For two teams so far apart in distance, the San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors have been closely intertwined recently. Of course, the blockbuster trade that brought Raptors legend DeMar DeRozan to the Alamo City created a link, but the narrative runs much deeper following the 120-117 loss in ‘the Six.’
After years of battle in the rugged and physical Southwest Division, LaMarcus Aldridge and Marc Gasol engaged in a defensive battle that led to a plethora of fouls for both parties. As Derrick White shook off his rust and returned to playing form, Bryn Forbes chased Danny Green around the perimeter while the sniper torched his former team.