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Four standout performers from the Raptors’ 120-122 loss to the Knicks

If there’s anything to take away from a preseason loss, it’s that the Toronto Raptors are ready to play real basketball. Against a New York Knicks squad that was humiliated by these same Raptors only a few nights earlier, Toronto outperformed the defending champions for much of the evening.

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The Raptors need to get over a multi-season losing streak

Overreacting to preseason games is one of the least productive thing that basketball fans and media do, and yet, it’s hard not to draw certain conclusions from two teams matching up, whether or not such games count for regular season standings.

NBA News / Raptors HQ / October 16

Raptors fall to Knicks in rematch

The Toronto Raptors fell to the New York Knicks 120-122 at Madison Square Garden. Despite coming off a 50-point victory against the Knicks on Tuesday, the Raptors couldn’t produce a similar performance.

NBA News / Raptors HQ / October 16

Raptors’ last preseason game takes them to Detroit

Tonight the Raptors’ final preseason game tips off, this time against the Detroit Pistons. So far, Toronto has split the preseason with a 2-2 record. They started off-balance when they lost handily to the Heat, but followed it up with convincing wins over the Clippers and Knicks and a single-possession loss to the Knicks yesterday.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 16

3 Things to Watch in Raptors Preseason Finale vs. Pistons

The Toronto Raptors are getting ready to close out the preseason as they visit the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. The Raptors are coming off of a 122-120 loss against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, where most of their rotation players filled out the court.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 15

2 Winners, 2 Losers in Raptors Loss vs. Knicks

The Toronto Raptors played in their dress rehearsal against the defending champion New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, but they lost 122-120. The Raptors, for most of the game, played with their primary rotation for the season, so it gave the team the best idea yet of how they will look going into the regular season.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 15

Kawhi Leonard Is Already Making Scottie Barnes Better for the Raptors

Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard’s impact on Scottie Barnes didn’t take long to show up. In their first preseason game together, Barnes shot 8 of 10 from the field.

WNBA News

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

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A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 15

Ja'Kobe Walter Positioned for Huge Leap With Raptors

We obviously need to temper our expectations during preseason action, but the Toronto Raptors put on a show for their fans in the win over the New York Knicks.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Kendrick Perkins’ ‘most feared’ take for Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard has fans bickering

Recently, the Toronto Raptors saw the preseason debut of Kawhi Leonard, who is beginning his second tenure with the team this season. Leonard was finally brought to the Raptors via trade after the Los Angeles Clippers investigation played out, and he will look to pick up where he left off after leading Toronto to a championship in the 2019 season.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 15

3 Things to Watch in Raptors Preseason Rematch vs. Knicks

The Toronto Raptors are getting another crack at facing off against the defending champion New York Knicks in the preseason, this time at Madison Square Garden.

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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.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / October 15

Three players to watch in Raptors vs Pistons

The Toronto Raptors are coming off a 50-point win over the New York Knicks, however, there’s still plenty to watch as they continue preparing for the regular season.

Kawhi Leonard News / Raptors Republic / October 15

Dynasty Starts After You? Toronto Raptors Tier List

Samson Folk, Trevon Heath & Es Baraheni do their yearly Raptors tier list. From Louis: “After one Toronto Raptors preseason game against a defending champion New York Knicks resting its starters, one thing is clear: King Arthur isn’t the only Once and Future King; Kawhi Leonard has risen again to jostle for that title.

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The '2nd-most TD-passes by NFL team' quiz

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Scottie Barnes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Raptors’ Scottie Barnes hilariously reacts to embarrassing warmup photo

Toronto Raptors star Scottie Barnes found himself at the center of an unexpected viral moment after an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction during pregame warmups.

Collin Murray-Boyles News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Raptors’ Collin Murray-Boyles sees Toronto’s defense turning into ‘nightmare’

The Toronto Raptors already built their identity on the defensive end last season, and Collin Murray-Boyles believes the addition of Kawhi Leonard could take that to another level.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / October 14

Raptors look to go up 2-0 on the Knicks in Thursday road game

The Toronto Raptors will look to carry their preseason momentum into Madison Square Garden when they face the New York Knicks on Thursday, Oct. 15. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

Kyle Anderson News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 14

Kyle Anderson Brings More Than Veteran Leadership to Raptors

We’ve described the acquisition of Kyle Anderson this offseason as being an underrated signing. In a time where the trade for Kawhi Leonard was under review and the future makeup of the Raptors lineup remained very uncertain, the Kyle Anderson signing provided depth reinforcement and a sign that the Raptors weren’t going to stay idle.

Trey Jemison News / Hoops Wire / October 14

Raptors release Trey Jemison, open two-way spot

Trey Jemison’s stay with the Raptors ended before he had much opportunity to make an impression. Toronto waived the two-way center Wednesday, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Darko Rajakovic News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 14

Darko Rajakovic Is the Engine Behind the Raptors

The Toronto Raptors 2026-27 ceiling will depend on far more than just the talent assembled. Rather, it will lean heavily on how effectively head coach Darko Rajakovic turns that talent into a cohesive unit.

Kawhi Leonard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard gets 100% real on his huge game vs. Knicks

The drama in the build-up to Kawhi Leonard’s eventual trade to the Toronto Raptors may have been incessant. The seven-time All-Star, however, has hit the ground running for his former team, producing a 21-point performance against the defending champions, the New York Knicks.

Trey Jemison News / Hoops Rumors / October 14

Raptors Waive Two-Way Big Man Trey Jemison

The Raptors have waived two-way big man Trey Jemison, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. Jemison, who made one preseason appearance, signed his two-way deal in early August.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / October 14

Three Raptors land on Bleacher Report’s top 30 defenders list

The Raptors could be a problem defensively this season. Bleacher Report seems to agree, placing three Toronto players on its list of the NBA’s top 30 defenders entering 2026-27.

Toronto Raptors News / Yardbarker / October 13

Kawhi Leonard shines in first game back with Raptors as Toronto blows out Knicks backups

For the first time since Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals, Kawhi Leonard was back in a Toronto Raptors uniform.

Tyrese Haliburton dazzles in preseason return to court where he suffered Achilles tear

Celtics get a bargain with Payton Pritchard extension

Celtics’ plan for Jaylen Brown's tribute video is revealed

Timberwolves coach takes clear shot at Julius Randle

Steve Kerr had a great message on Ben Simmons' NBA return

Karl-Anthony Towns says he is 'very disappointed' with the Knicks

Toronto Raptors News / Viral Sports News / October 12

Toronto Raptors Acquire 7-foot-5 Center Before NBA Season

The Toronto Raptors have officially brought in towering center Jamarion Sharp on a training-camp deal, giving the 7-foot-5 big man another opportunity to earn an NBA foothold after a circuitous path through the developmental ranks, via Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.

Jamarion Sharp News / Hoops Wire / October 12

Raptors signing 7-foot-5 Jamarion Sharp to compete for two-way spot

The Raptors are taking another look at Jamarion Sharp. Sharp, a 7-foot-5 center who spent Summer League with Toronto, is signing with the Raptors and will compete for a two-way contract, according to Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.