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On YouTubeDarko Rajakovic News / Raptors Republic / May 5
Raptors’ Rajakovic prepared to keep pushing for more
A 16-win jump, the Toronto Raptors’ first playoff berth in four years, a first-round series that was more tightly contested than expected – even among the most detailed analysis in Raptors’ circles – and notable development from young players up and down the roster.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / May 5
3 Biggest Questions Facing the Raptors This Offseason
The Toronto Raptors are going into the offseason with some things to correct and change before the 2026-27 campaign begins. It will be a key summer for the Raptors as they look to go from playoff contender to a team that can make a deep playoff run.
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
Raptors rumors: The lottery bust who’s open to trade
The Toronto Raptors recently saw their 2025-26 season come to an end with a tough Game 7 loss on the road against the Cleveland Cavaliers. While the Raptors made things more competitive in this series than it looked like they would through two games, it was still a tough outcome for an overall strong season in Toronto.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Toronto Raptors News / Trade Talk Sports / May 5
Raptors Could Already Dangle Brandon Ingram on the Trade Market?
Brandon Ingram just completed his first full season with the Toronto Raptors, and while it was largely a success, questions about his future with the team have already begun to surface.
The One Player Raptors Can’t Afford to Lose This Offseason
The Toronto Raptors have some decisions to make this offseason after falling short in the first round of the playoffs at the hands of the Cleveland Cavaliers in seven games.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / May 5
Raptors Offseason: Free Agents, Cap Space, Draft Plan, Trades
After a hard-fought season that ended with a first-round exit, the Toronto Raptors are entering a pivotal summer. With the core of the roster now firmly entrenched, the front office faces the challenge of building a legitimate contender while navigating a tightening cap environment.
Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
Key Raptors backup sounds off on future after Cavs series loss
Ahead of an uncertain offseason after losing Game 7 to the Cleveland Cavs in the first round, Toronto Raptors center Sandro Mamukelashvili will become an unrestricted free agent.
RJ Barrett News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
RJ Barrett expresses desire to make huge move after Cavs series loss
The Toronto Raptors put up a fight in their opening round series of the NBA playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but the Cavs ultimately emerged victorious after their Game 7 win.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Toronto Raptors News / AirJordanChronicles / May 4
Raptors’ Star Sends Message on Team’s Culture After Playoff Exit
The Toronto Raptors made a big comeback in the first-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. After going down 2-0 in the series, the Raptors were able to force Game 7, and according to Scottie Barnes, it was only possible because of the team mentality.
Collin Murray-Boyles News / Raptors Republic / May 4
Collin Murray-Boyles knows what is next to come and he’s ready
There were not that many people talking about Collin Murray-Boyles on draft night back in the 2025 offseason, and if they were, it probably was not always positive.
NBA News / Trade Talk Sports / May 4
Mavericks Hire Masai Ujiri as New Team President
After one year away from the game, former Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri has found himself a new lead role in the NBA. According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, Ujiri has been hired by the Dallas Mavericks as the new team president and alternate governor.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Mavericks land big-name replacement for Nico Harrison
The Mavericks franchise has a strong core in place, led by Cooper Flagg, and another lottery pick coming their way this season.
Jakob Poeltl News / Raptors Republic / May 4
Jakob Poeltl shares insight on how his back injury affected him
After a career year for the Toronto Raptors, Jakob Poeltl had a year filled with injury, mainly the back spasms that kept him out for a huge part of the regular season and didn’t allow him to play on back-to-back sets.
Darko Rajakovic News / Total Pro Sports / May 4
Raptors Coach Darko Rajakovic Shares Emotional Message About Team After Playoff Exit
The Toronto Raptors put up a valiant effort in their postseason round 1 series. Despite acquiring James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers, the Raptors put up a brave fight to get the Cleveland Cavaliers in a spot of significant bother.
Scottie Barnes News / AirJordanChronicles / May 4
Raptors Coach Expresses Optimism About Scottie Barnes’ Development
Despite the tough Game 7 exit, which is always a hard pill to swallow, Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic was proud of his team, especially 24-year-old Scottie Barnes.
Toronto Raptors News / Fadeaway World / May 4
RJ Barrett Hails Scottie Barnes For Silencing Critics Despite Raptors Exit
The Toronto Raptors‘ hard-fought run in the postseason came to an end on Sunday night following a 114-102 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of the first round.
Toronto Raptors News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Raptors coach had great quote after losing Game 7
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic stayed graceful in defeat Sunday after his team’s season came to an end. Rajakovic’s Raptors hung tough with the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of their first-round series at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.
Brandon Ingram News / Yardbarker / May 4
Raptors' first-round exit shows frustrating necessity of Brandon Ingram
The fifth-seeded Raptors came close to pulling the upset but dropped two of three games after Ingram's heel injury kept him out.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 3
Jarrett Allen's Game 7 performance matches LeBron James in Cavaliers' history
One key role player made history as the Cleveland Cavaliers punched their ticket to the second round with a 114-102 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. While it took a total team effort for the Cavaliers to clinch their first-round series in seven games, Jarrett Allen stepped up more than anyone else.
Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Wire / May 3
Cavs out-scrap feisty Raptors in Game 7, move on to Round 2
The Cavaliers are moving on. And boy, they have to be happy they won’t see the Toronto Raptors again. But that is finally the case, as the Cavs held on for a 114-102 Game 7 home win over the Raptors on Sunday.
Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Rumors / May 3
Raptors’ Brandon Ingram Doubtful For Sunday’s Game 7
The Raptors are unlikely to have Brandon Ingram available for Sunday’s do-or-die Game 7 in Cleveland, according to Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca, who tweets that the All-Star forward been downgraded to doubtful after initially being listed as questionable.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
LeBron James reacts to Raptors star RJ Barrett's game-winner vs. Cavaliers
Shortly before LeBron James and his Los Angeles Lakers squad tipped off Game 6 against the Houston Rockets, RJ Barrett was closing things out in Toronto.
Toronto Raptors News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Raptors force Game 7 on last-second winner that took the most absurd bounce
The basketball gods have blessed the Toronto Raptors with yet another fortuitous playoff bounce off the fingertips of RJ Barrett. The Raptors trailed 110-109 in overtime with just over 10 seconds left in Game 6 of their first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada.
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