Tag: Darko Rajakovic
Darko Rajakovic: Jamal Shead’s really embracing the moment/learning the pace of the game
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic discussed the ongoing development of rookie Jamal Shead following Tuesday’s 121-115 home loss vs. the New York Knicks...
Darko Rajakovic: We made some corrections to Ochai Agbaji’s shooting mechanics
Here’s Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic on what has helped Ochai Agbaji shoot a career-best 40.1% from three-point land this season. (via Toronto Raptors): “It’s...
Darko Rajakovic: I can see Scottie averaging a triple-double in a couple years
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic spoke very highly about Scottie Barnes’ versatility after Thursday's 132-126 road loss vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers (24 points/10...
Barrett credits Rajakovic for career growth, development
In an extensive interview with Michael Grange of Sportsnet, the Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett discussed how playing under head coach Darko Rajakovic has...
Darko Rajakovic: I think we’ve got something really special with Jamison Battle
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic praised the work ethic/focus of undrafted two-way rookie Jamison Battle after Wednesday's 119-93 road win vs. the New...
Darko Rajakovic: “Bruno is the ultimate professional”
Here’s Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic on Bruno Fernando’s active minutes off the bench during last night’s 99-85 NBA Cup road loss vs....
Darko Rajakovic: LeBron is probably one of the best, if not the best player...
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic had high praise for 20x NBA All-Star LeBron James after Sunday's 123-103 road loss vs. the Los Angeles...
Darko Rajakovic on Jamison Battle: “For a rookie, he has a very good feel...
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has been impressed with undrafted two-way rookie Jamison Battle early on (averaging 7.8 PPG/3.8 RPG/50.0% FG/38.5% 3-PT/75.0% FT...
Darko Rajakovic on Gradey Dick: “He’s the future of this organization”
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic says that he’s going to be patient with Gradey Dick’s development (entering sophomore season). (via Toronto Raptors): “He’s 20-years-old. He’s...
Darko Rajakovic: Every time Jamal Shead steps on the floor, he tries to win
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has enjoyed coaching rookie guard Jamal Shead so far during training camp/preseason. (via Toronto Raptors): “The first thing with Jamal...
Darko Rajakovic: Coach Pop told me not to skip any steps with young Raptors
Here’s Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic on building the team’s foundation/advice he got from San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich over the...
Darko Rajakovic believes Bogdan Bogdanovic can play into late 30s
Toronto Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic is confident that Bogdan Bogdanovic has the potential to continue playing well into his late 30s. According to Rajakovic,...
Darko Rajakovic: Scottie Barnes held players accountable on the bench when he was out
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic saw tremendous growth from Scottie Barnes’ leadership while being sidelined with a fracture to the 3rd metacarpal bone...
Immanuel Quickley: The person part is probably the biggest thing I’ve taken away from...
Here’s Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley explaining why he loves playing for head coach Darko Rajakovic. (via Toronto Raptors): ”I think the person part is probably...
Darko Rajakovic: Vasilije Micic came to the NBA at the right time as a...
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has always been a big fan of fellow Serbian/Charlotte Hornets guard Vasilije Micic. (via Charlotte Hornets: Rooks): “I know Vasa...