RAPTORS FAMILY: OG ANUNOBY IS THE BEST ALL-AROUND DEFENDER

By Robert Dodds April 19, 2023 28 mins read 381 Views

Encouraging die-hard fans to come together for their beloved team, represented by Masai Ujiri, Raptors General Manager.

We are on a path to greatness, marching toward our second championship!

By standing firm in support of our basketball team, We The North, will make it happen.

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RAPTORS FAMILY: OG ANUNOBY IS THE BEST ALL-AROUND DEFENDER

Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns Toronto Raptors

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment is the owner of the team. MLSE is also the owner of the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs, MLS’s Toronto FC, and the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts. The AHL’s Toronto Marlies and the Toronto Rock lacrosse teams are all part of MLSE.

What does "We The North", mean?

The Toronto Raptors' anthem is "We The North", also known under the name We The North Nation. It was written by Drake and Noah Shebib, a producer.

Drake wrote the song while visiting a Toronto friend. Drake finished his album Take care with Kanye West. Drake wrote lyrics about his hometown while he was there. He wanted the song to reflect all Canadians. It is about unity, pride, hope.

Drake began working on the melody to We The North in London, when he was filming the video for "Nice For What". The instrumental version of the song was recorded in one take.

Drake was composing the lyrics and 40 came up w/ the chorus. Drake liked the hook so much that he asked 40 to record it. They worked together to create the final product.

The official music clip for "We The North Anthem", released on October 5, 2018, was made public. It featured Shawn Mendes, Canadian singer-songwriter and Drake performing with other musicians.

What happened to the Toronto Raptors after Kawhi Leonard left?

It was a huge year for Toronto Raptors. In the 2020 season, the Raptors won 53 games. All-Star point-guard Kyle Lowry, who averaged 19.7 and 7.5 points per game, was key to the team’s success. Pascal Siakam, an All-Star forward, was also a part of Lowry's team. He averaged 22.9 ppg and 8.3 rebound per game. Norman Powell and Fred VanVleet made significant contributions for the Raptors. The team's depth and talent helped them to overcome injuries to key players like Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka.

The team was led and managed by Nick Nurse, Coach of the Year, and Pascal Siakam, All-NBA Second Teamer. . Coach Nurse made bold strategic decisions that paid off, and Siakam emerged as a superstar, averaging nearly 20+ points per game. Kyle Lowry had been selected to the 2020 NBA All-Star team, his sixth consecutive selection.

The playoffs started earlier than usual this summer, in August at "Bubble" Bay Lake, Florida. The Raptors defeated the Brooklyn Nets in round one and won 4-0. They lost 0-2 to Boston Celtics, but OG Anunoby made a thrilling comeback to win Toronto the 3rd game. The series went on to seven games before Boston won.

Which was the Raptors' best year?

The 2019 championship season was Toronto Raptors’ best year. It was a memorable and thrilling season for the Raptors. This was their first ever NBA Championship. Kawhi Leonard was crowned Finals MVP. The team's regular season record was 58-24. They beat the Golden State Warriors in six games and took home the title.

In 2013, the Toronto Raptors changed their front office, replacing then-general manager Bryan Colangelo with Masai Ujiri. This would mark a new era in the franchise's history, which would see them rise to the top of the NBA.

The Raptors experienced a revival under Ujiri. They reached the playoffs for the first-time since 2008, and were back in the top five Divisions. They've won five division titles and had their best season yet in 2018. That year also saw Ujiri make a risky but successful trade, sending DeMar DeRozan to the San Antonio Spurs for Kawhi Leonard.

The Raptors had a great year in 2019, winning their first conference title and making it to the NBA Finals for the first time. In total, they beat the Golden State Warriors six times.

Ujiri’s tenure with Raptors has been a tremendous success. It is worth recognizing him as the one who changed the team’s fortunes. He has led the Raptors to become one of NBA's best teams and looks poised for continued success.

The 2019 championship season, which was undoubtedly the best in Raptors history, will be a lasting memory.

Ujiri should and will continue to be focused on building a winning culture which supports the players and staff as we move forward. With continued dedication to excellence, the future looks bright for this team. The 2019 Toronto Raptors championship season set the standard. Now it's up for Ujiri to build on that success with his team.

Statistics

Thomas named Raptors' GM NBA superstar to have 10% stake in the new franchise". (en.wikipedia.org)
By 2018, estimated the Raptors were worth $1.4 billion, 12th in the NBA. (en.wikipedia.org)
Thomas named Raptors' GM NBA superstar to have 10% stake in the new franchise". (en.wikipedia.org)
After Thomas attempted to execute a letter of intent with Slaight to purchase the team failed, he resigned from his position in November and sold his 9 percent stake in the team to Slaight. (en.wikipedia.org)
This improved during the 2006–07 regular season to an average of 18,258 fans (13th in the league), 92.2 percent capacity at the Air Canada Centre. (en.wikipedia.org)

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How To

Can I bring my digital camera to a Raptors home game?

Follow the rules and plan. You will be fine. It's fine to bring a camera along to an NBA game. There is nothing illegal about this. It is important to be aware that there are risks.

Before you start taking pictures of the game, consider whether it is allowed. If you sit near the courtside, you can capture great shots without needing a large DSLR or smartphone.

These tips will help you get better shots of basketball if you have a serious interest.

The second thing you need to think about is the kind of camera you're going to use. If you want to shoot action shots, or share memorable moments with others, you need a professional grade camera.

Also, you need to consider how much time it will take to set up your shot. Consider investing in a tripod, remote release, and other equipment if you are shooting hoops with children.

Finally, you have to figure out where to store your gear. After all, you can't expect to set up shop at the arena and hope that someone will hand you a memory card when you're done. Either bring extra batteries, cables and SD cards, or you can find somewhere to store it while you're watching the game.

To summarize, planning ahead is key to taking great photos of sporting events. Doing so will help ensure you capture some great images you can enjoy later on.

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