Tag: Kawhi Leonard

Toronto and Philadelphia’s Game Seven Will Bring Salvation and Destruction

May 12, 2019

The Toronto Raptors and the Philadelphia 76ers both prioritized the present over the future this season. By sacrificing continuity and steady progression for star power, both have transformed their rosters over the last 12 months to become true contenders. And after a chaotic six games between the two Eastern Conference heavyweights, they are each four quarters away from triumph or disaster.

Kawhi Leonard or Kevin Durant? Who’s Better?

May 6, 2019

Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant are proving why they are top tier players in the NBA during these playoffs.

How the Miami Heat Can Create an Open Max Slot

May 1, 2019

The Miami Heat are coming off a disappointing season, as they missed the playoffs for the second successive year. Consequently, roster adjustments are necessary, with grabbing a star player the top priority. This year’s free agency class—headlined by Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and Kawhi Leonard—is expected to be the best since 2010.

Magic vs Raptors Playoff Preview

April 13, 2019

For the first time since the 2007-2008 NBA postseason, NBA fans will get to see the Orlando Magic and the Toronto Raptors face off in the playoffs. In that series, the Magic, led by Coach Stan Van Gundy and franchise player Dwight Howard, would beat the Raptors 4-1 in that series. The Magic dominated the Raptors in their previous matchup but the second-seeded team from the North could prove their might in the first round.

NBA Power Rankings- A Look Inside the Playoff Picture

February 21, 2019

Team Giannis led by as many as 19, but Damian Lillard and Kawhi Leonard brought Team LeBron back before Kevin Durant closed out the game with some crucial threes to give Team LeBron the win for the second straight year. The All-Star break is fun and meant for rest before the big stretch runs for the playoffs. Here’s where all the teams outside of the playoff picture rank so far this season.

Marc Gasol Traded To Toronto

February 13, 2019

At the deadline, the Memphis Grizzlies’ Marc Gasol was traded to the Toronto Raptors for Jonas Valanciunas, Delon Wright, CJ Miles, and a 2024 second-round draft pick.

Report: Memphis Deals Gasol to Toronto

February 7, 2019

It was announced in late January that Memphis Grizzlies owner Robert Pera had sat down with both Mike Conley and

Celtics Look to End Struggles Against Raptors

January 16, 2019

Three losses in a row against three teams at or below .500 is something all Celtics fans would like to

Toronto Raptors: 2018 Season Preview

October 2, 2018

The Toronto Raptors sent shock waves through the NBA when they traded for Kawhi Leonard and abandoned DeMar DeRozan, franchise player and fan favorite, taking a chance on improving this season. The goal is to get over the top and to the Finals, but can they do it?

San Antonio Spurs: 2018 Season Preview

September 28, 2018

With the departure of Kawhi Leonard, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginobili, the Spurs are going into the 2018-2019 NBA season missing three big pieces. Will the Spurs match up with the superteams of the Western Conference, let alone make a playoff run?

Kawhi Must Recognize Opportunity in Toronto To Realize LA Dream

July 20, 2018

A little over a year ago, Kawhi Leonard had it all. Entering the 2017 playoffs, the San Antonio Spurs forward was considered the best two-way player in basketball and seemed destined assume the mantle as the leader of the most successful franchise in the NBA since the turn of the century. When he averaged 27.8 points per game on 52% shooting through the opening two rounds of the postseason, everything was going according to plan.

Pros and Cons of Kawhi Leonard Trade

July 18, 2018

Normally the day after the MLB All-Star game is one of the slower sports days of the year but this

Toronto and Philadelphia’s Game Seven Will Bring Salvation and Destruction

May 12, 2019

Kawhi Leonard or Kevin Durant? Who’s Better?

Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant are proving why they are top tier players in the NBA during these playoffs.

May 6, 2019