Game 66: Raptors at Pelicans!

Come At Us Brow!

• After a few tough losses against Detroit and Houston, the Raptors head back out on the road to New Orleans and take on the pesky Pelicans
• It's no secret at this point that Anthony Davis wants out of New Orleans. The trade deadline has come and gone however and he remains a Pelican. Though the whole fiasco cost GM Dell Demps his job, it's likely that Davis will be dealt over the Summer.
• Jrue Holiday, who is have a great year and absolutely torched the Raptors last time, is listed as out due to an abdominal strain. Also out for the Pels is E'Twaun Moore with Jahill Okafor listed as questionable. Only Fred Van Vleet is out for the Raptors

Tonight's Raptor Track!

Muddy Waters - "Louisiana Blues"

A legendary Bluesman gives us tonight's Raptors Track. Muddy Waters, real name McKinley Morganfield is often cited as the "Father Of Chicago Blues". After countless Grammys, Blues Foundation Awards and an induction into the Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame he passed away in 1983 at the age of 70.

Tonight's Game Day Drink!

Pink Lady

It is International Women's Day, so let's celebrate the ladies with a Pink Lady!  Which consists of Gin, an egg white and 4 dashes of Grenadine!

Raptors 2nd in East! 46-19! Pelicans 12th in West 30-37!

Game 14: Pelicans at Raptors!

The Wind Under Their Wings

• Raptors are back in action after defeating the New York Knicks on Saturday. Though it was a quiet game from Kawhi Leonard, Kyle Lowry and Serge Ibaka, Toronto still found a way to get the win. Their bench gave them some impressive numbers from players like Jonas Valanciunas, OG Anunoby and Delon Wright. Pascal Siakam had a phenomenal night which included 3 made 3pt shots. He is your Eastern Conference Player Of The Week
• The Pelicans lost DeMarcus Cousins in the off season to Golden State. Though they did pick up a talented big man in Julius Randle who the Lakers let walk. Jrue Holiday and Anthony "The Brow" Davis are also capable of having All-Star nights.
• Nikola Mirotic is a day-to-day decision due to a sore ankle and Elfrid Payton is likely out as well with an ankle. He's a game time decision

Tonight's Raptor Track!

The Nits - "Pelican and Penguin"

Nits are a Dutch pop-band out of Amsterdam. Formed in 1974, their career has spanned over 40 years as their latest album was released in 2017. "Pelican and Penguin" was from their 1987 album In The Dutch Mountains

Tonight's Game Day Drink!

The Screaming Pelican

Created at the Ritz-Carleton in Aruba...which is a Dutch territory....hmmm I wonder if the Pelican has some sort of significance over there. This drink is pretty danged fruity and pretty danged tasty

Raptors first in the East 12-1!  Pelicans eleventh in the West 6-6!

Preseason Game 5: Pelicans at Raptors!

Finish Strong!

• It's the final game of the Preseason for the Raptors as they welcome the New Orleans Pelicans to Toronto, but don't get too excited as neither team is broadcasting the game
• Though Kyle Lowry got ejected last night and Kawhi Leonard struggled to find his shot, the team looked great on the defensive end with the team finishing with 14 blocks and 7 steals in total
• A nice moment for Montreal born Chris Boucher, as he got a rousing ovation when he subbed into the game and again when he sank two 3 pointers for the Raptors
• The Pelicans lost DeMarcus Cousins in the offseason as he signed with the Golden State Warriors, but for the most part their team looks the same with most of their offense going through All Star centre Anthony Davis.
• The Pelicans also signed former Laker Julius Randle in the offseason. Look for him to become a dominant threat for New Orleans as well

Tonight's Raptor Track!

Dropkick Murphys - "Gonna Be A Blackout Tonight"

I'll save the New Orleans/Pelican themed songs for the regular season. Since there is no broadcast of the game tonight, it's basically a black out. Go out and live dammit!! Regular season starts Wednesday!

Tonight's Game Day Drink!

