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02:06welcome to 2k sports i'm damon bruce glad to have you with us

02:09wednesday night in the nba it'll be the toronto raptors facing off against the charlotte bobcats

02:15and that's it for now let's send you out to kevin harlan and the rest of the 2k sports crew

02:19enjoy the first half we'll see you soon

02:35and a thoughtful moment indeed the national anthem and a crowd anxiously awaiting the tip-off

02:42hello and thanks for joining us 2k sports fans for another exciting presentation

02:47of nba basketball with steve kerr and clark hello

02:55this is kevin harlan and now we take a brief check at the matches our starting five for both teams

03:01hey guys take a look here at kyle lowry what will we see from him lowry is a feisty quick

03:08strong point

03:09guard kevin and he's a very aggressive defender gets a lot of steals and then offensively i love

03:14the way he's developed his long range shot that's something he couldn't do well when he first

03:19entered the league but now he's a big time three-point shooter and he's also a pretty good defender

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04:10Utilizing that quickness and strength to disrupt things defensively.

04:13We'll see the Charlotte Bobcats defending home turf in the Eastern Conference.

04:17This game against Toronto here, it's their first look at the Raptors.

04:21The previous season series split right down the middle.

04:24These teams were quite evenly matched.

04:26Yeah, here we go.

04:27The first in what will be a three-game season series between these two this year.

04:32And because of the odd number of games between them, guys, the one thing we know is that one

04:37of these teams will have brightening rights over the other at the end of the season.

04:40Exactly, Kevin.

04:41And that makes tonight's game, I think, a little more interesting and intriguing.

04:45I mean, whoever wins this one will have a big advantage going into the next two.

04:49That was simply a defensive breakdown there, Kevin.

04:51He was all alone for that shot.

04:53It was a warm-up jump.

04:55Gordon goes in.

04:58Kid Gilchrist dishes to Gordon.

05:00He passes to Walker.

05:05Zeller inside, defended by Acy.

05:08Well, that was a quick foul for him there.

05:10The refs are certainly calling it close.

05:14Kid Gilchrist, a screen on Johnson.

05:17And the Bobcats with possession here.

05:22Kid Gilchrist with it.

05:24Lowry picks him up.

05:26And Kid Gilchrist kicks to Gordon.

05:29The offensive rebound.

05:34Just over a minute and a half played here in this one.

05:40Kid Gilchrist, the pass to Walker.

05:43And Kid Gilchrist kicks to Zeller.

05:45Outside, Walker.

05:47Six to shoot.

05:49Jefferson.

05:52Goes up again.

05:53And they're now one for five to start this game.

05:57So having trouble finding any offensive rhythm.

05:59Well, you know, Big Al Jefferson was a name that was getting tossed around the trade rumor mill.

06:11Last deadline.

06:12And that's something you have to expect when you're as talented as he is with a contract that's set to

06:17expire.

06:17Here's Walker following the score by DeMar DeRozan and stolen by Ivy to the paint.

06:26And, you know, that's going to be goaltending, guys.

06:28So that's a free basket right there.

06:30He almost got to that shot in time, but not quite.

06:34You can't touch the ball once it's on the way down.

06:36And the crowd.

06:41Immediately letting the officials have it after that whistle.

06:44A very unpopular call there.

06:48And Walker kicks to Zeller.

06:53Back to Walker.

06:55Six on the shot clock.

06:57Again, the missed by the Bobcats.

06:58And for Al Jefferson, still yet to make an all-star game.

07:01Somewhat surprising.

07:02But it seems like all the times he's often in that conversation.

07:06And he should be.

07:07He's a top-tier big man.

07:09Ever since his arrival in this league, he's been really good on the low block.

07:13Strong and good score, but never quite good enough to get into that all-star game.

07:19And Zeller backs down.

07:22And that time, also a missed shot.

07:25Last outing for Charlotte.

07:26They won that game against the Knicks in New York.

07:28It was an emphatic win for them.

07:30And especially considering that it was on the road.

07:33No question, by the way, that it was their offense that carried them.

07:36Steve, I love the way they attacked at every opportunity.

07:39They never were on their heels.

07:40And eventually, that allowed them to pull away.

07:43The Bobcats, one of the worst teams in the league over the last couple of seasons,

07:47actually had the worst winning percentage ever back in 11-12.

07:51But they've made a commitment to rebuilding through the draft.

07:54And clearly, when you do that, there's going to be some pain along the way.

07:58So Charlotte calls timeout.

08:00They're first.

08:01And back to the Bobcats.

08:02Steve, do you see a light at the end of the tunnel for them?

08:05Well, I don't know.

08:06We'll see.

08:06They brought in a new coach in Steve Clifford, who's well-regarded.

08:09They signed Al Jefferson.

