In a recent report by Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca, frustrations between the veteran players and young talent within the Raptors organization have come to light. According to Grange’s sources, players like Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam expressed deep frustrations towards the younger players on the roster, leading to tension within the team.
Head coach Nick Nurse struggled to bridge the divide as injuries plagued key players and poor shooting performances added to the team’s woes. The losing streak exacerbated the situation, with consecutive losses to the Pelicans and Nets serving as a wake-up call.
Raptors’ President Masai Ujiri intervened, addressing the team personally and singling out second-year star Scottie Barnes. Ujiri’s involvement didn’t end there, as he later expressed his dissatisfaction with the team’s play and individual performances leading up to the February trade deadline. The message was clear: shape up or face potential trades.
