Porn Player

Finally, I've made it on to make a post.

This trade makes a ton of sense, we had two starting caliber point guards and zero starting caliber small forwards. This trade addresses the piss poor management of the team before today. Our management had made mistakes (countless mistakes), and this is them addressing that.

Ed Davis will be missed. Jose Calderon will be missed. I've had a blast watching both of them through their careers and I look forward to seeing what they can do now they have fresh scenery.

Lowry/DeRozan/Gay is a trio we should be really excited about. Sure, some of the skills they have overlap and we're missing a 3pt threat but having that much talent is something I can not wait to see get together on the court night after night. It's going to be highlight central. We do have a ridiculous log jam on the wings, furthering the Landry Fields debacle but alas, it's a nice situation to be in.

So overall, Porn is happy. The move had to be made and we should all look on the bright side.

The biggest question for me now, does Bargnani get moved too? I think he does. What about you guys?

__________________

Porn Player

Gay will suit up for his debut Sunday for anyone interested.

__________________

AllRim

PP beat me to it

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.

AllRim

excited to see what they can do together

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.

Porn Player

Ha, it's been the only time lately. My work is keeping me really busy, so I appreciate the work you've done creating threads bro.

__________________

AllRim

even more excited after listening to BC on the Fan 590 saying that he is open to trading Bargnani.

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.

Porn Player

I KNEW IT!

__________________

AllRim

Ya, I like talking Raptors here. Not a lot of people, but no one on here is dumb. They all bring nice views to the table even if they don't agree with me. Quality forum, with quality Raptors fans.

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.

AllRim

I knew Gay + Lowry were friends. But did you guys know that Rudy is the Godfather to Lowry's child? Things are looking up, hopefully this can pull the team closer together.

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.

AllRim

@michaelgrange: Lowry on Rudy: 'I told him it was a first class organization and good to be a part of' #Raptors

@michaelgrange: Lowry on Rudy: when he's here it's going to be an easy transition #Raptors

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.

Porn Player

I did not know this either.


Extra excitement.

__________________

Bogg

Yea, apparently they're best friends from back in their Memphis days together. If Rudy Gay is ever going to settle in somewhere, be comfortable, and fulfill his potential, this is it.

AllRim

Kyle Lowry Interview with TNS recap

TNS - let us welcome our resident "Rudy Gay" expert

KLow - Hey guys, just came off a nice hard practice, so feelin good after my treatment

TNS - How long have you known Rudy?

KLow - Known him since we were sophomores in High School, split off into rival schools, stayed in touch and we're best of friends now. He's also the godfather of my son. When I asked him he was really excited so now I can drop my son off at his Godfather's house while I go do my thing.

TNS - What don't we know about Rudy?

KLow - He's a silly guy, doesn't shy away from the spotlight or from being humorous. Just a great guy

TNS - There are a Raptors fans who think he's overpaid, talk to them

KLow - Everyone will have an opinion, always be a debate. He can be an All-Star. In Memphis he had a lot of success and played with great players who took away from him (Gasol/Randolph), this is chance for him to be a superstar and his chance to blossom. He can put up numbers. Great scorer can grab 10 rebounds and a few steals. He's gonna guard guys like Kobe and Lebron the bigger wing guys so makes him a great addition.

TNS - How will he make your job easier?

KLow - Give him the ball and get out the way lol. He's a really talented player and him and Demar especially now that He's developed a great passing ability. Been getting bout 5 assists a game lately.

TNS - Did Demar get fouled last night?

KLow - Truthfully we shouldn't have put ourselve in that position

TNS - Are you ready for the reigns as the official PG?

KLow - Yeah I'm ready, had to deal with a few injuries and jose did a great job takin over and I just wanted to be a pro and take a step back. I was asked to play a certain role and I just wanted to come in anyway I can and be aggressive.

TNS - Were you able to learn a bit about the team while being injured? What is different about you now and you before the injury?

KLow - I don't think there's a difference but I was told to do certain things. I never did anything to not help the team win. We had a rough schedule but we also had a new team basically to get used to. now we do certain things differently but I don't feel like a different player

TNS - BC called the 2 PGs a controversy, were there Jose guys and Lowry guys in the locker room?

KLow - Not at all we all got along, had a great team and we all liked each other. No segregation. I was Jose guy and we both wanted to win. Just have to be best pro we can be.

TNS - BC said he's not done making moves, does that make you nervous

KLow - All we can do is give it out all and do our best. not my job to think about player movement. We just gotta go out there and play the game.

TNS - At this point are you good enough to make the playoffs

KLow - yeah we are good enough especially when we get JV and AB we'll be able to figure out how to play. We are really talented, we just gotta come together

TNS - When did u last talk to Rudy?

KLow - 10 mins ago, he's relly excited and he wants to come in and succeed and with his talent he should expect to succeed. He will most likely play Sunday

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.

Knick Killer

This trade is growing on me.


Sent from Verticalsports.com Free App

__________________

AllRim

ya me too. Hated it at first, but I am becoming overly excited to see Lowry/DD/Gay/Amir/JV. And even more excited to find out what trades BC has planned. He has said in sevral different interviews that this isn't the only trade that will happen before the deadline

__________________
FRSL Toronto Raptors - Home Court Igloo advantage

KVBL Grizzlies - The team that traded Duke and all their picks, to get nothing in return. Gary level achieved.