Offseason development will be taking priority for Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic, but that doesn't mean it's contained to just his players. Along with his plans for his team this summer, Rajakovic spoke about his personal development plans.
Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic shared his thoughts on the overall seasons from some of his players, including Collin Murray-Boyles, Gradey Dick, Jamal Shead, Ja'Kobe Walter and Jamison Battle.
Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic discussed the areas of growth he saw from RJ Barrett, including his two-way game and leadership.
Brandon Ingram's return season was a successful one for the Raptors during the regular season but was unfortunately not at full strength for the playoffs after aggravating a heel injury in March. Head coach Darko Rajakovic looked ahead to next season and what he believes his all-star is capable of adding.
Scottie Barnes showed a lot of growth this season, especially in the playoffs, and head coach Darko Rajakovic has not been shy about what he thinks the ceiling is for his all-star. Rajakovic spoke about the areas where Barnes needs to improve and the fit he has playing alongside Collin Murray-Boyles.
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Despite falling to the Cavaliers in seven games, Jamal Shead says the Raptors are proud of the fight they put up amid injuries to key players and feels the playoffs was a great learning experience for the club. Shead also discusses the impact and chemistry of the bench this year.
With his future in Toronto up in the air, Sandro Mamukelashvili expresses his desire to return with the Raptors next season and why he's confident he'll work on areas of his game to make an even bigger impact next year. Mamukelashvili also talks about his versatility and how he's happy to play any role he's asked.
After taking his game to another level in the postseason, Ja'Kobe Walter explains why he feels the playoffs brings out the best in his game and how motivated he is to get stronger for next year. Walter also credits his teammates and coaches for helping him improve his game throughout the season.
Immanuel Quickley updates his injury status, explains why he feels the Raptors have "championship habits" and shares why their playoff experience will only help them become a better team. IQ also says he did whatever he could to coach and motivate from the bench, and explains what he thinks the difference was in the series.
Collin Murray-Boyles feels he's made a "tremendous jump" as a player from the start of training camp until now and is motivated to find ways to be more impactful next season. CMB reflects on his impressive playoff performance, and praises his teammates for helping him develop in his rookie season.
Canadian RJ Barrett says although the end goal every year is to win a championship, he feels the Raptors made a "huge jump" compared to last year. Barrett also talks about how the experience and the influx of youth should benefit the group next season, trying to find the pieces to become a yearly contender, the magnitude of his Game 6 shot, and more.
Brandon Ingram reflects on his return to the court this season, discusses how his game developed throughout the season, explains how close the players have become and addresses his heel injury that kept him out of Games 6 and 7 against the Cavaliers.
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