08:11So I think they're going to be better.

08:14I think they'll win more games.

08:15But they're still a ways away from being a playoff team.

08:19They've got to continue to build this roster, be patient,

08:22and try to put themselves in position to win.

08:25Now, here's Walker.

08:27Turned in an outstanding game against New York.

08:30He's going to play his way right onto the bench and out of the game

08:33if he continues to shoot it like he has so far in this quarter.

08:37Kid Gilgris with the steal.

08:42Walker with it.

08:48Kicks it out to Gordon.

08:51Pass to Jefferson.

08:52And it's out of bounds to the Bobcats as Charlotte retains possession.

08:56And let's get this update now from Doris Burke,

08:59who's across the way on the sideline.

09:01Kevin, I had a chance to speak with the head coach for the Charlotte Bobcats.

09:04And he said a big factor in this game will be how well they're able to handle Kyle Lowry.

09:09He admitted being a fan of his game,

09:11saying he's a tough athletic guard who really competes.

09:14The defense, rebounding, attack the paint.

09:17He'll take it to you.

09:18We've got to be ready to match his motor and his aggressiveness.

09:21Kevin, are they up to it?

09:23Thank you, Doris.

09:25And the Raptors making a change here.

09:27Augustine's checked in.

09:29The Bobcats have shot just one free throw earlier.

09:32One for one in the game.

09:33Well, this is a club that shot 75% as a team from the free throw line last season.

09:38Here's A.C. from deep.

09:41And again, Toronto with the triple.

09:44And it's nice to see Raptors coach Dwayne Casey

09:46getting another chance at being a head coach.

09:48A lot of people felt he got a bum rap back in Minnesota in 2007.

09:52He had that team overachieving at .500 when he was let go.

09:57So I'm glad he's gotten a second chance and he's making the most of it.

10:01Some rugged defense there against one of the stronger finishers in the game.

10:06Gordon with it.

10:07Now Hamilton defending.

10:09And it's Gordon penetrating.

10:11Excellent tee there for Mason.

10:13Pretty good defense there.

10:15I mean, that's a shot that he can make, but they really challenged him.

10:18And you go back to that Timberwolves team at .500.

10:20Casey was let go.

10:22And then, Steve, they went 12-30 after he was gone.

10:25Yeah, they struggled with his departure.

10:27And a lot of the players actually were sad to see him go.

10:29So, you know, that's sometimes the case in the NBA.

10:32You know, coaches get blamed for everything, fairly or not.

10:36And in Casey's case, I respect the fact that he got back to work, did a great job in Dallas

10:42as an assistant,

10:43and is now the head man in Toronto trying to get this team turned around.

10:47And count it.

10:48The shot is good.

10:49He'll go to the free throw line.

10:51I couldn't have dreamt of a much better start than what they've had here today.

10:55Everything's worked, especially offensively.

10:57And what a lead they have already to show for.

11:00You know, the Raptors really struggled against the rest of the conference last year, only going 22-30.

11:06And that certainly doesn't put any fear in the opponents.

11:09They're looking to improve on that this season.

11:12Now here's Eller.

11:1314 points from him, the last game against the Knicks in New York.

11:17And he gave them great effort defensively as well, including a couple of blocked shots.

11:21Ouch.

11:22Another miss to add to what's been a miserable game for him from the field.

11:26Well, back to the Raptors.

11:28I would expect them to end up with a better win total against the East this year,

11:31as they have seemed to, Steve, found a bit of their identity at the end of the season.

11:35Well, they made some dramatic changes in the middle of the year trading for Rudy Gay.

11:39And I think ultimately it might be for the best, you know, as they seemed to play with more bite

11:44as the season wore on.

11:45They had more edge, a little more talent.

11:48So now they have to put it all together.

11:54Outside Jefferson.

11:57He feeds it to Walker.

12:00Can they get it?

12:02And the shot is long.

12:04Tell you what, they haven't wasted any time getting into the swing of things on the boards.

12:09Yeah, and even though it's early, I mean, that's a great sign for them for the rest of the game.

12:13That's good.

12:15Aces got five points so far.

12:17Very positive opening quarter for them.

12:20The shots have been falling.

12:22You know, the shooting percentage would be nice if it stayed right there, but that's going to be tough to

12:27do.

12:28Now here's Zeller.

12:29Here's Walker with the three.

12:32And the shot is good.

12:34He has six.

12:35Well, he's taken eight shots and he's missed six of them.

12:38It's been uneven for him in terms of shooting.

12:40He's still trying to get on track, though.

12:42Tries it from the top of the key.

12:45Raptors get it back.

12:46AC.

12:47And lots of contact there.

12:49Missing the shot.

12:50He'll shoot two.

12:51Well, he can make you look foolish, Kevin.

