"Having more freedom to bring the ball up and have the ball in my hands, just trusting me with the ball, that was one of the big things. My rookie year, I didn't have that. Just having that trust in me, just working and them seeing that I'm getting better at it, that I'm capable, that was kind of like a changing point for me." -Pascal Siakam
NBA Computer PicksSources have revealed that the Toronto Raptors have made the decision to bring on Darko Rajakovic, an assistant coach from the Memphis Grizzlies, as their next head coach. The offer was extended to Rajakovic on Saturday, and both parties are currently in the process of finalizing the contract, which is anticipated to be completed shortly. Hailing from Serbia, Rajakovic underwent a thorough evaluation and managed to convince Raptors President Masai Ujiri and General Manager Bobby Webster of his suitability to succeed Nick Nurse in the role.
Here's a piece from SI.com's Rob Mahoney on DeMar DeRozan's incredible scoring ability and how he has been torching defenses so far this season.
The Raptors are looking to the future and Dan Grant at Same Page Team has a plan.
A montage I made for the 2016 Playoffs..hope you enjoy and let me know what you think!
4 possible off-season moves that could potentially position the already potent Raptors team towards the precipice of greatness