New Raptors starting point guard Immanuel Quickley is looking to an All-NBA superstar as a point of reference for his expanded role on Toronto, per Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca. Quickley has been watching game tape on Warriors point guard Stephen Curry.
“To see someone 6-foot-3, 190 pounds winning an MVP, it makes you ask yourself: ‘Why can’t I be great? If you have the work ethic, why can’t you go out and accomplish great things?’” Quickley said. “It’s always great to see great players do well, especially players who have the same kind of body type as you, it’s just cool to see that.”
Curry, meanwhile, had high praise for Quickley.
“He’s got so much potential in this league and the change of the scenery will be fresh for him,” Curry said. “He’s got a nice responsibility as a starting point guard now.”
There’s more out of the Atlantic Division:
- These revamped Raptors are struggling on defense without OG Anunoby or Precious Achiuwa, writes Eric Koreen of The Athletic. In Koreen’s view, one part of the problem is the team’s decision to frequently play Quickley alongside reserve point guard Dennis Schröder, in undersized backcourt lineups.
- Against the Kings on Friday, Sixers power forward Tobias Harris reminded Philadelphia fans why the team to sign him to a five-year, $180MM contract in 2019, per Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer. His 37-point night vs. Sacramento came on the heels of a 32-point performance on Wednesday against the Hawks, marking the first time in his NBA career he has scored 30+ points in two straight games. With Embiid ailing from a sore left knee, Harris has taken on a bigger role in his team’s scoring attack.
- After claiming his 500th career victory as a head coach, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau reflected on the retirement of 24-year Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, per Stefan Bondy of The New York Post. “Growing up in New England, I appreciate what he brought, and what he did there was just incredible,” Connecticut native Thibodeau said. “That’s the mark of greatness to do it the way he did it for as long as he did. I grew up thinking the Patriots never win and then my nephews grew up thinking the Patriots win every year. So it’s completely different perspective. But I think a lot of coaches learn from him — coaching is leadership. He’s incredible. He’s at the top of my list.”
During the 1972-73 season, at the age of 24, he cemented his legacy by averaging 34 points and 11.4 assists per contest.
Led the NBA.
Only Trae Young has done this.
Nate also avg 46 mins a gm. A one man team ……. Best little man ever ????
No one ever talks about him. Definitely the best yr by a PG EVER
The BX in the house …….
Yes he is. Tiny Nate
Congratulations Thibs …….
Only three coaches have over 1300 wins in a career. NY only wants to contend and enjoy that ride. In Thibs we Trust
Such a shame that the players have to overcome the dumbest coach on the planet but Dolan should never be allowed to win anything.
Always liked Tobias. They for sure overpaid. If it was a 5/125 there’s literally no hate on his contract.
I think he may be back if they make a significant in season trade.
He’s a solid player. It’s ridiculous to hate on player for getting paid. What’s he suppose to say. “Oh no !!!! Im not worth that. I’ll sign for less”
rct …….. still waiting lol
How are we a worse team after trade. Please try and explain it to me. Since I’m clueless ..
“In the six games since the trade, New York is 5-1 while owning the No. 1 defensive rating in the association (per NBA.com).”
And that’s without Mitch. Who was having his best year Ever. Team chemistry is about team fit. I didn’t even know how good this fit would be.
link to bleacherreport.com