12:53I mean, you do not want to be caught under the hoop when he goes up for one of his

12:56signature dunks.

12:57Because if you are, Steve, it's poster time.

13:00Just mark it up.

13:01Charlotte making some changes.

13:03Haywood comes in for Al Jefferson.

13:05And it's Bismack, Biambo, and Frisella.

13:07You know, it wasn't a surprise that the Raptors struggled on the road.

13:11Most young teams do.

13:12They were 13-28 as the visiting team.

13:15They did end the year looking a lot more dangerous on the road than they started, though.

13:21And Augustine kicks to Hansborough.

13:23Feeds it to Augustine.

13:26Sinks the three-pointer.

13:28Augustine's got six.

13:30And that's what's built them this early lead.

13:32Deadly shooting from behind the arc.

13:34Yeah, the D better start getting out there on them, Steve, and soon.

13:38Well, Clark, you were talking about the Raptors' struggles on the road.

13:40They didn't have the best road record at the end of the season, as you said.

13:44But, Steve, they did show some bite with their play.

13:47You know, one of the interesting stats from the Raptors last year is they actually scored more points on the

13:51road than they did at home.

13:53And that rarely happens in the NBA.

13:56But I think the big thing with Toronto, their defense has to improve more than anything else.

14:01He dishes it to Sessions.

14:03Kid Gilchrist.

14:04He's covered by Gay.

14:05Just five on the clock.

14:07That's a two-pointer from Walker.

14:09And Charlotte again with the bucket.

14:15Well, it was Toronto winning their last game against Miami.

14:18They ran away with that game, Kevin.

14:20Mostly thanks to their play at the offensive end.

14:23That's exactly right, guys.

14:24There was crisp movement by the players and the ball throughout that game.

14:28And they got a lot of high-quality shots as a result.

14:31Now, here's Kid Gilchrist.

14:33After the miss from Acy, Sessions gets a screen from Haywood.

14:37Here's Walker with the three.

14:39The rebound by Hansbro.

14:41You know, he's been off his game this quarter just a bit.

14:44Hasn't been able to get a whole lot to go so far.

14:47Augustine from outside.

14:49And the Raptors hit again from deep.

14:51They're relying on their three-point shooting and getting pretty good results right now.

14:55Yeah.

14:56In fact, three of the last five makes are from beyond the arc.

15:00Now, here's Kid Gilchrist.

15:01He picked up 12 points in their last win against the Knicks in New York.

15:06Pass to Walker.

15:09He kicks it to Haywood.

15:11Gets blocked.

15:12Lays out.

15:13And it's out of bounds to the Bobcats as Charlotte retains possession.

15:18A look here at last year in the NBA where the Bobcats ranked.

15:22Sixth in blocks.

15:24Eighth in lowest turnovers per game.

15:26As far as free-throw shooting as a team goes, not a strong suit.

15:30Top 20 in the league.

15:31A little bit of work to be done there.

15:34And what really stands out is the blocks for me because that's a team that really dominated

15:39the paint area.

15:40And when they were on top of their game, they were very physical.

15:43They fronted the post a lot and forced some difficult shots at the rim.

15:48And due to their length and their size, they were able to block a lot of shots down there.

15:53That's great defense there.

15:54They're really going after the shooters right now.

15:58And here's Toronto.

16:00They're on a 20-7 run.

16:02A three from Gay.

16:03And again, Toronto with the triple.

16:06They've built a big lead here early.

16:08Both defensively and offensively.

16:10They've been terrific right from the tip.

16:13Clark, they've been struggling here on offense.

16:14Yeah, a little bit of cottonmouth here.

16:16Dry spell for sure.

16:18Here's Biombo.

16:19They grab their own miss.

16:22Good work defensively by Gay.

16:25Well defended.

16:26And he's not someone who responds well to that kind of defensive pressure.

16:30Hans Brodishes to Acy.

16:33Charity's striped shot.

16:35That one a tad offline to the right, but drops in for him.

16:40Acy's got eight points.

16:42And Sessions kicks to Haywood.

16:45Haywood off a pick from Sessions.

16:47And it's Kid Gilchrist penetrating.

16:49Oh!

16:50Are you kidding me?

16:51That was a power punch right there.

16:53Oh, great.

16:55He has a highlight reel unto himself, guys.

16:58Wow.

16:59That could very well be a contender for dunk of the year.

17:02And perhaps might make its way all over the internet.

17:05I'm with you.

17:06I'm with you, Clark.

17:07That's a crowd pleaser if I've ever seen one.

17:09It's a scary thought for the league, guys, if Michael Kidd Gilchrist ever gets a reliable jump shot.

17:16I mean, his ability to slash and get to the bucket combined with a consistent jumper

17:21would make him one of the toughest guys in the league to guard.

