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Raptors win streak leads to surprise NBA power rankings update

The Toronto Raptors are stacking wins in the Eastern Conference, hoping to remain one of the top teams to beat. The team has gone 3-1 on their current home stand and will look for a fourth win against the Atlanta Hawks, whom they beat already over the weekend.

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Raptors Roundup: The power of Barrett, midrange wizardry, and the Comeback Kids

Welcome to Raptors Roundup! A weekly recap of everything going on in the world of the Toronto Raptors. New year, new Raptors? If Saturday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks is a representation of the 2026 Raptors, then this is going to be an excellent year.

RJ Barrett News / Raptors Republic / January 5

Figuring out the Raptors offense

Samson Folk does a deep dive into the Raptors offense. From Louis’ piece: “Barrett’s game in Toronto has slowly risen from the earth, shaken off the dirt, and started changing before our very eyes.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / January 4

Raptors show good, bad and ugly in win over Hawks

The Toronto Raptors are celebrating a return to the win column after beating the Atlanta Hawks 134-117 inside Scotiabank Arena. The victory gave the Raptors a winning record for the homestand, but it wasn't all roses and rainbows for the team.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / January 4

Raptors host Hawks again with chance to sweep season series

The Toronto Raptors will be out to complete a sweep of their four-game season series against the visiting Atlanta Hawks on Monday night. The Raptors pulled away in the fourth quarter Saturday night to defeat the Hawks 134-117 in the third meeting between the teams.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Toronto Raptors on SI / January 4

Raptors' Sandro Mamukelashvili is already following his New Year's resolution

The Toronto Raptors are starting the new year right after beating the Atlanta Hawks at home inside the Scotiabank Arena. One player who looked like a new man in the new year is centre Sandro Mamukelashvili, who had one of the best games in his career against the Raptors.

RJ Barrett News / Toronto Raptors on SI / January 4

RJ Barrett return allows Raptors to strike fear in East

The Toronto Raptors are excited to have RJ Barrett back in the lineup after missing a month due to a knee injury. Barrett is a key part to the Raptors' success, and that was apparent in the team's 134-117 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.

Brandon Ingram News / Raptors Republic / January 4

Raptors win behind Ingram’s 29-point performance

Last night, Brandon Ingram reminded me of playing your favourite NBA Live (yes, NBA Live) superstar on Rookie mode, and absolutely dominating a game. Ingram couldn’t miss.

Scottie Barnes News / Toronto Raptors on SI / January 4

Scottie Barnes isn't the only reason Raptors are succeeding

The Toronto Raptors are among the top teams in the Eastern Conference for many reasons, but one is beginning to stick out more in the last couple of games.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / January 4

Five numbers to know after Raptors beat Hawks

The Toronto Raptors are back in the win column after a 134-117 victory against the Atlanta Hawks inside the Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors played well through three quarters, but really broke the game open in the fourth when they took a double-digit lead and never took the foot off the gas.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / January 4

Barrett and Ingram Power Raptors Past Hawks in High-Scoring Win

RJ Barrett poured in a season-best 29 points and Brandon Ingram matched him with 29 of his own as the Toronto Raptors pulled away for a 134-117 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night in the opener of a two-game set.

RJ Barrett News / Total Apex Sports / January 4

RJ Barrett Leads Fourth Quarter Run As Raptors Down Hawks, 134-117

Forward RJ Barrett scored a season-high 29 points and led a huge 16-0 fourth-quarter run as the Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 134-117 Saturday night in Scotiabank Arena.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / January 4

Mamukelashvili drops career-high eight assists in Raptors’ win

Mamu’s career-high eight assists is a byproduct of all the positive growth in his game. It’s indicative of the trust he’s earned from Coach Darko. It’s indicative of what makes him unique when Toronto signed him – a big man who can put the ball on the deck, move like a guard, and hit the 3.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / January 3

Raptors’ strong offensive showing squashes Hawks in fourth quarter

It’s a new year, and many people are contemplating their goals and resolutions for 2026 — the Toronto Raptors are not exempt. Ahead of their match-up against the Atlanta Hawks, the first of a two-game series between these two teams, Raptors’ coach Darko Rajakovic talked about setting good habits.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / January 3

Fourth-quarter surge propels Raptors past Hawks

RJ Barrett scored a season-best 29 points and Brandon Ingram also scored 29 on Saturday night as the Toronto Raptors defeated the visiting Atlanta Hawks 134-117.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3

1 deal Raptors must make with 2025-26 NBA trade season underway

The Toronto Raptors’ play may have fallen a bit as of late, but they remain in fourth place in the congested Eastern Conference with a 20-15 record. That is still better than most expected out of them heading into the 2025-26 campaign, although that seems to be the bare minimum considering how much the team invested in player payroll.

Jamal Shead News / Raptors Nation / December 30

Shead Sparks Stunning Rally as Raptors Erase 21-Point Hole to Stun Magic

Jamal Shead scored a team-high 19 points, Brandon Ingram added 17, and the Toronto Raptors mounted a dramatic comeback from a 21-point second-quarter deficit to edge the Orlando Magic 107–106 on Monday night.

Jakob Poeltl News / Hoops Rumors / December 29

Raptors’ Jakob Poeltl (Back) Out At Least One More Week

Starting center Jakob Poeltl is “currently completing a program of intensive rehabilitation and strengthening” for his lower back injury and will be reevaluated

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / December 29

Barnes Dominates the Glass as Raptors Outlast Warriors in Overtime Thriller

Scottie Barnes delivered one of the most dominant all-around performances in franchise history, posting 23 points, a career-best 25 rebounds, and 10 assists to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 141–127 overtime victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.