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Raptors newcomers Davion Mitchell, Jamal Shead bringing defence and guard depth back to team
Defence was the name of the game for the Toronto Raptors in Sunday’s pre-season kickoff and expect more of the same moving forward. Toronto was one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA last season under then rookie head coach Darko Rajakovic and the coach and team boss Masai Ujiri both made it clear that was unacceptable and defence will be a major priority in 2024-25.
Raptors Point Guard Depth Looks Promising With Davion Mitchell & Jamal Shead
The Toronto Raptors appear to have some good point guard depth behind Immanuel Quickley in Davion Mitchell and Jamal Shead. Ironically, both players came in a trade where the Raptors acquired Mitchell and the rights to Shead (the 45th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft from the Sacramento Kings for Jalen McDaniels.
Raptors' Davion Mitchell: Starting Sunday
Mitchell will get an increased workload to begin the preseason with Scottie Barnes (personal) and Immanuel Quickley (thumb) sidelined. The fourth-year pro will need to make the most of his opportunities to find a significant role with his new team.
Why getting the best out of Davion Mitchell is so important for the Raptors
Davion Mitchell knows it. He knows how forgetting the task for even a brief second can ruin a possession. It’s something that he’s got to be aware of more constantly, and the skill that will determine how much he really helps the Raptors this coming season.
Davion Mitchell Could Help Shape The Raptors’ Defensive Identity
Davion Mitchell could be the key to gluing together the Raptors' perimeter defense. Does that change their ceiling as a team?
Raptors' Davion Mitchell: Heads to locker room Sunday
Mitchell went back to the locker room during Sunday's preseason game against the Wizards, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports. Mitchell was hobbled for a few possessions before exiting the game with a suspected hamstring injury.
Raptors’ Mitchell, Shead making immediate impact
It’s one night of exhibition basketball, but Raptors youngsters Davion Mitchell and Jamal Shead showed in that environment at least, they have some answers at point guard if Immanuel Quickley isn’t on the floor.
NBA offseason grades: Eastern Conference
With two weeks to go until the 2024-25 NBA season kicks off, rosters are more or less set for the 30 teams after a busy ...
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Raptors start off preseason with a bang
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Raptors preseason debut takeaways: Absences mount while Jamal Shead impresses
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Former KU guard Ochai Agbaji regarded as rugged defender entering 3rd NBA season
Agbaji could be battling former KU wing Gradey Dick for the fifth-starter spot. Also in the mix are Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk ...
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Davion Mitchell Sacramento Kings 2023-2024 In-Season Tournament Game Worn City Edition Jersey
This home ‘City Edition’ jersey was worn by Davion Mitchell on December 4, 2023, during the In-Season Tournament when the Sacramento Kings played the New Orleans Pelicans. Mitchell did not enter ...
How Toronto Raptors’ Darko Rajaković can change in his second year as coach
The Raptors didn’t alter much in the offseason. Seven of the top eight players in total minutes after Jan. 1 are back.