17:24And here's Sessions.

17:25Rip Hamilton getting it to go from deep.

17:28Shoots from the post.

17:29And a foul on the shot.

17:31He'll go to the stripe for two.

17:32And for Kid Gilchrist, the outside shot is a work in progress.

17:36I'll tell you what, though.

17:37He is a great slasher.

17:39He's tough.

17:39He's got a good handle on the ball.

17:41And when he gets in the open floor, finishes well at the rim, sometimes through contact because of his strength.

17:47So, yeah, you're right.

17:48The jump shot is the last component.

17:51The first free throw is good.

17:53For the Bobcats, some tough luck in the lottery the last few seasons.

17:56They had the worst record in 12, but they missed out on Anthony Davis.

18:00The second worst record last season, but they fell to the four pick.

18:03They need so much help, but the lottery fortune hasn't gone their way.

18:21He doesn't get the second one.

18:23And, Clark, you mentioned the struggles last year for the Bobcats.

18:27Last season, the worst defense, second worst in rebounding, and, Steve, the third worst in offense.

18:33They just didn't have enough talent.

18:35It's been a long struggle for this team the last few years, and the roster is starting to grow.

18:41It's starting to build, but there's still a lot of work to be done in Charlotte.

18:46DeMar DeRozan.

18:47He's checked in for Rudy Gay.

18:50Novak, the pass to Ross.

18:52Hands it from downtown.

18:54And they're getting their points now almost exclusively from the three-point line.

18:58That's four of the last five.

18:59You've got to run those guys off the line.

19:01I agree, and the defense is practically giving them those shots, though.

19:05And a look at how the offensive approach has been going here so far for Toronto.

19:10Now, they didn't waste any time getting into a groove out there.

19:12They're dialed in from long range.

19:14The other thing they've had going for them tonight is their passing.

19:17I mean, doing a nice job.

19:19Plenty of their points early on coming off assists.

19:26Free throw good sessions.

19:28Guys, one of the biggest challenges with young teams that have started to lose is changing the culture.

19:34Being able to establish a way of working that doesn't allow losing to be accepted.

19:39This team has got a long way to go in that regard, but they're on the right track.

19:43Well, the culture in the locker room is definitely a real thing to conquer if you're a franchise that's been

19:48near the bottom for a while.

19:49Well, Steve, the Bobcats seem to understand that and are looking for guys that want to work.

19:54I agree.

19:55That's why they drafted Michael Kidd-Gilchrest a couple years ago.

19:58Jeffrey Taylor, Cody Zeller.

20:00They're trying to get guys that hate losing.

20:03They want to come in and build that culture you're talking about.

20:06So, we'll see if some of that attitude can carry over and turn this team around.

20:12Here's Petro after the made shot from Taylor.

20:16DeRozan's shot is good.

20:19DeRozan's got 13.

20:20They're going back to the three-point shot over and over and over.

20:24That was the ninth straight point from behind the arc, Clark.

20:28It feels like they're finding the holes in this defense.

20:32Now, here's Anderson.

20:34He's coming off a 10-point game against New York.

20:36And he played great at the defensive end of the floor, too, Kevin.

20:39And had a couple of important block shots in that game.

20:42So, good all-around effort.

20:44Out of bounds.

20:45Charlotte takes possession.

20:47And Toronto making a change here.

20:49Ivey's checked in.

21:0229 seconds left to play in the first quarter.

21:05Henders and kicks to Sessions.

21:09With the lead pass.

21:12Taylor's shot.

21:13Good.

21:14Taylor's got his second bucket.

21:16Beautiful feed off the bounce to his teammate there.

21:19Nicely done.

21:20It's been all Raptors.

21:23Ivey dishes to Novak.

21:25Pass to Ivey.

21:26For three.

21:28That's good.

21:29Ivey's got five points so far.

21:32Nice pass.

21:33That one was right on target.

21:37Here's Sessions.

21:40Second chance effort.

21:41Mick Roberts' shot is good.

21:43Boy, he crashed the boards with purpose right there.

21:46Well-deserved second chance points for him.

21:49And the buzzer sounds to end the first.

21:52And we've got a blowout underway here.

21:54The Raptors out in front.

21:56Opening up a huge gap.

21:59And we'll be back with you for the start of the second quarter when we return.

22:06Next Monday night, November 11th, Kyrie Irving and the Cleveland Cavaliers take on Joakim Noah and the Chicago Bulls.

22:14It's the real deal.

22:27Welcome back, everyone, to Lopsided First Quarter.

22:29And the book's all ready as we start this second quarter.

22:32And a very convincing performance from the Raptors so far.

22:35Yeah, the defense has been terrific.

22:37They came out right from the beginning alert and focused.

