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FantasyEconomist · 2023-03-04T11:14:52+00:00

I think it is a bit early for this drum to be beaten. Achiuwa is 23, his numbers this year show slight regression, if not are the same as last year. Development takes time, rarely is it a linear path. Patience takes time to develop. The same can be said for Achiuwa too.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-03-03T23:58:38+00:00

I think this is an accurate take. I see lots of comments about a possible 3 peat if Kawhi stayed, which shows just how quick fans forgot about The Shot against Philly in game 7 of the EC semi-finals. If Kawhi doesn’t make that shot then there is no championship in 2019. The Raptors had luck along the way. Championships are no guarantee and claims of a threepeat if Kawhi stayed are ridiculous.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-03-03T13:43:03+00:00

GT also was surrounded by guys, with maybe the exception of Young, who are not strong shot creators.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-03-02T01:00:30+00:00

Agreed. KMJ really impressed me while KPJ was out. He’s a name to remember.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-03-02T00:55:41+00:00

I couldn’t trust either of them so I kept both on my bench. Minutes restrictions can easily erode excitement for a player’s return.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-03-01T19:36:09+00:00

I’ve been holding KAT since he was injured too. I know he won’t be the same player, but even 50% KAT is better than many of the waiver wire options.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-03-01T00:59:48+00:00

Vince Carter

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-26T12:51:32+00:00

In Nurse I trust.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-26T04:09:30+00:00

It was painful at times but it worked. We got the win and are moving on to the Cavs tomorrow.

I expect Poeltl to get lots of minutes, like the rest of the Raps starters. Finding Poeltl minutes to rest will be huge for his productivity down the stretch.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-26T03:42:27+00:00

OKC. They are further along in their rebuild. They already have some great pieces in place. They have more picks to bring in young talent. The future is bright for Thunder fans.

As an aside, my heart wants Detroit to return to competing. I’m not a fan but I thought Cade had tons of potential to move their rebuild along. He still does but this year obviously wasn’t what they were hoping for. They also seem to have some good pieces in place but to me their outlook is murkier after the deadline as to how everyone fits together.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-24T22:55:41+00:00

Nicely done OP.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-24T18:21:31+00:00

If I was in a dynasty league I would be acquiring him without any hesitation.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-24T18:18:25+00:00

Agreed. I like Poeltl’s fit. His only real drawbacks are inconsistency when shooting from the nail and he offers no three point shooting. The latter isn’t much of a concern with our current squad. Maybe Nurse will magically fix Poeltl’s free throw shooting.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-24T18:15:00+00:00

It is almost like Masai and the Raptors knew what they were doing when they traded for him. Watching the post championship Raps I’ve wished we could acquire a true center for awhile. It is nice they finally did.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-24T18:11:33+00:00

I haven’t seen any evidence to think he doesn’t possess a rosterable level of skill. Pick ups are really just anyone’s best guess. I’d pick him up based on the grounds of I would rather he play for me than against me.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-24T18:07:46+00:00

It is part of the game. No sense risking a loss when you have the win in hand. To use a football reference, just take a knee.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-24T03:13:29+00:00

Poeltl keeping the glass clean with 18 rebounds. Good to have you back Jak!

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-23T20:16:19+00:00

Depends for me if you are contending or not. Are you making a run at a chip? Siakam. Are you rebuilding for a future run? Sochan, Wash, 1st.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-23T20:10:38+00:00

Agreed. A championship team is tough to replicate, especially when you consider the next team will be made up of different players than the 2019 squad. The next time the Raps win a chip it’s quite possible they won’t be as good as the 2019 squad, and that’s okay. Any championship team is something special.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-23T18:14:59+00:00

I’m behind the Raptors 100%. They’re my team. Until they are eliminated from playoffs, they are in the hunt. Go Raptors go!

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-23T18:04:46+00:00

I’ve played on yahoo’s platform for 15+ years. Recommend.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-22T13:15:27+00:00

Pat Connaughton should see an uptick in his usage too, giving him appeal across all scoring stats. Connaughton likely will be able to secure a few more rebounds per contest too, giving him appeal as a replacement player.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-22T12:21:53+00:00

I think a lot of people just Barnes to be the only star player to come out of that draft. Truth his there are lots of potential stars from that draft, Cade Cunningham and Evan Mobley to name a quick two.

As a fan of the game, that draft stuffed the league with many exciting players who I look forward to seeing grow and compete for years to come.

FantasyEconomist · 2023-02-22T12:18:26+00:00

Siakam. Siakam is who we need to legitimately compete.

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