One bright spot for the inconsistent Toronto Raptors this season is newly-acquired Linas Kleiza. The 6-8 Lithuanian has been delivering the goods for the Raptors ever since head coach Jay Triano has assigned him the starting small-forward position. Kleiza, who played four seasons with the Denver Nuggets, is currently submitting norms of 11.0 ppg and 4.6 rpg in 26 games, including 10 starts, so far this campaign. Kleiza, who is turning 26 on January 3, says being healthy is the key to his improved play, according to the Toronto Sun.
“It’s better to feel tired than rested (from sitting on the bench). Of course, when you don’t play too well, the team doesn’t do too well, of course you’re down on yourself. I’m not going to stand here and say: ‘Hey I was happy with the way I played.’ All you can do is work hard and try to improve the things you need to improve. I’m healthy now and turning the corner, good things are ahead.”
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