The 19-year-old Dick was asked if he’s had much contact with Raptors guard Fred VanVleet, who played collegiately in Dick’s hometown for the Wichita State Shockers. The story had struck a chord with Dick’s dad, who wanted his son to gain motivation from VanVleet’s basketball journey. Dick left little doubt about how important family is to him. “We’re a close-knit family,” Dick said. Dick and his family arrived in Toronto on Friday evening to familiarize themselves with the city.

Source: thestar June 27, 2023 00:02 UTC