South Of The 6ix: Toronto Blue Jays & Toronto Raptors

Toronto Raptors Weekly Review/Preview The Toronto Raptors are riding a 4 game winning streak after claiming victories over Atlanta, Indiana, Charlotte, and Phoenix. The team, as a whole, is starting to establish their footing and becoming a much more cohesive unit, playing to their potential, and starting to become that familiar force in the Eastern Conference. Moreover, Kyle Lowry is on an absolute tear and is shooting the ball better and much more reliably than he did to start the season. However, there are some issues that need addressing. Specifically, issues surrounding the brunt of all Raptors angst - Jonas Valanciunas - and where he fits in with the team. His slot as the starting center may be in jeopardy as Jakob Poeltl is starting to break out and is making a legitimate case to eat into the minutes that were otherwise reserved for JV. Also, although they are starting to disappear, the 3rd quarter is still an uncomfortable topic that ought to be addressed. Lastly, there were rumors regarding the Rapto