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Sonny Weems – Guard – 2009-10 Stats

Games Played: 69 (+57)
Minutes Per Game: 19.8 (+15.2)
Points Per Game: 7.5 (+5.9)
Rebounds Per Game: 2.8 (+2.5)
Assists Per Game: 1.5 (+1.2)

Offense

On the offensive end, Sonny Weems quickly established himself as one of the most consistent mid-range shooters on the Toronto Raptors in 2009-10. Yes, a lot of his shots looked ill-advised and selfish but I at times felt a lot more comfortable with him taking them over the likes of either Jose Calderon or Hedo Turkoglu. In addition to shooting the ball well, Weems also displayed his incredible athleticism both in running the floor for fast break opportunities and being on the receiving end of numerous alley-oops.  Sonny already stated that he plans to work on his three-point shot in the off-season, hopefully he doesn’t fall in love with it, because his explosiveness and mid-range game were more than beneficial to the Raps.

Grade: B+

Defense

On the defensive side of the floor, Weems also became one of the more steady wing guards only behind Antoine Wright in his capabilities at the position. Weems is incredibly athletic and that’s what allowed him to stay in front of his man somewhat effectively, and helped his cause in getting inserted into the starting line-up for 19 games. Weems just needs to work a bit on his defensive fundamentals, and once he does that there is no reason he can’t be a big part of this team’s much needed defensive improvement.

Grade: B-

Highlight of the Season – Sonny Weems

Weems quickly established himself as a highlight factory in Toronto. But his best performance of the season came on March 31st when the Toronto Raptors took out the Los Angeles Clippers at the Air Canada Centre. Weems shot an astounding 8 of 8 from the field for a total of 17 points, which included a three-pointer which left the entire Raptors bench smiling after it went down. I look forward to what next year brings for this member of the young guns.

Contractual Status: Team option for 2010-11, no doubt will be exercised
2010-11 Earnings: $854,000 (+$118,000)

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