22:40And they've been really good at that end of the floor.

22:43And I think Coach has to be pleased with the effort, Steve.

22:46The Raptors shooting a mind-boggling 79% off the floor.

22:51Josh McRoberts out there with Bismack Biambo.

22:54Then there's Pargo.

22:55Then it's Henderson.

22:56And it's Taylor in at the small forward.

22:58That's the Bobcats five.

23:00Let's go now to the sideline and catch up with Doris Burke.

23:04Hey, Doris.

23:05Hi, Kevin.

23:06With the signing of Al Jefferson this summer, the Charlotte Bobcats have acquired the best low post score the team

23:12has had in its nine-year history.

23:14Jefferson is a gym rat who's happy to take younger players under his wing, as he showed when he was

23:20in Utah.

23:20Guys, for a team that has been in rebuild mode, the Bobcats take a big step towards respectability.

23:27Well, nowhere to go but up.

23:29Thanks, Doris.

23:29Well, we'll see if in a new city, a new situation, he's able to take that next step.

23:35Pargo kicks to Taylor.

23:37There's the dish to Pargo.

23:39Floats one up.

23:41Johnson with the puck.

23:43And now the fast break.

23:45Ivy with the ball.

23:46Here's Corosian.

23:47And the dunk to finish it off.

23:50A beauty.

23:51How about that now?

23:53What a sensational finish.

23:55Well, got to be able to get some hang time to do that.

23:57Yeah, you got to rise and levitate.

24:00Suspend yourself.

24:01Yeah.

24:01Levitate.

24:01And glide.

24:03And glide.

24:03You got to glide in and reverse it home.

24:05So sweet.

24:06And it's going to be out of bounds.

24:08The Bobcats will retain possession.

24:12With a pause in the action, let's show you the teams that were best from the line last season.

24:16Fifth, the Raptors.

24:18I think free throw shooting can be contagious.

24:20And it seemed like everybody last season just had the hot hand.

24:26And McRoberts kicks to Pargo.

24:28It's a nice pass to nearby Charlotte.

24:30But Taylor passes to Pargo.

24:34But they get it back.

24:35McRoberts dishes to Biondo.

24:39The feed to Pargo.

24:41Come get it!

24:43Second shot opportunity.

24:45And he sinks the layup.

24:47Pargo's got his first bucket of the night.

24:50Boy, they are having their way in the paint right now.

24:53So many looks right at the rim.

24:55Defensive rotations have been a step slow.

24:57And it's helped them get the ball in close.

24:59Time after time, Steve.

25:01They are wreaking havoc on them with the three-point shot here.

25:04Lazy perimeter defense, Clark.

25:06You've got to take the shooter's airspace away from them.

25:20Shot clock at six.

25:23Top of the key jumper, no good.

25:25That's not a sight you see very often.

25:27I mean, he has a great feel for that jump shot, especially when he's open.

25:33Here's Henderson.

25:35Played in with a nice touch off the glass.

25:38Good aggressive finish on the break.

25:40That's as easy of two points as you could ask for.

25:44Let's it go from the wing.

25:46Henderson pulls it in.

25:48Gerald Henderson coming off his best season, guys.

25:51Three-point shooting was one of his weaknesses.

25:53And he made a huge leap in that area.

25:55Shot around 37% from the yard.

25:57Much better than his first three seasons.

26:03Here in the second quarter, about three minutes played.

26:07And again, no good by Toronto.

26:10The Bobcats have gone just 33% from the field in what's been a cold second quarter for them.

26:15Just three of nine.

26:17Shot by Taylor, no good.

26:19Well, going back to Henderson.

26:20And then the three-point shot, despite his improvement, not one he leaned on that heavily.

26:26Well, that's smart.

26:26Because if you're not a great three-point shooter, you've got to be very selective.

26:30And more often than not, Henderson would shoot the corner three but avoid the longer ones.

26:36That's the sign of maturity.

26:38That's the sign of a player who understands his limitations.

26:40You know, it appeared to be another season where the Raptors would be near the bottom of the league.

26:44But while the terms rock bottom and embarrassing floated around, they made some moves and were able to go on

26:50a run to climb towards the middle of the pack.

26:53Charlotte calls timeout.

26:55Well, we all know the trade for Rudy Gay.

26:57The major move coming last season for the Raptors.

27:00They were able to get a look at the playoff scenario at times.

27:03And, you know, Steve, it looked like they were much more competitive down the stretch.

27:06Yeah, this is a team that has struggled the last few years.

27:09But I think that that spark near the end of the regular season gives them hope.

27:13And now it's time to start that climb, get back into the playoffs, and continue to build and become an

27:20excellent NBA franchise.

27:22Because they have the potential to do so.

27:24Pargo kicks to Jefferson.

