e. He closed his NBA chapter after the 2019-20 season, then continued his career in Italy with Virtus Bologna, cementing a lasting legacy as a dependable shooter who could swing games in bursts.

Belinelli’s journey touched many stops—Toronto, New Orleans (Hornets), Chicago, Spurs, Sacramento, Charlotte, Atlanta and Philadelphia—each adding layers to a career defined by shooting efficiency and playoff experience. For fantasy minds, his retirement isn’t a direct roster concern, but it underscores the enduring value of 3-and-D wings who can provide scoring bursts off the bench. His path also illustrates how European talents transition to the NBA and how that profile can influence the importance of floor-spacing in today’s lineups.

In a landscape that increasingly prizes 3-point gravity and bench versatility, Belinelli’s legacy serves as a reminder of the payoff from players who can space the floor, defend multiple positions, and answer the bell in big moments. The Spurs’ 2014 championship era remains a touchstone for bench-shooting efficiency, and Belinelli’s career offers a blueprint for evaluating similar players in fantasy leagues and in the international-to-NBA pipeline at large.

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Bobby Webster’s contract extension makes him Toronto’s immutable head of basketball operations, with no president to replace Masai Ujiri. MLSE stressed in-house leadership, signaling stability and a clear plan to continue roster-building and culture work. The move follows a summer review of external candidates and reinforces Webster’s leadership as the franchise eyes sustained competitiveness.

The piece highlights Webster’s role in crafting the 2019 title roster and a current core that includes Scottie Barnes and other talents, while noting friction rumors surrounding Ujiri. Expect continuity in player development, identity, and front-office strategy as the Raptors navigate a competitive landscape without a formal president.

Overall, the Raptors’ path under Webster emphasiz

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