Game Notes: Raptors at Mavs

by Justin Walsh Saturday, November 7 was an interesting day in basketball. Layups were made, jumpers were taken, balls bouncing, Allen Iverson leaves a team because of the roster makeup… You know, the usual. In more relevant news, the Toronto Raptors flew down to Dallas to take on the Mavs. Pre-Game – About 75 minutes before game time, it’s announced that Josh Howard will finally return to the lineup. Rick Carlisle is hesitant to give any real indication of how much playing time he will receive. Case in point: (When asked for a ball-park figure of how many minutes he’ll see) “We’ll see… I think the most important thing about this is that he’s gone through one process, having two surgeries in one day, with basically a six-month rehab. And now he’s working to get back on the floor again. I think it’s important to make sure expectations are tempered. We’re excited to see how it goes. It’s also going to a new position [playing the 2 guard with Marion at the 3].” Classic Car...