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Scottie Barnes Strategy Change Could Save Raptors Season

The Toronto Raptors are 5-1 this season when Scottie Barnes has 10 or more assists. Twice this season, Barnes has gone a step further by notching a triple-double.

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Raptors Injury News: Quickley doubtful, Poeltl and Ingram questionable vs. Clippers

A number of Toronto Raptors starters have their status up in the air for a late-night game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Immanuel Quickley has been

Jakob Poeltl News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 25

3 Scenarios For Jakob Poeltl's Future With Raptors

Jakob Poeltl has been possibly the most polarizing player on the Toronto Raptors roster this season. Poeltl has played in about half of the team's games so far this season, which doesn't look good considering the fact that he signed a contract extension over the offseason.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 25

Eastern Conference Playoff Race: What Raptors Need to Avoid Play-In Tournament

The Toronto Raptors only have a handful of games left in their regular season schedule, making every contest down the stretch incredibly critical. The

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least five three-pointers in at least 60 NBA games can you name in six minutes?

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NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 25

Raptors Seek Revenge vs. Clippers in Final Game of Road Trip

The Toronto Raptors are visiting the Los Angeles Clippers at 10:30 p.m. ET inside the Intuit Dome. Fans can watch the game on TSN Sports or stream it on NBA League Pass.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / March 25

Ja’Kobe Walter adds intrigue in what was a predictable Raptors season

The NBA landscape is populated by different classes. There are rich teams and there are penny-pinchers. Some rise above expectations to reach great heights, both of the temporary and permanent kind.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 24

Contending Raptors, Clippers out to boost playoff positioning

The Toronto Raptors close out a pivotal, five-game road trip on Wednesday against a Los Angeles Clippers team jockeying for positioning in the Western Conference postseason race.

NBA News / The Predictors / March 24

Raptors down Jazz 143-127

RJ Barrett scored 27 points and Sandro Mamukelashvili added 23 as the Toronto Raptors rolled past the Utah Jazz 143-127 on Monday night. Toronto snapped a two-game skid in emphatic fashion, using a dominant second half to pull away while maintaining its hold on fifth place in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 24

East Notes: Sixers, Paul George, Raptors, Markelle Fultz, Nets

Sixers forward Paul George served the 25th and final game of his suspension on Monday, making him eligible to return on Wednesday vs. Chicago. Head coach Nick Nurse said George has “conditioned hard” during his absence and indicated there are no concerns about a ramp-up period, per Derek Bodner of PHLY Sports.

Toronto Raptors News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Has Ja’Kobe Walter Become an Important Piece for the Raptors?

The Toronto Raptors entered this season focused on development and finding long-term pieces around their core. While much of the attention has been on players like Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram, another name has quietly entered the conversation: Ja’Kobe Walter.

Markelle Fultz News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 24

What Raptors Are Getting by Signing No. 1 Pick Markelle Fultz

The Toronto Raptors are filling the final spot on their roster by signing former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz to a 10-day contract. Fultz was with Raptors 905 in the G League, making six appearances with the team since Mar.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Raptors Republic / March 24

Raptors flex their muscles on Jazz in blowout victory

As the NBA season winds down, the teams without playoff hopes begin to shift to tank mode. Star players are sidelined, regular rotation players are sidelined, all in an effort to make sure they lose the game and improve their lottery odds.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 24

Five Numbers to Know From Raptors Victory vs. Jazz

The Toronto Raptors are back in the saddle after beating the Utah Jazz 143-127 inside the Delta Center. Here's a look at five numbers from the box score that stood out in the win over the Jazz.

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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 24

Does Ja’Kobe Walter make a Raptors’ starter expendable?

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm. From Louis’ piece: “Similarly, Ja’Kobe Walter was dynamite. He was hunting space around the arc when he didn’t have the ball so he could get up triples.

RJ Barrett News / Raptors Nation / March 25

RJ Barrett Leads Raptors’ Shooting Surge In 143-127 Win Over Jazz

RJ Barrett scored 27 points and helped power a high-efficiency offensive display as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Utah Jazz 143-127 on Monday night.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 24

Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic reveals level of concern for Brandon Ingram’s injury

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram was a last-minute scratch in their game against the Utah Jazz on Monday due to heel inflammation. But even without him, the Raptors claimed the easy win, 143-127, at Delta Center.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 24

Raptors shoot 61% from field is demolishing of Jazz

RJ Barrett scored 27 points and Sandro Mamukelashvili added 23 as the visiting Toronto Raptors snapped a two-game losing skid with a 143-127 win over the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Monday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 23

Jazz rookie Ace Bailey joins elite company after career-high game

Even with most believing the Utah Jazz have been focused more on the future than on this season all year, their rookie sensation guard Ace Bailey has been busy showing why future success may come sooner than some think. At just 19, Bailey has already etched his name in NBA history.

Daniss Jenkins' career game leads Pistons to big win over Lakers

LeBron James’ chances of staying with Lakers may be increasing

Draymond Green responds to diss from ex-Lakers champion

Pacers' Pascal Siakam stuffs Paolo Banchero at buzzer to send Magic to fifth straight loss

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Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Wire / March 23

Raptors signing former No. 1 pick Markelle Fultz to 10-day deal

The Raptors are signing veteran guard Markelle Fultz to a 10-day contract, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Toronto had an open roster spot, so no move is needed.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23

Former No. 1 overall pick is returning to the NBA

A former No. 1 overall pick is getting the chance to return to the NBA, at least for a brief stint.

Raptors coach calls out entire team after Brandon Ingram’s stinker against the Suns

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Toronto Raptors News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Raptors Announce Jakob Poeltl, Immanuel Quickley Injury Updates Before Jazz Game

As the Toronto Raptors prepare for their matchup against the Utah Jazz, the team has received key updates ahead of the game. The Raptors have been one of the stronger teams in the Eastern Conference this season, currently sitting as the No.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 23

Raptors Roundup: How should we evaluate this season?

Welcome to Raptors Roundup! A weekly recap of everything going on in the world of the Toronto Raptors. This has been a strange Raptors’ season, and while

Brandon Ingram News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23

Raptors coach calls out entire team after Brandon Ingram’s stinker against the Suns

The Toronto Raptors couldn’t handle the banged-up Phoenix Suns on Sunday, partly because Brandon Ingram had one of those brutal outings. Ingram is averaging

Scottie Barnes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 23

Raptors’ Scottie Barnes shows support for struggling teammate after loss to Suns

The Toronto Raptors have fallen in the Eastern Conference standings, as they have failed to keep up with the top four teams in the conference. Losses like the one they suffered on Sunday night against the Phoenix Suns, 120-98, won’t do much to help further their cause.

Toronto Raptors News / BasketballNews.com / March 21

Raptors built on culture. What comes next?

For years, the Toronto Raptors have prided themselves on culture. It was never just about talent or star power. It was about identity, accountability, and a belief that development could bridge the gap between good and great.