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Improving the Raptors – Part 2: Shooting Guards

We continue our shopping trip with a discussion of how the Toronto Raptors can buttress the shooting guard spot. I say “buttress” because I think the team is committed to DeMar DeRozan and…Read More

Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Linas Kleiza

Name:  Linas Kleiza Position:  Small Forward Age:  27 Height:  6’8″ Weight:  234 lbs. College:  Missouri Season with Raptors: 2 2011-2012 Stats: 49 GP, 21.6 MPG, 9.7 PPG, 0.9 APG,…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. Russia Preview

After stumbling to a 2-3 record in the group stage, Lithuania has advanced to face Russia in the quarterfinals of the 2012 London Olympics. While Lithuania’s inclusion in the final eight was seen…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania Squeaks Past Tunisia

In a game that wasn’t nearly as one-sided as the final score suggests, Lithuania beat Tunisia 76-63 to advance to the quarterfinals at the 2012 London Olympics. While the Lithuanians reached their…Read More

Olympic Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. Tunisia Preview

The Lithuanians have had a bumpy ride at the 2012 Olympics, but with a victory over winless Tunisia on Monday, they will secure their spot in the quarterfinals. This an encouraging development for the…Read More

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Olympics basketball 2012: U.S. Defeats Lithuania in Close Match

In a game that wasn’t supposed to be a nailbiter, the U.S. defeated Lithuania, 99-94. The 8-point…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: France beats Lithuania

Turn out the lights, the party’s over. France defeated Lithuania 82-74, in a game that all but…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania vs. France Preview

Before the Games started, most analysts would have conceded this game to Lithuania. However, France jolted…Read More

Olympics Basketball 2012: Lithuania Defeats Nigeria

In a dreary affair, Lithuania managed to stumble past Nigeria 72-53. The Balticmen’s balanced scoring…Read More