Trade Talks ... Raptors Rumors everywhere .... Knicks are waiting
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The New York Knicks probably need to upgrade their roster if they want to compete for a playoff spot in the rugged Eastern Conference. One name that is constantly bandied about in trade rumors in Toronto Raptors wing OG Anunoby. He’s one of the league’s top perimeter defenders and a pretty good offensive player averaging 17.3 points per game. He won’t come cheap.
And the Knicks are interested in acquiring his services...or at least, they were. According to SNY’s Ian Begley, the Knicks made an offer for Anunoby in December, before the eight-game winning streak that vaulted them back into playoff contention. And they were willing to pay a pretty hefty price. Per Begley:
Also worth noting: in their conversation about Anunoby prior to the winning streak, New York was comfortable offering multiple first-round picks for Anunoby. I don’t think these talks were at an advanced stage at that point. But all of the above strongly suggests that team decision-makers have, so far, focused on improving the roster for at the Feb. 9 trade deadline.
Of course, this doesn’t tell you what kind of first-rounders the Knicks were offering up. They have a bevy of protected firsts from other teams, as well as their own picks. Were they willing to throw in an unprotected first or two? That would be a mistake, in my opinion.
What say you, Knicks fans? How much would you give up to get Anunoby in the orange and blue? Sound off in the comments.
By: Joe Flynn
Title: NBA Trade Rumors: Knicks reportedly offered multiple first-round picks for OG Anunoby in December
Sourced From: www.postingandtoasting.com/2023/1/26/23573531/nba-trade-rumors-knicks-reportedly-offered-multiple-first-round-picks-for-og-anunoby-in-december
Published Date: 01-27-2023
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Raptors' greatest 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 named Finals MVP after the team posted a record of 58-24 during the regular season. They defeated the Golden State Warriors in six games to take home the title.
In 2013, the Toronto Raptors changed their front office, replacing then-general manager Bryan Colangelo with Masai Ujiri. This was a major change for the franchise, and would lead to a new era that would see them one of the most successful teams in the NBA.
The Raptors saw a resurgence under Ujiri. In 2014, they reached the playoffs for first time since 2008. They've won five division titles and had their best season yet in 2018. Ujiri also made an unorthodox but successful trade in that year, sending DeMar DeRozan and Kawhi Leonard to the San Antonio Spurs.
The Raptors had a fantastic 2019, clinching their first conference championship and making it to the NBA finals for the inaugural time. They defeated the Golden State Warriors in six games.
Ujiri's tenure as a Raptors player has been a huge success and should be recognized for changing the Raptors' fortunes. The Raptors are now among the best in the NBA and look poised for greatness for the future.
The 2019 championship season will be remembered as one the greatest years in Raptors history.
Ujiri should and will continue to be focused on building a winning culture which supports the players and staff as we move forward. This team has a bright future if it continues to be dedicated to excellence. The Toronto Raptors have set the bar high for 2019 with their championship season. Now, it is up to Ujiri's team to build on this success.
How many years have the Raptors been together as a team?
Toronto Raptors is an NBA franchise that is located in Toronto, Ontario. The Raptors joined NBA in 1995 as an expansion club, alongside the Vancouver Grizzlies. In 2001-02 the Raptors became Canada's only NBA-based team, after the Grizzlies moved to Memphis.
Toronto Raptors' home games are played at Scotiabank Arena. The arena is also used by the Maple Leafs, the city's NHL team. Since their foundation, the Raptors were in the NBA playoffs 13 more times. The most recent was in 2021 where they lost 6 to the Philadelphia 76ers.
In 1999-2000, the Raptors qualified for their first playoff appearance. In the first round, the Raptors were swept by New York Knicks division rivals.
There weren't many fans, and the team wasn’t exciting. There was little to watch or root for and no reason anyone would care. After years of being mediocre, the team made a decision to improve its image and make it more appealing to the general public.
They hired an advertising agency in 2001 to create a strategy for marketing that would help them achieve national fame. They came up with the slogan "Hear us roar" using creative thinking.
The slogan was used to promote the fact the games were sold out. They just needed a catchy name and a logo. This is where creativity shines through. They combined the phrase "hear them roar" with another well-known saying, "never let go." This became the Toronto Raptors' official motto.
What does "We The North” actually mean?
The Toronto Raptors' anthem is "We The North", also known under the name We The North Nation. It was composed by Drake, producer Noah "40", Shebib.
Drake wrote the song at his Toronto apartment with a friend. He finished recording his album Take Care with fellow artist Kanye West. Drake also wrote some lyrics about his hometown during the recording process. Drake wanted it be representative of 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 writing lyrics for the song when 40 suggested the chorus. After hearing the hook, Drake thought it sounded like a great idea and asked if he would record it. They worked together to create the final product.
The official music video for "We The North Anthem," was released on October 5, 2018. It featured Shawn Mendes, Canadian singer-songwriter and Drake performing with other musicians.
When did the Raptors win its first playoff series in their history?
Toronto won their first-ever playoff series as they defeated New York 3-2 in 2001, advancing to the Eastern Conference semifinals for the first time in franchise history under head coach Lenny Wilkens.
How did the Toronto Raptors do after Kawhi Leonard left town?
The Toronto Raptors had a great year. The Raptors won 53 of their 53 games in 2020. 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 was Lowry's All-Star counterpart, scoring 22.9 points per game and grabbing 8.3 rebounds. Norman Powell and Fred VanVleet were also strong role players 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 lead by Nick Nurse (Coach of the Year) and Pascal Siakam (All NBA Second Teamer). . Siakam became a star thanks to bold strategic decisions made by Coach Nurse. He averaged nearly 20+ point per game. Kyle Lowry was selected to the 2020 NBA All-Star Team, his sixth consecutive selection.
The playoffs began earlier than usual this year. They took place at the "Bubble", Bay Lake in Florida, near Orlando. The Raptors faced off against the Brooklyn Nets in the first round 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 was eventually reduced to seven with Boston winning.
What year did the Raptors beat Chicago Bulls?
The Raptors defeated Chicago Bulls on March 24, 1996. They would go on to win the NBA Championship in 1996. The final score was 110-108. Michael Jordan tried a last-second shot for the Bulls to win the game, but it didn't count as it occurred after the buzzer had sounded.
Statistics
- 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)
- In November of the 1996–97 season, Bitove sold his ownership interest in the team to Slaight for $65 million after Slaight had activated a shotgun clause in their partnership agreement,[32][33] giving Slaight 79 percent control of the team, [34] (en.wikipedia.org)
- Thomas named Raptors' GM NBA superstar to have 10% stake in the new franchise". (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)
External Links
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basketball-reference.com
How To
Best time to catch a Toronto Raptors' game
Toronto Raptors games are usually played during weekdays from October through April. Weekends are usually reserved for concerts and festivals.
Book tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
When visiting a Toronto Raptors game, the most popular day to attend is Wednesday. Many fans show up early for pregame warmups.
Fans then head over to Nathan Phillips Square which is next to the ACC. They stay there till the end of game.
The best time to see a Toronto Raptor team play is after 8 p.m. Fans should not leave the stadium after midnight, but they should return to celebrate their team’s victory.
