Smiles from Jamario Moon, Jason Kapono and Chris Bosh in the fourth quarter of tonight's game said it all. The Raptors finally made some runs and stayed on top by double figures for most of the fourth en route to a big win at home. Kapono had his best game this season and provided timely shooting in a game when the Raps were without Anthony Parker and Kris Humphries.
NBA.com Recap
Player of the Game:
Kapono finally broke out with a huge game tonight. He put up 25 points on great 11-16 from the field (3-7 from three), 8 rebounds, 2 assists and even blocked a shot. Even with all his great numbers, the most impressive part of his game isn't visible in the box score. Jason created his own shot, showing off serious handles and putting his great mid-range game on display. On one play, he spun off his defender to his left, took a dribble over and launched a wide-open three. He missed, but if he had made it, it would have been the play of his career.
Notables:
Chris Bosh - 21 points (9-16 FG, 3-5 FT), 10 rebounds and 2 assists. Came out of his recent slump with a nice, All-Star performance. Hopefully CB4's feeling better, and can get some rest before Friday's tilt.
Jamario Moon - 17 points (7-12 FG, 1-3 3FG, 1-3 FT), 8 rebounds, 3 blocks. Jamario showed us a little flashback to last season, being active on defense and on the boards, including a monster putback slam. One thing he didn't show last season was a very hot jumper, knocking down a three and mid-range Js with consistency, and was a great asset to the Raps tonight.
Jose Calderon - 11 points (3-9 FG, 1-2 3FG, 4-4 FT), 14 assists, 5 rebounds, 3 steals, and only 2 turnovers. Jose was magnificent. He moved the ball with meaning and kept the Raps' offense flowing, helping five other players score in double figures.
Full box score
Stat of the Game:
The Raptors shot very well, shooting efficient 49.4% from the field, while defending the Pacers very well, holding them to just 34.7% shooting. In particular, the Raps guarded the Pacers' leading scorer Danny Granger effectively, holding him to just 9-25 from the field and 3-11 from long range.
Next Game: Friday, December 12th, 7:30 PM at New Jersey Nets
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Ever notice how Bosh EATS weak teams and plays mediocre against most top level teams...?
40 and 18 vs. Orlando
26 and 13 vs. Detroit
24 and 6 vs. Boston
30 and 12 vs. Philly
Smiles all around on this win - this was one game the Raptors could not afford to let get away.
This Prehistoric Hoops fan is looking forward to the courtside report from his favorite bloggers on the upcoming game on New Year's Eve!
sorry i never saw your reply mr. BC
but let me say this.
philly is NOT a top level team. so there.
you're retort is somewhat less powerful.
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