We have sources in the Toronto Raptors organization that have told us that shortly after trading for superstar "Isaiah Austin", turmoil followed. Austin was pleased with the supporting cast on Canada's only franchise but had words with HC "Mike D'Antoni" who wishes to play the 7'1 behemoth on the wing. D'Antoni is known for his forward thinking strategy and willingness to experiment with players.
Listen, my success in PHX was predicated on playing at the PF/C positions. My ability to take big men off the dribble at that position allows me to dominant on both ends and although I need to work on my rebounding (7 RPG last season), I don't see the sense in mitigating my effectiveness chasing around small forwards. On the other end the closer to the basket I am the better. We will have internal talks but I am not happy right now.
Sources say GM BI will have talks with the HC and is looking to make a move for a starting SF, whether through trade or FA.
We'll have to see if "Joe Harris" can handle the backup SF position.
The organization has also targeted a low USG% SF who is capable of starting (in FA) but time will tell on that front. Bradley Beal is a starting quality wing but his skillset works better off the bench. Beal might see some backup minutes at the 3 spot, but D'Antoni is worried that having four high USG% and high volume starters will take away shots from Joseph.
Ball is Life.