Blackout Stout

Brought to us by the Great Lakes Brewery, they call it a Russian Imperial Stout and say that it's dark and bold as power-less metropolis!

Raptors Preseason Record 3-1! Pelicans Preseason Record 0-4!

Game 14: Raptors at Pelicans!

These guys again!!? Raptors are hoping the high from ending the Rockets' winning streak carries into tonight's game as they stop off in New Orleans to take on the Pelicans, for the second time in less than a week.

• It's the first back-to-back for the Raptors tonight as they also played and won last night in Houston. Pelicans did not play. We'll see if that helps or hinders
• OG Anunoby started in the place of the injured Norman Powell and he had quite a game. He is looking more and more like the steal of the draft when the Raptors selected him at #23 in the 2017 draft
• Rajon Rondo will likely play tonight after missing Thursday's game due to injury. He's a dangerous player who has the ability to take advantage of this road weary Raptors team

Tonight's Raptor Track!

Gary "US" Bonds - ''New Orleans"

This is one of this Rock n' Roll legends more popular songs. Gary "US" Bonds was known for his energetic jazz style of performing. He's got countless albums to his name and even guest starred in the ill-fated Blues Brothers 2000.

Tonight's Game Day Drink!

Old New Orleans Cajun Spiced Rum

Cajuns love their spicy food, spicy music and spicy women. Why not add spicy liquor to that mix? Old New Orleans Spiced Rum has a kick of cayenne and cinammon, hints of nutmeg, ginger and cloves. Yum?

Raptors 4th in East 8-5! Pelicans 5th in West 8-6!

Game 64: Raptors at Pelicans!

Wait, I thought we already played DeMarcus Cousins twice this season....this isn't fair,,,,

• It's game 2 of a 5 game road swing for The Raptors and they'll have their work cut out for them. Still no Kyle Lowry and DeMarre Caroll turned his ankle Saturday against Milwaukee so he's out for tonight.
• Everyone is saying that the Raptors won the trade deadline by adding Serge Ibaka and PJ Tucker. But New Orleans acquired DeMarcus Cousins from Sacramento for Buddy Heild and a few picks. Not too shabby.
• Last time these two teams played JV and Norman Powell had big nights. Powell even got a poster dunk on Anthony Davis, you can bet that the Pelicans are going to be amped up for Toronto tonight

Tonight's Raptor Track!

The Jacksons - "Blame It On The Boogie"

I don't know why Cousins' nickname is "Boogie". As a Raptors fan I always knew Alvin Williams as "Boogie". Ah well...how many T-Bone's have you known in your life? or Deaners? So many Deaners.

Raptors 4th in the East 37-26! Pelicans 13th in the West 25-39!

Game 49: Pelicans at Raptors!

It's official the Raptors have lost 2nd place to the Celtics. To get it back they're going to need some big games, and get some big W's. Like tonight when we get our first glimpse of the New Orleans Pelicans

• This is the first time in a while where the Raptors play the Pelicans and Anthony Davis is actually healthy. Jonas and Bebe will definitely have their hands full guarding the big All-Star. At least this means that Alexis Ajinca might not have a big game against us.
• Easy come easy go. DeRozan came back for a game against the Magic but struggled. So it appears he'll be sitting for 2 more games. Hope he gets healthy soon and this ankle injury doesn't linger
• Pelicans will be without Tyreke Evans, former rookie of the year, looks like he'll be sitting for a night of rest instead and Quincy Pondexter is also out for New Orleans

Tonight's Raptor Track!

The Maccabees - "Pelican"

Formed in London, UK in 2004 The Maccabees have 4 studio albums to date. They went with one of my ace tips for picking a band name. Open the Bible to a random page and pick a word from that. If you're a metal band you can also use the Monstrous Manual from Dungeons & Dragons if you want. The song "Pelican" comes from their 3rd album Given To The Wild.

Raptors 3rd in the East 29-19! Pelicans 11th in West 19-29!