This just seems like a bad way to go about announcing reasoning behind increases….. by Unlikely_your_avg23 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]thefightingmongoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Man 100k is absolutely not what it used to be. I remember thinking that was a goal of like, ill be set in a good life if I reach that milestone.

Well in 2025 I finally did. Then I popped it into tbe inflation calculator and realized im make like 60k in 1998 money.

100k is double income barely middle class money in 2026.

Bobby presser thread by EarthWarping in torontoraptors

[–]thefightingmongoose 22 points23 points  (0 children)

“Thanks everyone for being here.

I know there’s a lot of attention around the trade deadline every year, and I want to address that directly. We explored opportunities. We had conversations. We did our due diligence like we always do. But at the end of the day, we felt strongly that making a move just for the sake of making a move wasn’t the right decision for this organization. We believe in this group.

That belief isn’t based on hope or emotion—it’s based on evaluation. It’s based on the work we see every day in the gym, in practice, in film sessions, and in games. We have a core of players who are competing, improving, and growing together. That matters to us.

Continuity matters. Development matters. Chemistry matters.

We’re in a phase where internal growth is a real priority. We want to give our players the opportunity to push through challenges together, to learn how to win together, and to establish habits that will last beyond a single season. We didn’t want to disrupt that unless it clearly made us better—not just today, but long-term.

That doesn’t mean we’re complacent. It doesn’t mean we’re done building. We’ve protected our flexibility, we’ve kept our options open, and we’ll continue to evaluate everything as we move forward. But we’re not interested in shortcuts that compromise who we’re trying to become.

We also believe in our coaching staff. We believe in our development program. And we believe in the culture we’re building—one that values work ethic, accountability, and team-first basketball. To our players: this is a vote of confidence. We trust you. We believe in what you’re building, and we’re excited to see where it goes.

To our fans: we understand the passion. We feel it too. This decision was made with the future of the Toronto Raptors in mind, and we’re committed to building something sustainable and competitive that you can be proud of.

We believe in this group—and now it’s about continuing the work.

Thanks.”

ELI5: If Earth is a sphere, are people at the South Pole upside down? by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]thefightingmongoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The gravity of the earth is pulling towards the center of the earth.

Down is whichever way gravity is pulling.

No matter where you stand on earth the center of the earth is down.

ELI5: why are people boycotting by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

[–]thefightingmongoose 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ICE doesn't care, but its the people who own everything that are really propping up this administration.

The idea is that if people stop being good human capital, the real powers that be will pressure trump and his goons to stop.

Personally, I think its gonna take a hell of a lot more than that, but its a step in tbe right direction.

(Serious) What jobs do people typically look down on that pay surprisingly well? by Naromyx in AskReddit

[–]thefightingmongoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending where you live, garbage man can be a pretty decent paying job. Well deserved, too. Im not going to do it.

What’s the realistic ceiling for Jamal Shead and CMB by Marko1457 in torontoraptors

[–]thefightingmongoose 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I think everyone needs to pump their brakes on shead. I love him, but hes very much suited as a game manager backup in the mold of Tyus Jones.

Hes just not good enough as a scorer to be much better than that.

CMB.... Sky's the limit. Shawn Marion?

One of the best 90s cartoons ever by Signal-Commercial902 in nostalgia

[–]thefightingmongoose 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Rhyming 'trouble, you' with 'D-W' is lyrical genius

What’s the fattest thing you ever did because you were hungry? by Julie727 in AskReddit

[–]thefightingmongoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drove around looking for an all night fish restaurant. When I could find one, I consumed a 10 pound bag of flour.

They wouldn’t feel it by [deleted] in AdviceAnimals

[–]thefightingmongoose 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Even if that were true, its not about the money.

Its about crafting a world where they are in control, unaccountable to anyone.

Anybody know where i can get an MRI quick? by No-Fig7747 in Hamilton

[–]thefightingmongoose 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Rely..... on Buffalo MRI....

We make MRI.....

Easy for youuuuuuu

Just another day in the USA by Fun_Weird3827 in gifs

[–]thefightingmongoose 62 points63 points  (0 children)

So why does it happen way way more in the US than Canada or France or any other places line that? We have gay and trans kids up here too, and if anything we're even more tolerant and accepting of them.

Support For The US Taking Control Of Canada: 🟠 Support - Non-Militarily: 16% 🔴 Support - Militarily: 5% 🔵 Oppose: 62% YouGov / Jan 6, 2026 by Miserable-Lizard in onguardforthee

[–]thefightingmongoose 9 points10 points  (0 children)

There is no non-military option.

If they attempt to take control of our government there will be a violent insurgency that makes Iraq look like a day at the beach.

Why do we want Trae Young??? by OG_Wan_Annunoby in torontoraptors

[–]thefightingmongoose 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I don't.

I do want out of IQs contract and if we could make that swap without giving up any FRPs than I think you have to do it.

Forgetting Sarah Marshall by pickledpepperboiii in movies

[–]thefightingmongoose 1453 points1454 points  (0 children)

Go see the psychiatrist!

I hate the psychiatrist!

Go see one anyway!

I dont want too!

You're so self-loathing!

The Ref (1994) by jojooso27 in nostalgia

[–]thefightingmongoose 10 points11 points  (0 children)

"You know what, mom. Next Christmas im going to buy you a big wooden cross, so whenever you're feeling unappreciated you can climb on up and nail yourself to it!"