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Report: Ross adjusting well to backup role

The Toronto Raptors signed DeMarre Carroll to upgrade the small forward position, which shifted Terrence Ross to the backup spot. So far, Ross is adjusting well to the new role. From Mike Ganter of the Toronto Sun:

    "There is a confidence and a comfort about Ross already this year that wasn’t there a year ago. And it was apparent even in training camp as he took his turn addressing the media, something we are pretty sure he would pay money to avoid if that were an option. Ross, though, surprised those with his candour and the way he engaged in that setting. Again, it may be the least favourite part of his work duties. But he was good. He was different than in the past. He was asked about these subtle changes after Sunday's game. Part of it is health, he explained. Ross is no longer limited by bone spurs in his ankle, which keep him from doing the things he wanted to do a year ago. But part of it too, and not even Ross is sure which part is bigger, is his role is clearly defined this year and he’s happy in it."

Ross started 62 out of 81 games in 2013-14 and 61 of 82 games in 2014-15. Ross is eligible to sign an extension up to the Nov. 2 deadline, however the Raptors will likey wait and deal with him as a restricted free agent in July. Ross still has an important role as he should be Toronto's Sixth-Man in 2015-16.

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