27:2711 feet out and he hits it.

27:30Jefferson's got his second bucket of the night.

27:32Closing in on four minutes played here in the second quarter.

27:35For Toronto, they've gone four of seven from the field in this second quarter so far.

27:39AC bounces high off the rim and drops.

27:44That gives him a double-double in this one.

27:47Ten points and ten assists.

27:51Pargo the pass to Zeller.

27:55Inside to Jefferson.

27:56Kicks it to Zeller.

28:01Dishes to Taylor.

28:04From the baseline.

28:06Offensive rebound.

28:08Excellent D there from Petro.

28:16For Toronto, they've gone five of eight from the floor here in the second quarter.

28:20Over 60% shooting.

28:22From deep three-point range.

28:25Shot is no good.

28:26And it's the Bobcats taking it the other way.

28:31The open shot.

28:33Gordon.

28:34DeRozan with the rebound.

28:35I thought he'd make that one.

28:37That's his range and the defense nowhere to be seen.

28:40That rebound and the follow kind of typify what he's all about.

28:44Just gritty, determined play.

28:53Bobcats shooting their seventh attempt at the foul line in this one.

29:01That one misses for Zeller.

29:03You know, coming into last season, the backcourt for Charlotte was full of question marks.

29:07But after the way Kimball Walker blossomed and some of the other guys were able to fill in and step

29:12up,

29:12their backcourt looks a lot better now.

29:15There's the pass to Jefferson.

29:20Sinks that one from the post.

29:23Jefferson's got seven points.

29:25Toronto's gone two or three when they've stepped beyond the arc in the second quarter.

29:30AC dishes to Ivy.

29:33It's good from long range.

29:35And even though the Bobcats would finish near the bottom of the barrel again,

29:38they did show that they have some pieces to build around.

29:41Steve, not only Walker, but also Michael Kidd-Vilchrist as well.

29:46Yeah, I like Jeffrey Taylor, the young forward from Vanderbilt.

29:50They drafted Cody Zeller from Indiana, who looked really good in the summer league

29:56and is proving to be a pretty solid player in the NBA.

29:59So this is a team that is starting to add some talent to this roster.

30:02Well, we've seen that more than a few times.

30:05An easy bucket in the lane.

30:07Yeah, the interior defense simply has been lifeless.

30:10Count that one.

30:12Ivy's got eight points in the quarter.

30:14And guys, they continue to put a lot of pressure on the interior defenders with the way they work down

30:19low.

30:19Well, it's become one of the stories of the first half, Clark, just piling up points in the pink.

30:24Come on, shoot, shoot!

30:27Now here's Zeller.

30:31Taylor kicks to Jefferson.

30:33Four on the clock.

30:35Here's Pargo.

30:38Tries again.

30:39Al Jefferson again.

30:42Jefferson's got nine points.

30:43He's very savvy in traffic.

30:45When he gets inside, has kind of an uncanny way of shielding himself from contact

30:50and finding a way to finish at the rim.

30:52And something else he has is an array of moves in the pink.

30:56You can make a training video for young players to figure out how to play down low

31:01in terms of how he gets it done inside.

31:03And the Raptors making a change here.

31:05Zeller. Novak's checked in.

31:0711 feet away.

31:09It's rebounded by Charlotte.

31:15Here's Pargo.

31:19He passes to Zeller.

31:21He feeds it to Pargo.

31:25Goes back up.

31:27A nice shot by Zeller.

31:30Zeller's got his second bucket of the game to go.

31:32Second chance points have been a big problem for this club defensively.

31:36Well, the initial defense has been fine, but defense is a two-part job.

31:40Forced a tough shot, then you've got to rebound, and that's where they've got to improve.

31:48Stolen away.

31:51Fast break Toronto.

31:53Easy to pass to DeRozan.

31:55Well, Kevin, a look here at last year in the NBA where the Raptors rank.

31:59Third and fewest turnovers per game.

32:01Fifth in free throw percentage.

32:03And for the team scoring numbers, not a strong point for them.

32:06Only top 20 in the league.

32:07This team needs to pick it up offensively.

32:10Very well-coached team, Clark.

32:12I mean, you look at the numbers, and you talked about the few turnovers.

32:16The top five in the league, in fact, in fewest mistakes.

32:19So this is a well-disciplined, well-coached team.

32:22And when they're on their game, they're just one of those teams you hate to play against

32:26because they don't give you anything easy.

32:28You know, this is a trend that's catching on more and more in the NBA,

32:30and now DeMar DeRozan can be added to the list.

32:32He dips his hands in wax prior to the game, so he has a soft feel of the ball.

32:37The paraffin wax, we call it.

32:38Get a rebound!

32:39Kept alive.

32:41Zeller.

32:42Off target at the rim.

