the team needed a shooter and they drafted one. he has length which will fit with the defensive gameplan. hopefully we get whats advertised. it'll bump assists up for the whole team when there's a guy you can pass to for that open 3. thinking about the future, he and scottie could grow some chemistry since scottie likes to pass the ball.
Gradey dick is my new favourite raptor. The last time I had excitement over a rookie like this, was when we drafted DeMar DeRozan at number nine. There was just something about demar, I just knew he was going to be a good player and work hard. I have the same feeling for Gradey
This is a match made in heaven because we needed him and he needed us. Chev touched up on something very important too about him pushing Gary to evolve his game a little more and keep his spot on the roster as the best shooter on the team. We still don't know if Otto Porter would've been the best shooter on the team had he not gotten hurt, so now we're going to have three shooters next season with Otto, Gary, and Gradey. We should go from one of the worst shooting teams in the entire league to maybe at least top 15 with our new offensive system as well. Some of the games that we lost due to bad shooting performances will turn into wins this season and I love that as Gradey's upside is looking great. Somebody actually said his upside could be a top 30 player in this league if healthy and continues to develop the right way. The skies the limit for this kid.
He's a gamer and professional shooter. Love the fit. Got to see him play to have any real idea of how it all works, but Scottie + Shooting is what we need
Many championship teams have a sniper. Think big shot Bob (Housten), Ray Allen (Miami – he was a shooter at this time), Steve Kerr (Chicago), etc. "IF" Darko enforces ball movement Gradey will help. Fingers crossed Fred leaves so Darko can really transform this team.
#NBAChev FO never leaks, no leaks that we worked out #Gradey#Dick here in Toronto.. Lots of other players/agents talked about working out in Toronto.. Bobby said we worked out about 20 players, that's to hide our serious interests…Like you I thought he would be a nice fit with Scottie to grow with. I never wanted those other guards because they would be competing with Scottie.. We need to get back to Raptor's culture and team ball… Excited for Summer league to see #Marquis#Nowell setup his teammate #Gradey#Dick .. If Gradey is good now, Pascal and Scottie would benefit with spacing in addition to GTJr, and OG…
I felt like the cards fell into place. I mean Hood-Schifino, Kobe Bufkin, Dick, Keyonte George were all available when we picked. Personally George was my favorite but Dick is definitely a SHARP shooter and Raps needed that bad.
I think he is a player who will struggle a lot as the speed of the game will disrupt his shot and he’s just a terrible defender. Raps fan will say he’s the next Lebron and after one year the next 2nd rounder will be hailed as the best prospect since Jordan and Kareem combined.
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the team needed a shooter and they drafted one. he has length which will fit with the defensive gameplan. hopefully we get whats advertised. it'll bump assists up for the whole team when there's a guy you can pass to for that open 3. thinking about the future, he and scottie could grow some chemistry since scottie likes to pass the ball.
Him and Scottie on socials are guna be comedy. Both their styles complement each other. I’ll take team chem over wuda cuda shuda wish we drafted.
Good player im not calling him dick tho his name GD 😂😂
Vibes are back baby
@Chev I hear that his shooting coach is Lethal Shooter.
Dick certainly has the length and size to make the right move under pressure
his get up worn at the draft was inspired he said by the WIZARD OF OZ ……so i guess we need to hang the nickname on him ……OZZIE
Slim Gradey needs to put on a few pounds to be more effective imo.
80 inches of Dick at 200lbs is almost Chris Boucher territory
Gradey Dick Scouting Report | 2023 NBA Draft Breakdowns
This might be controversial but I believe every team should have at least one white guy. Just saying.
I think a trade is coming with this pick
Great video.
Gradey dick is my new favourite raptor. The last time I had excitement over a rookie like this, was when we drafted DeMar DeRozan at number nine. There was just something about demar, I just knew he was going to be a good player and work hard. I have the same feeling for Gradey
This is a match made in heaven because we needed him and he needed us. Chev touched up on something very important too about him pushing Gary to evolve his game a little more and keep his spot on the roster as the best shooter on the team. We still don't know if Otto Porter would've been the best shooter on the team had he not gotten hurt, so now we're going to have three shooters next season with Otto, Gary, and Gradey. We should go from one of the worst shooting teams in the entire league to maybe at least top 15 with our new offensive system as well. Some of the games that we lost due to bad shooting performances will turn into wins this season and I love that as Gradey's upside is looking great. Somebody actually said his upside could be a top 30 player in this league if healthy and continues to develop the right way. The skies the limit for this kid.
The kid has two older brothers.PURE COMPETITION ALL THE TIME>>>ANDD THE BOYY GOOOD AT ALL SPORTS >>>HE WOULDT LACK ON THE MOUNT ahhahaahhaah
All I know is that MLSE needs to give masai another bag make sure this man is locked up. Give him some ownership ffs we need this man
He's a gamer and professional shooter. Love the fit. Got to see him play to have any real idea of how it all works, but Scottie + Shooting is what we need
Solid pick, his game is legit.
Better austin reeves he might be in 3pt contest as a rookie 😂
NBA guards taken at pick No. 13:
2014: Zach LaVine
2015: Devin Booker
2017: Donovan Mitchell
2019: Tyler Herro
2023: Gradey Dick
Many championship teams have a sniper. Think big shot Bob (Housten), Ray Allen (Miami – he was a shooter at this time), Steve Kerr (Chicago), etc. "IF" Darko enforces ball movement Gradey will help. Fingers crossed Fred leaves so Darko can really transform this team.
Great take on sitting at 13th spot not too high not too low..🇨🇦
#NBAChev FO never leaks, no leaks that we worked out #Gradey #Dick here in Toronto.. Lots of other players/agents talked about working out in Toronto.. Bobby said we worked out about 20 players, that's to hide our serious interests…Like you I thought he would be a nice fit with Scottie to grow with. I never wanted those other guards because they would be competing with Scottie.. We need to get back to Raptor's culture and team ball… Excited for Summer league to see #Marquis #Nowell setup his teammate #Gradey #Dick .. If Gradey is good now, Pascal and Scottie would benefit with spacing in addition to GTJr, and OG…
#Raptors #WeTheNorth chip planning
I like this kid and I can’t wait to see him and Scottie in action! Should be a blast!
I felt like the cards fell into place. I mean Hood-Schifino, Kobe Bufkin, Dick, Keyonte George were all available when we picked. Personally George was my favorite but Dick is definitely a SHARP shooter and Raps needed that bad.
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I think he is a player who will struggle a lot as the speed of the game will disrupt his shot and he’s just a terrible defender. Raps fan will say he’s the next Lebron and after one year the next 2nd rounder will be hailed as the best prospect since Jordan and Kareem combined.
You all got one. Gradey is gonna grow on Raptors fans who don't like the pick. His shot is money. Y'all gonna love Gradey D in no time!