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The Perfect Free Agent Still Available for the Raptors

The Perfect Free Agent Still Available for the Raptors

The Toronto Raptors have an open roster spot that they can use regardless of what happens with the Kawhi Leonard investigation by the league. The Raptors

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / August 2

Raptors fans have specific roster need in mind for front-office

Even when Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Toronto Raptors was nothing but a fantasy, fans have long clamoured for a very specific type of archetype. It’s a need that the front-office has struggled to fill since leaning on champions Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka – a two-way stretch five.

Scottie Barnes News / Raptors Republic / August 2
31 days, 31 questions: What percentage will Scottie Barnes shoot on open triples?

31 days, 31 questions: What percentage will Scottie Barnes shoot on open triples?

Welcome to 31 questions in 31 days! This is a new series running for all of August within which I’m going to preview the upcoming 2026-27 season for the Toronto Raptors.

Kawhi Leonard News / Raptors Republic / August 1
31 days, 31 questions: Will Kawhi Leonard actually be a Toronto Raptor?

31 days, 31 questions: Will Kawhi Leonard actually be a Toronto Raptor?

Welcome to 31 questions in 31 days! This is a new series running for all of August within which I’m going to preview the upcoming 2026-27 season for the Toronto Raptors.

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Hustle Award winners' quiz
The 'WNBA 20-point, 10-assist games' quiz
The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / August 1
The Good, Bad and Ugly of the Raptors Offseason So Far

The Good, Bad and Ugly of the Raptors Offseason So Far

The Toronto Raptors are one of the teams driving the major storylines of the offseason as they look to improve their roster from its first-round exit in the spring.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Kawhi Leonard News / EssentiallySports / August 1
NBA Star Hints on Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors Future Amid Ongoing Investigation

NBA Star Hints on Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors Future Amid Ongoing Investigation

A reunion that once seemed within reach suddenly became far more complicated. Kawhi Leonard’s proposed return to Toronto reportedly lost momentum after the Raptors developed cold feet amid the NBA’s ongoing investigation.

Toronto Raptors News / TWSN / July 31
Raptors Roster 2026-27: Why Kawhi Makes Them Finals Favorites

Raptors Roster 2026-27: Why Kawhi Makes Them Finals Favorites

The Toronto Raptors completed one of the biggest moves of the 2026 offseason, acquiring Kawhi Leonard from the LA Clippers in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two future first-round picks, a first-round pick swap, and two second-round picks.

Toronto Raptors News / Fadeaway World / July 31
3 Alternative Trades The Raptors Should Pursue If Kawhi Leonard Stays With The Clippers

3 Alternative Trades The Raptors Should Pursue If Kawhi Leonard Stays With The Clippers

The Raptors already proved they’re done rebuilding after finishing 46-36, grabbing the fifth seed in the East, and pushing the Cavaliers to seven games in the first round, so it made complete sense for them to chase a massive upgrade instead of spending another season hoping their current core develops into something bigger.

Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / July 30
Clippers, Raptors still plan to complete Kawhi Leonard trade

Clippers, Raptors still plan to complete Kawhi Leonard trade

The possibility that the NBA’s investigation involving Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers could extend into 2027 hasn’t derailed plans to complete Leonard’s trade to the Raptors.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / July 29
Raptors announce 2026 training camp and preseason schedule

Raptors announce 2026 training camp and preseason schedule

The Toronto Raptors have announced the team’s preseason schedule for the 2026-2027 season, which includes training camp in Quebec City. The Raps will begin

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

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.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 28
Exclusive: Former Raptors player reveals how he played with type 1 diabetes

Exclusive: Former Raptors player reveals how he played with type 1 diabetes

NBA players need constant energy to grab rebounds, run on fast breaks, and guard world-class athletes. That’s why only three players in league history

A.J. Lawson News / Hoops Rumors / July 27
A.J. Lawson Signs With Spanish Club Baskonia

A.J. Lawson Signs With Spanish Club Baskonia

A.J. Lawson, who played in the Raptors’ organization last season, is headed to Spain to continue his career. Lawson has signed a two-year contract with Kosner Baskonia, according to EuroLeagueBasketball.net.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26
Only one team makes sense for DeMar DeRozan

Only one team makes sense for DeMar DeRozan

DeRozan should only be thinking about one thing right now: his legacy.

Warriors have an obvious free-agency alternative to LeBron James
Four NBA teams are built to rule Eastern Conference in 2026-27
Five players who proved Summer League excellence isn't a sign of things to come
The 'Most 25-point NBA games' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26
Four NBA teams are built to rule Eastern Conference in 2026-27

Four NBA teams are built to rule Eastern Conference in 2026-27

After the flurry of offseason transactions across the Eastern Conference, which four teams now sit atop the conference hierarchy entering the 2026-27 season?

Why LeBron James picking 76ers is far from safe choice
Did one shot in NBA bubble help send LeBron to 76ers?
How Celtics inadvertently helped 76ers land LeBron
LeBron's decision might force Knicks' Jalen Brunson to do the unthinkable
Mario Hezonja back in NBA, signs deal with the Cavaliers

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