32:44The Raptors have gone 7-13 for the field since the start of the second.

32:49And A.C. kicks to Lowe.

32:52Knocks down the three ball.

32:54And for DeRozan, Coach Casey wants him aggressive, attacking the basket.

32:58He needs that soft touch.

33:00Well, DeRozan, yeah, he has to become a better shooter.

33:03And as he does, it will make him that much more effective when he's putting the ball on the floor

33:08and getting to the rim, which he's already so good at.

33:13Lock at 6.

33:18Taylor against DeRozan.

33:21And it's off the back rim.

33:22No good.

33:24Toronto's gotten out from three-point land in the second quarter, going 4-5 from downtown.

33:29Boy, they've looked good in the open floor today.

33:31That's had a lot to do with their success.

33:33Well, they've been doing the right thing, Steve.

33:35Anytime they've had numbers, they've gone straight up court with it right away.

33:38Boom!

33:42Now here's Jefferson, defended by Novak.

33:45Jefferson kicks to Pargo.

33:47Shut up, shut up!

33:48Back to Jefferson.

33:52They get it back.

33:54A nice shot by Zeller.

33:57Zeller's got his third bucket of the night.

33:59It was a slow start for him, but he started to take off since we hit the second quarter, guys.

34:05And A.C. kicks to Ivy.

34:07And again, Toronto with the triple.

34:10It seems that every pass they make is leading to a score here.

34:13I mean, that's just exquisite ball movement.

34:16Yeah, they're making the right play.

34:18They're working together.

34:19And they're just looking for the best shot they can every possession.

34:22Out of bounds, Bobcats ball as Charlotte keeps possession.

34:26The Raptors making a switch here.

34:40DeRozan against Gordon.

34:45Six on the shot clock.

34:48Pass to Walker.

34:50From deep.

34:52Gets it to go.

34:54Walker's got 11 points.

34:56That shot becomes effortless for him when the D is so relaxed.

34:59They've got to get more intense.

35:01Lowry dishes to Hamilton.

35:04DeRozan passes to Hamilton.

35:07Kidd Gilchrist with the steal.

35:12Outside, Walker.

35:15Kidd Gilchrist, no luck.

35:19Guys, we have seen them with a lot of good ball movement.

35:22Well, you like the smooth operating they're showing you here.

35:24I mean, things are clicking.

35:25And more importantly, it makes them tough to defend.

35:28Yeah, there's no agenda.

35:29I mean, the ball is just moving to whoever is open.

35:31And as a result, they've kind of developed a clicking kind of pace to their game.

35:36It's been fun to watch.

35:41And here's Lowry.

35:44It's Novak from outside.

35:47Heywood with the rebound.

35:50Well defended that time.

35:51He's a shooter that the defense has to close down on quickly when he's ready to pull that trigger.

35:56You've got to be in his face and not give him any space.

35:59And you can see they recognize that, Clark.

36:02I mean, they are not going to give him that look.

36:03It just hasn't been a very good day for him, guys.

36:06They need him to start burying some of those.

36:08Here's Gordon.

36:10Sweet little floater.

36:11Yeah, not just an everyday finish.

36:13He put a little pizzazz on that one, guys.

36:19Here's DeRozan.

36:21Not wasting any time and taking the shot and knocking it down.

36:25DeRozan's got 11 here in this quarter alone.

36:28Charlotte's gone 1-3 from way outside since the start of the second quarter.

36:36Locker against Lowry.

36:40Here's Zeller.

36:41And you can count it.

36:42He'll go to the line with a chance to make it three.

36:45Starting to get a little momentum here after that scoreless first quarter.

36:49Some changes for Toronto.

36:51Hansborough comes in for Quincy Acy.

36:53And Rudy Gay is subbed in for DeMar DeRozan.

36:56They did a good job in the first quarter getting themselves to the line.

37:00But here in the second, they've gone away from it.

37:02Well, everything's become perimeter-oriented, Clark.

37:04And you really have to be penetrating and looking inside, keeping that defense honest.

37:13Now Walker, he's got 11.

37:17Outside, Gordon.

37:20It's Kid Gilchrist on the wing.

37:22Shot clock at six.

37:25Charlotte needs to get a shot off.

37:27From deep, Walker.

37:29That's good.

37:31Walker's got 14 points for the game.

37:34You know, he started out hot, and he's only gotten hotter.

37:37He could be in for one of those games.

37:41Novak kicks to Lowry.

37:42Feeds it to Novak.

37:44Back to Lowry.

37:51He dishes it to Hamilton.

37:54Jacks up a three.

37:56Hits the bucket.

37:57He's got nine.

37:59Oh, the rapid-fire threes coming from everywhere.

38:03I thought it might be a little imprudent to try to get those points right back.

