Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Game 1: Toronto Raptors at Philadelphia Seventy Sixers


Chris Bosh forgets about defense.

Philadelphia Seventy Sixers start there season tonight by taking on the Toronto Raptors at home.  Last year, the Raptors dominated the Sixers, taking three out of four games.

If you compare last year's versions of both squads, there is a major upgrade for both teams. The Sixers added Elton Brand, which gives them a legitimate low post threat and someone they can look to if the game switches from a running game to the half court. It also bolsters up there defense.

The Raptors took Jermaine O'Neal off of the Pacers' hands, which gives them a defense oriented center who can score, a huge upgrade over Rasho Nestoveric.

Tonight's game airs on Comcast SportsNet and on WIP 610AM.