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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / July 14

Is Nate Bittle what the Raptors have been searching years for?

Samson Folk details Nate Bittle’s performance on the Raptors. From the QR‘s: “Nate Bittle | Grade: C+ 19 MIN, 9 PTS, 6 REB, 2 AST, 1 STL, 1 BLK, 4-7 FG, 1-4 3PT, 0-0 FT, 2 TO, 0 +/- It was good to see Bittle stay confident from deep, especially after missing his first few attempts.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

NBA is investigating another Kawhi Leonard sponsorship deal

The NBA’s investigation into a potentially fraudulent Leonard sponsorship deal has expanded to look into multiple suspicious issues.

Heat legend rips 'not cool' Tyler Herro over Bam Adebayo comments

Bulls' Caleb Wilson continues strong Summer League for top NBA top rookies

Wizards make AJ Dybantsa decision after stellar Summer League play

Peyton Watson is being linked to one surprising new team

Micky Arison named chairman of NBA’s Board of Governors

Allen Graves News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 14

Why Rookie Allen Graves Will Contribute Right Away for Raptors

Toronto Raptors rookie Allen Graves is getting acclimated to the NBA in the Las Vegas Summer League. Graves has shown flashes of why the Raptors selected him with the No.

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Chucky Hepburn News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 14

Chucky Hepburn is Turning Heads for Raptors at Summer League

Toronto Raptors guard Chucky Hepburn embodies what the Las Vegas Summer League is all about. Hepburn is on a two-way contract with the Raptors after going undrafted last year and he is getting an opportunity to prove that he belongs at the next level.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Allen Graves News / Raptors Republic / July 13

Graves’ hustle helps Raptors eke out win over Pacers

As the Raptors remained without Summer League roster headliners Collin Murray-Boyles and Alijah Martin on Monday, and Chucky Hepburn missed his first game in Las Vegas with knee soreness, the Raptors’ other marquee player — 19th overall selection Allen Graves — remained as advertised.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13

Sandro Mamukelashvili reveals his twist on Kobe Bryant’s ‘Mamba Mentality’

Looking to boost their frontcourt depth, the Los Angeles Lakers signed Sandro Mamukelashvili as a free agent this offseason. While nothing is anywhere close to being set in stone, the incoming six-year veteran forward is a prime candidate to start at power forward this upcoming season.

RJ Barrett News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 13

The Most Tradeable Contracts on the Toronto Raptors

After bringing back Kawhi Leonard, the Toronto Raptors have immediately positioned themselves as a top team in the Eastern Conference. However, this doesn't mean the front office in Toronto is done making moves.

Collin Murray-Boyles News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 13

One Young Player Who Should Be Thrilled About the Raptors Offseason

Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles is someone that can completely transform the franchise someday. Murray-Boyles is fresh off a rookie campaign in which he proved exactly why the Raptors selected him with the No.

Hedo Turkoglu News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 12

The Biggest Free Agent Mistake in Raptors History

It's been 17 years since the Toronto Raptors made a splash in free agency that they almost certainly regret. It was a smart move at the time to sign Hedo Turkoglu fresh off of his trip to the NBA Finals with the Orlando Magic, but things did not work out as they were intended.

Allen Graves News / Raptors Republic / July 12

The Raptors are searching for diamonds at Summer League

From Louis’ QR: “Allen Graves | Grade: B It was a quiet game, though he found his way to impact in a variety of paths. The hands remain an insane weapon, as he picked a pocket within the first minute or two of the game.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Allen Graves News / Raptors Republic / July 11

Allen Graves Dominated his Summer League Debut (Film Breakdown)

Samson Folk breaks down Allen Graves’ Summer League debut. From Louis’ piece: “The Raptors finally got out in transition in end the first half with a lineup that featured all of Hepburn, Bradley, and Graves.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 10

Raptors set one condition to complete controversial Kawhi Leonard trade

Despite all the controversy, the Raptors still want the Kawhi Leonard deal to go through. But some things need to change, obviously.

NBA has potential mess on its hands as Kawhi Leonard trade put on hold

NBA nixes Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors pending investigation in Clippers

Former Spurs Staffer Confirms Gregg Popovich Refused To Trade Kawhi Leonard To Lakers In 2018

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Kawhi Leonard News / Yardbarker / July 10

NBA has potential mess on its hands as Kawhi Leonard trade put on hold

The reports of Kawhi Leonard being traded to the Toronto Raptors were premature.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 9

Raptors Expected To Hire Stephen Silas As Assistant Coach

Although head coach Darko Rajakovic and several of his assistants received four-year contract extensions earlier in the offseason, the Raptors‘ staff will be undergoing a few changes this offseason, according to Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca, who reports that the team is expected to hire Stephen Silas as an assistant coach.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Jimmy Butler sends message after Kyle Lowry's retirement news

While Butler remains focused on returning healthy at some point next season, one of his closest friends and former teammates officially brought his own NBA career to an end.

Kyle Lowry wraps up 20-year NBA career as a Raptors all-time great

Kawhi Leonard makes a grand gesture at Kyle Lowry’s retirement

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