Dowtin recorded nine points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, four assists and three steals across 29 minutes during Friday's 118-97 win over the Pistons.
Dowtin was given some extra run in an easy win with the Raptors missing Gary Trent (elbow), Precious Achiuwa (hamstring) and Scottie Barnes (wrist). The four assists and three steals both marked career highs for the second-year pro out of Rhode Island. He may stay in the rotation Sunday against the Wizards if the same trio of teammates remains sidelined.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Gets light run Wednesday
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Dowtin (ankle) played six minutes off the bench Wednesday in the Raptors' 118-114 loss to the Pacers, finishing with two points (1-1 FG) and no other statistics.
Dowtin, one of Toronto's two two-way players, missed the G League Raptors 905's most recent game Tuesday against the College Park Skyhawks due to a listed right ankle injury, but he was able to play through the issue for the shorthanded NBA squad Wednesday. Toronto ruled out six players due to injury ahead of the contest, enabling Dowtin to handle a light role off the bench behind backcourt starters Fred VanVleet and Will Barton. So long as Toronto gets one of Scottie Barnes (wrist) or Gary Trent (elbow) back for Friday's game against the Pistons, Dowtin could find himself back outside of head coach Nick Nurse's rotation.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: DNP with ankle injury
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Dowtin did not play during Tuesday's 111-104 win over College Park because of an ankle injury.
An injury to Dowtin's right ankle caused him to sit out the 905's latest win against College Park. It is unclear when he can return, but his next opportunity to play is against Greensboro on Friday.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: G League excellence continues
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Dowtin logged 24 points (10-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four assists, three rebounds, three blocks and three steals across 32 minutes during the 905's 127-108 win against the G League Ignite on Monday.
The 905 won their first three games of March. Dowtin averaged 21.3 points and 5.7 assists across the three-game span. Though those rates will worsen at least a little once Dalano Banton (thumb) returns from his injury, Dowtin's excellence is expected to continue until further notice.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Logs 21 points, nine assists
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Dowtin logged 21 points (9-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine assists and five rebounds across 33 minutes during the 905's 135-125 win against Fort Wayne on Thursday.
While part of the 905's roster, Dowtin is expected to be a significant scorer and their primary distributor. Currently, he is averaging 15.9 points and 6.0 assists across his 11 G League games this season.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Back to G League
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Toronto sent Dowtin to the G League's Raptors 905 on Wednesday, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Dowtin was available for Tuesday's win over the Bulls, but he didn't see any playing time for the first time over Toronto's past five games. He'll head back to the G League along with Joe Wieskamp, Christian Koloko, Dalano Banton and Ron Harper.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Logs 21 points, six assists
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Dowtin logged 21 points (8-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block across 33 minutes during the 905's 124-123 win over Westchester on Sunday.
Dowtin logged one assist across his two minutes during the Toronto Raptors' 123-105 win at Portland on Jan. 28. But since then, he has been part of their G League team. Dowtin is averaging 14.1 points and 5.5 assists per game in the G League.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Sevens galore for 905
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Dowtin logged seven points (3-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals across 33 minutes during the 905's 110-89 win Wednesday against Birmingham.
Dowtin logged zero points (0-2 FG) across five minutes during the Toronto Raptors' 125-116 loss Sunday against New York. After said defeat, they sent him to their G League team. Dowtin is not expected to stay there long but should be recording more efficient outputs than the one he had Wednesday. Still, he could be an all-around option for the 905 while away from their NBA affiliate.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Great line for 905
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Dowtin logged 12 points (5-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists, four rebounds and three steals across 25 minutes during the 905's 122-119 win Monday versus Capital City.
After they used Dowtin for two minutes on Jan. 6 against New York, the Toronto Raptors sent him to their G League team. Dowtin's versatile line helped the 905 log a second win across their last five games. If the guard continues being part of the 905, he will be valued but is expected to have a tough time starting in place of either Dalano Banton or Saben Lee.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Recalled by Raptors
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Dowtin has been recalled by the Raptors and is available for Friday's game versus the Nets, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
The Raptors are hurting for backcourt depth Friday with OG Anunoby (hip) and Gary Trent (quad) both out, so the club has recalled Dowtin for reinforcements. He may not have a huge role in the contest, but Dowtin does have a 10-point showing under his belt earlier this season.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Tallies double-double
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Dowtin racked up 18 points (7-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 assists, five rebounds, a steal and a block over 35 minutes Saturday versus the Skyhawks.
Dowtin continues to display why the Raptors inked him to a two-way contract, contributing in every category during Saturday's contest. Dowtin hasn't played a ton on the NBA level, but he's averaging 21.1 points, 7.3 assists and 3.8 rebounds in his eight appearances with 905.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Another big G League effort
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Dowtin compiled 25 points (9-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 assists, six rebounds and a steal over 42 minutes Monday versus Long Island.
Dowtin continues to dominate his G league opposition and has even produced a bit on the NBA level when called upon. He's still likely to see most of his playing time with 905, with whom he's averaged 22.0 points, 6.6 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals over 36.6 minutes through his first five appearances.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Rare production in win
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Dowtin closed Monday's game against the Pistons with four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one block over 15 minutes.
Dowtin hadn't made an appearance for the Raptors since Nov. 2 against the Spurs, and he'd totaled just eight minutes heading into Monday's matchup. However, he was forced into more action than usual with Fred VanVleet (illness) and Gary Trent (hip) out. Dowtin made the most of his opportunity and managed to contribute across the board, though such chances figure to be few and far between.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Rejoins Raptors
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Dowtin was recalled by the Raptors on Saturday, Blake Murphy of The Athletic reports.
Dowtin has logged a total of eight minutes in his two appearances for Toronto this season, but he'll provide some backcourt depth Saturday with Fred VanVleet (illness) questionable. Dowtin has averaged 20.8 points, 5.8 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 2.3 blocks-plus-steals over 35.4 minutes per game in his four showings with Toronto's G League affiliate.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Starts season on high note
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Dowtin collected 28 points (10-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six assists, three rebounds and a steal over 35 minutes in Saturday's opener versus Captial City.
While Dowtin checked in second on the team in shot attempts behind Reggie Perry, he was more efficient than Perry and led the game in scoring. Dowtin looks set to be a primary option for scoring with the G League Raptors this season.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Scores four points in season debut
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Dowtin had four points (2-2 FG), one rebound and one assist in five minutes during Monday's 139-109 win over the Hawks.
Dowtin made his first appearance of the season in Monday's blowout win. As long as Toronto's backcourt remains relatively healthy, Dowtin is unlikely to see any minutes in non-blowouts.
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Raptors' Jeff Dowtin: Nabs two-way deal from Toronto
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Dowtin and the Raptors agreed Tuesday on a two-way contract, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Toronto has already extended one of its two-way spots to undrafted rookie Ron Harper, so before Dowtin's two-way contract becomes official, the team will likely have to rescind its qualifying offer to restricted free agent David Johnson, who finished the 2021-22 season on a two-way deal. Dowtin saw NBA action with the Warriors, Bucks and Magic last season, appearing in nine contests while averaging 2.1 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 12.0 minutes per contest.
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Magic's Jeff Dowtin: Contract not renewed
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Dowtin's 10-day contract with the Magic expired on April 1 has not been renewed.
Dowtin appeared in four games for the NBA club from March 23-30, but the Magic opted not to sign him to another 10-day deal over the weekend. Dowtin returned to the Lakeland Magic of the G League and played in Saturday's win over Maine, finishing with 15 points, six assists, three rebounds and three steals in 34 minutes.
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Magic's Jeff Dowtin: Solid production in win
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Dowtin registered 15 points (6-16 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six assists, three rebounds and three steals in 34 minutes during Saturday's 121-118 win over the Maine Celtics.
Dowtin finished with at least 15 points and five assists for the 13th time this season. He also tied his season high with three steals, a mark he's reached five times. Across 18 appearances with Lakeland, the 24-year-old is averaging 21.5 points, 6.4 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 34.0 minutes per game.
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Magic's Jeff Dowtin: Joins Orlando on 10-day pact
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Dowtin signed a 10-day contract with Orlando on Tuesday, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.
Orlando marks the third NBA stop of the season for Dowtin, who previously appeared in five games between the Warriors and Bucks earlier in the campaign. Since Dowtin previously attended training camp with Orlando on an Exhibit 10 deal, the organization retained his G League rights, allowing him to play regularly for the Lakeland Magic when his 10-day deal with the Bucks expired in January. Over 21 games (20 starts) in the G League this season, the 6-foot-3 guard has averaged 21.3 points, 6.1 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 33.9 minutes per contest.
