For these teams, things aren't quite what they seem

BasX · Nov 24, 2009

5. Toronto: You know that old stereotype about foreigners and how they can't play defense? Well, the Raptors aren't exactly shattering that perception. Team United Nations is giving up points at a rate that's embarrassing for a playoff-contending team, and yes, despite the losing start, the Raptors will still be playoff contenders. Notice we didn't say "championship contenders" because, in addition to their lack of a certified A-list franchise player (Chris Bosh hasn't led his team anywhere special, unlike Kobe and LeBron and D-Wade), the Raptors will not go far without issuing a little more D. It's not that they haven't applied themselves on defense. They can't play defense.

But, please. Toronto will not finish under .500. There's too much variety on offense, too many decent veteran players to prevent a disaster from happening. Plus, Toronto will play the Knicks and Nets eight times. That helps.

Losing on the road to Dallas, San Antonio, Phoenix, Denver and Utah is no shame. Toronto will turn it around. No such guarantees for the defense, though.
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speeds · Nov 24, 2009

It usually takes me until at least December to lose interest but they are pushing it right now.

Chocolove · Nov 24, 2009

The raps are terrible on D, I think I could drop 15 points on Jose Calderon.

speeds · Nov 25, 2009

I just noticed that the Raps have yet to play one divisional game, fewest in the NBA.

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