspicious fans have their fears confirmed with the drafting of another "Euro-All Star", NBA bust?

How about this tidbit of thought? It was also announced today that Minnesota has come to an agreement with Ricky Rubio to play next season, to play in the NBA to clarify. Can Colangelo work some magic, moving Jose to mentor the young padawin in the ways of the force? ... er the NBA...? Could he somehow coerce their number two pick to be included in such a deal? "This is not the pick you're looking for..."

One can only dream, for now. We are fast approaching a pivotal and exciting time in our franchise's history.

The King is dead. Long live the King!

A new era may well be upon us.

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This really is an exciting time,

with the new coach gone im curious to see, who we will go after?

by Jt Malley on Jun 2, 2011 8:44 AM EDT reply actions

Me too JT.

I get the Spanish connection idea, bu I think they have a pretty good mentor type in Ridnour. Ridnour’s contract is very reasonable. I personally would not want Calderon for over twice the price. That’s just me though…

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by JumpShootersRUS on Jun 2, 2011 6:01 PM EDT up reply actions

How about Bargs for Wes Johnson, Flynn and pick #20??? It may not work via a trade machine because they do not use the right BYC value for Bargs. I have done the math though and it would work. We get a couple of potential guys, plus a pick. We clear a little space, and get rid of the most hated man around these parts…

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by JumpShootersRUS on Jun 2, 2011 6:13 PM EDT reply actions

Is Wesley Johnson any good? I’ve read talk in the national media that he’s been misused, asked to camp out on the perimeter instead of play more of a natural SF. However, this is the same song that Minnesota fans sing regarding Jonny Flynn, woefully misused by Rambis. It’s also possible that these guys just “are what they are”, and another year or two in the NBA would make that clear to everyone in the NBA, and obliterate any chance to trade them more on potential then actual production.

It would be funny if the only real result of the trade for Beasely was that they both lowered their offensive efficiency and stunted the growth of their most recent top pick.

by Yardly on Jun 2, 2011 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions

Now somewhere I could see Calderon being useful is Memphis. They did not really have a back up point. He could be a solid bench guy there. If there is any truth to the idea that BC will try to get Gay, maybe Calderon is included. Spanish Connection equals Marc Gasol…

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by JumpShootersRUS on Jun 2, 2011 6:27 PM EDT reply actions

If we wanted to maximize our return, I could see the possibility of the fifth pick and Calderon being packaged for someone that would be ready to contribute right out of the box, but still be under contract for a few more seasons at least.

by Yardly on Jun 2, 2011 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions