Matt Shantz
@shantz.bsky.social
Raptors fan, basketball lover, tea drinker, cyclist. Former writer for Hoops Habit & Raptors Republic.
I apologize in advance for my puns.
I apologize in advance for my puns.
The Inner Circle.
three nba teams are currently in the top seven of offense and defense (via ctg):
thunder (4th in ortg, 1st in drtg)
rockets (2nd in ortg, 5th in drtg)
raptors (7th in ortg, 3rd in drtg)
thunder (4th in ortg, 1st in drtg)
rockets (2nd in ortg, 5th in drtg)
raptors (7th in ortg, 3rd in drtg)
November 29, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The Inner Circle.
Raptors either take top spot in the East NBA Cup if Pistons win, or gain on the Pistons in the regular season standings.
Win-win.
Win-win.
Raps finish first if Orlando loses to Detroit and second if they win.
As for who they might play, read this.
As for who they might play, read this.
NBA Cup enthusiasts: Here's all you need to know about tonight's potential outcomes
www.nytimes.com/athletic/684...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/684...
November 28, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Raptors either take top spot in the East NBA Cup if Pistons win, or gain on the Pistons in the regular season standings.
Win-win.
Win-win.
I just got followed by a UK based Tea Store, which means I must be doing something correct on this here sight and with my life decisions.
November 28, 2025 at 2:18 PM
I just got followed by a UK based Tea Store, which means I must be doing something correct on this here sight and with my life decisions.
You mean to tell me there are teams that haven't taken care of their NBA Cup business yet?? Can't imagine what that would be like.
November 28, 2025 at 2:09 PM
You mean to tell me there are teams that haven't taken care of their NBA Cup business yet?? Can't imagine what that would be like.
There is something really quiant about Stan Van Gundy joining podcasts from his kitchen table.
November 27, 2025 at 5:56 PM
There is something really quiant about Stan Van Gundy joining podcasts from his kitchen table.
Raptors are 14-5.
Raptors 905 are 6-0.
We're locked in.
Raptors 905 are 6-0.
We're locked in.
November 27, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Raptors are 14-5.
Raptors 905 are 6-0.
We're locked in.
Raptors 905 are 6-0.
We're locked in.
22-0 run!! We're cooking!
November 27, 2025 at 2:07 AM
22-0 run!! We're cooking!
First 20 minutes: "The Raptors are playing some sloppy ball."
Final 4 minutes of half: "Hell yeah! This team rules!"
Final 4 minutes of half: "Hell yeah! This team rules!"
November 27, 2025 at 1:44 AM
First 20 minutes: "The Raptors are playing some sloppy ball."
Final 4 minutes of half: "Hell yeah! This team rules!"
Final 4 minutes of half: "Hell yeah! This team rules!"
Scottie wanted to do a very mean thing there.
November 27, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Scottie wanted to do a very mean thing there.
Reposted by Matt Shantz
The Starting Mo tation
November 27, 2025 at 12:02 AM
The Starting Mo tation
If Zach LaVine continues as his current average of -13 per game on the season, he will jump to 2nd worst all-time in just 27 more games.
November 26, 2025 at 9:26 PM
If Zach LaVine continues as his current average of -13 per game on the season, he will jump to 2nd worst all-time in just 27 more games.
Every interaction with the grandkids in A Man on the Inside is exceptional.
November 26, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Every interaction with the grandkids in A Man on the Inside is exceptional.
This is good. Read this good thing.
Raptors finding value in slowing down, navigating speed paradox
Raptors finding value in slowing down, navigating speed paradox
Going fast is fun but it comes with risks. A lesson the Raptors have already learned.
The post Raptors finding value in slowing down, navigating speed paradox first appeared on Raptors Republic.
dlvr.it
November 26, 2025 at 4:15 PM
This is good. Read this good thing.
Look at the joy on Steve's face when Nekias transitions to the Raptors. Pure elation.
November 26, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Look at the joy on Steve's face when Nekias transitions to the Raptors. Pure elation.
With biking season now finished, today was day 1 of using the new bus routes in Winnipeg. My new route isn't as convenient as my old one (I was truly spoiled with how perfect it was), but it'll still do the job.
November 26, 2025 at 2:14 PM
With biking season now finished, today was day 1 of using the new bus routes in Winnipeg. My new route isn't as convenient as my old one (I was truly spoiled with how perfect it was), but it'll still do the job.
I know every team has an off night, but if the Wizards hold on, this should count as 3 in the loss column for the Hawks. Shameful.
November 26, 2025 at 1:44 AM
I know every team has an off night, but if the Wizards hold on, this should count as 3 in the loss column for the Hawks. Shameful.
Important content alert.
November 25, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Important content alert.
Reposted by Matt Shantz
Final 3:30 of 2nd Q, Raps outscored Cavs 15-4
Final 5:40 of 3rd Q, Raps outscored Cavs 15-7
Final 4:30 of 4th Q, Raps outscored Cavs 7-0
IQ+Shead lineups to close 2nd and 4th. Scottie joined Ingram + bench to end 3rd
37-11 over crucial stretches in a game the Raptors won by 11
Final 5:40 of 3rd Q, Raps outscored Cavs 15-7
Final 4:30 of 4th Q, Raps outscored Cavs 7-0
IQ+Shead lineups to close 2nd and 4th. Scottie joined Ingram + bench to end 3rd
37-11 over crucial stretches in a game the Raptors won by 11
November 25, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Final 3:30 of 2nd Q, Raps outscored Cavs 15-4
Final 5:40 of 3rd Q, Raps outscored Cavs 15-7
Final 4:30 of 4th Q, Raps outscored Cavs 7-0
IQ+Shead lineups to close 2nd and 4th. Scottie joined Ingram + bench to end 3rd
37-11 over crucial stretches in a game the Raptors won by 11
Final 5:40 of 3rd Q, Raps outscored Cavs 15-7
Final 4:30 of 4th Q, Raps outscored Cavs 7-0
IQ+Shead lineups to close 2nd and 4th. Scottie joined Ingram + bench to end 3rd
37-11 over crucial stretches in a game the Raptors won by 11
Reposted by Matt Shantz
ANOTHER great game! What a close out. Loved JaKobe in that starting spot, and Shead as the closer. Tough games for a few guys but Ingram carried and the defence was pretty strong throughout.
November 25, 2025 at 3:45 AM
ANOTHER great game! What a close out. Loved JaKobe in that starting spot, and Shead as the closer. Tough games for a few guys but Ingram carried and the defence was pretty strong throughout.
Reposted by Matt Shantz
As role distributions for the Raptors go, "Hey Brandon, create our looks in the half-court, and hey Scottie, go just kind of be everywhere else" is pretty neat
November 25, 2025 at 2:25 AM
As role distributions for the Raptors go, "Hey Brandon, create our looks in the half-court, and hey Scottie, go just kind of be everywhere else" is pretty neat
Cavs are now 12-7 on the season. 3 of those losses are to the Raptors.
November 25, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Cavs are now 12-7 on the season. 3 of those losses are to the Raptors.
The level of fear Jamison Battle's shot inspires is a joy to behold.
November 25, 2025 at 2:03 AM
The level of fear Jamison Battle's shot inspires is a joy to behold.
Closing the first half on a 13-2 run. That's some beautiful Raptors basketball.
November 25, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Closing the first half on a 13-2 run. That's some beautiful Raptors basketball.
I'm finally getting to start season 2 of A Man on the Inside.
Let's ride!!!!
Let's ride!!!!
November 24, 2025 at 8:02 PM
I'm finally getting to start season 2 of A Man on the Inside.
Let's ride!!!!
Let's ride!!!!