38:07But it worked.

38:08And through the first half, a pretty lot.

38:10Now, presented by Sprint.

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38:17And this is the Halftime Report.

38:20A terrific start for the Raptors.

38:22A losing record for them in this early NBA season.

38:26They'll try to battle back.

38:28Washington leading against the Sprint Halftime Report.

38:31Presented by Sprint.

38:37And as we welcome you back, we begin our second half.

38:39So far, not a tightly contested game, guys.

38:42But, you know, anything can happen.

38:43A fantastic game from DeMar DeRozan so far.

38:46I know we've said this many times before, but I'll say it again.

38:50He had a great first half.

38:52Just an explosive offensive display there.

38:55At the end of the day, I wouldn't be surprised if we're talking about what a great second half he

38:59had.

38:59He can usually keep it going for all four quarters.

39:03So, for Toronto right now, Lowry out there with Royal Ivy.

39:07Then it's Quincy Ace.

39:09Then it's DeRozan.

39:10And it's Johnson in at the four-man position.

39:13And Walker kicks to Jefferson.

39:16I see him.

39:18No good.

39:19Great D that time for Macy.

39:21Toronto shooting 71% all-in-all in this one.

39:25They've been brilliant offensively.

39:28The shot by Lowry.

39:29No good.

39:30Great look.

39:31Disappointing result.

39:32You know, most times he knocks that one down.

39:34Here's Kidd Gilchrist.

39:36Johnson with the block.

39:41Passes to DeRozan.

39:43From deep.

39:44And again, Toronto with the triple.

39:46And we've seen a few mix-ups defensively out there on the perimeter.

39:51More than a few.

39:52I mean, the open looks they've allowed from long range have turned into a lot of points.

39:56And Kidd Gilchrist kicks to Jefferson.

39:59Let's it go from 14.

40:02So he gets the whistle.

40:03Contact on the way up.

40:04And two shots coming up.

40:05You know, for as much as Jefferson scores in the low post and all the attention that he gets,

40:11one of the more underrated aspects of his game is that he is rarely careless with the ball.

40:16That free throw missing.

40:18And for Al Jefferson, great footwork and fakes down low.

40:22A very nice way of maneuvering his way in a congested area.

40:26Yeah, he's got huge hands, Kevin.

40:28He's so able to gather and go up with that right-handed hook.

40:32That kind of one-handed push hook.

40:34And, you know, he dominates that block.

40:38Here's A.C.

40:40And count it.

40:41Two points with a chance for one more at the free throw line.

40:45And their offense is flowing.

40:46It's clicking right now at the beginning of the second half.

40:49They've made three of their first four attempts.

40:51Bobcats shooting 38% from the field.

40:54A pretty weak showing for them.

40:57And Kidd Gilchrist kicks to Gordon.

41:00Hits it from three-point range.

41:03Gordon's got seven points.

41:05I like the offensive awareness to exploit that lack of coverage on that play.

41:09The 19-foot shot.

41:10And the Raptors tack on two more.

41:13And their field goal percentage continues to climb.

41:15They've really shot the ball well here today so far.

41:18Yeah, and it's all about quality shot selection, smart shot selection.

41:22They've been very patient on offense.

41:24And good on the basket.

41:26Book it.

41:26Four of their last five makes came off of a high-quality shot inside.

41:30Yeah, that's textbook basketball.

41:32Just having their way down low.

41:35And A.C. kicks to Lowe.

41:37And again, Toronto with the triple.

41:40What a floor leader he's been at the offensive end.

41:43You know, he's done a terrific job of moving the ball around, sharing it, dispersing it, and running the show.

41:50Goal!

41:51Kid Gilchrist, the pass to Walker.

41:55And it's blocked by A.C.

41:56Let's go!

41:57Come on!

41:59Fast break, Toronto.

42:01DeRozan leading the charge.

42:03Ivy with the bucket.

42:04Now that is a quick bucket.

42:06Pretty good in transition.

42:07That's right.

42:08That's exactly right.

42:09He loves when he gets the chance to get out and run.

42:12That's when he's at his best.

42:14And it's Walker penetrating.

42:16Offensive rebound.

42:18And pout the basket.

42:20He was fouled.

42:21And he's going to the line for one more.

42:23Well, the number one priority for a defense when you face this guy is to keep him getting anywhere from

42:29the basket.

42:29Because he's just so strong as a finisher.

42:32And the other thing about him, his hands.

42:34A terrific asset of his.

42:35Very quick and strong.

42:37As a ball handler, he's the last guy you want defending you.

42:41Come around!

42:43Woo!

42:43Ball!

42:44In the wild!

42:46Wide open look.

42:49A.C.

42:50A.C.

42:54A.C.

43:02A.C.

43:07A.C.

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