Join us in a detailed analysis of the Toronto Raptors’ struggles since their 2019 NBA Championship win. This video delves into the team’s challenges in maintaining a competitive roster and investigates the reasons behind the drying up of talent and developmental projects.
We explore the key factors behind the talent pipeline and G-League development stories drying up, citing the main causes and how it has drastically affected the team in the last 4 years.
The front office and Masai Ujiri have had their part to play in their decisions regarding drafts, trades, and player development. What are the main factors that have influenced the team’s inability to stay competitive? What was once regarded as the best developmental spot in the league with consistent results is no longer even spoken of in that vein.
Join us for this comprehensive analysis as we unravel the Toronto Raptors’ talent dilemma and explore possible paths for the team’s future success. Subscribe, like, and share your thoughts in the comments below! Let’s dive into the complexities together!
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0:00 – Overview
0:38 – The post-championship Raptors
2:24 – The free agent market in Toronto
2:49 – Scouting
5:26 – The NBA draft
6:30 – The Kyle Lowry effect
9:01 – Decline in the talent pipeline
9:42 – The Nick Nurse impact?
10:51 – The one big hit
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10 Comments
Let's start the bring Kyle back train
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I would like to see changes to the Toronto Raptors happen to improve shooting and build younger around Scottie Barnes. I see a potential trade with the Miami Heat as doable. It would improve the Heat and make them more of a legit contender. They are in a Win Now situation given the age of key players on their roster. I suggest this to start:
TORONTO RAPTORS:
Pascal Siakam (PF) $37.8 M (1 Yr) (29 yrs old)
Total Salary Moving: $37.8 M
MIAMI HEAT
Tyler Hero (G) $27 M (4 Yrs) (23 yrs old)
Jamie Jaquez Jr. (G) $3.5 M (4 Yrs)(2 Yrs Team Option) (22 yrs old)
Caleb Martin (SF) $6.8 M (2 Yrs) (28 yrs old)
1st Round Pick
Total Salary Moving: $37.3 M
The money balances. There would have to be adjustments to roster spots for the Raptors. Overall, I like this trade and keep in mind that Pascal Siakam is on an expiring contract which does impact his value in the market.
The real problem was the experiment of "positionless basketball" two years ago. The roster was full of 6'8 and 6'9 long wingspan guys with lackluster skillsets. The guys have athleticism but can't shoot or create shots on their own. The problem was exacerbated by Fred who is not good at making teammates better. Kyle, on the other hand, would have done a much better job. The Raptors tried to fix some of the problems by getting Poeltl, but he still is not a centre who can create his own shots (and shoot outside jumpers). What's worst is that most of these 6'8/6'9 guys aren't even tradable except for Scottie. So after 2 years, the Raptors' roster ended up with a bunch of "liabilities".
Great insight! I think you are bang on! I think we need to look at a trade for Siakim that’s was similar to the Rudy Gay trade…bunch of mid players, and a ticked off point guard with something to prove.
I very much enjoy your content! Keep up the great work!
No offense to Chris Boucher but he is not the same caliber or diamond in the rough as the other prospects. No contender would play Boucher any meaningful minutes.
The reason is simple. New coach and they are 2nd to last in free throws. The raptors have amazing talent on this team. The coach is not holding players accountable, pascal and og also jacob are horrible this year in free throws. They've lost at least 5 games by 5 or less points and missed at least 8 to 9 free throws those very same game. We have the best scouting in the nba. And the only problem right now is our coach. Give Popovich this very same team and you will see their true potential. Some people just find anything to nitpick at. And the funny thing is that, this isn't hockey. I don't see any other championship in this city. The team that is being criticized is the only team with a championship under their belt. You need to focus on the maple leafs. 1967 or 69 if I can recall is their last championship. This city has never had a team President Barack like masai nor will they ever will aby time soon. Maple leafs focus there, leave basketball to the experts.
Got to hold ujiri and Webster accountable.
Schroder is expected to break out along w Scottie and OG and Gradey is not as good as we want. 🏀 🏀 🏀 Schroder can improve and lead!!
Ujiri needs to fire the GM lol