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The Raptors' Big Win is Followed by Even Bigger Test vs. Wizards

The Toronto Raptors couldn't have dreamed of a better opening night to kick off the new season. They led the entire game against the Chicago Bulls as they cruised to a 43 point victory.

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One Thing the Raptors Won't Change Even for Kawhi Leonard

The Toronto Raptors are sticking to the "if it's not broke, don't fix it" philosophy, even with the addition of two-time NBA champion Kawhi Leonard. Despite adding a proven isolation scorer to the lineup, head coach Darko Rajakovic isn't abandoning the unselfish approach that has defined Toronto's offence.

NBA News / thePeachBasket / October 22

Raptors dominate Bulls in a 43-point season opener victory

Raptors season opener: Pirasanth Gunasekaram looks at Toronto's 43-point season-opening rout of Chicago and what it means for the Raptors. The Toronto Raptors made a statement in their season opener by beating the Chicago Bulls 135-92, proving they’re title contenders.

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The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz

Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 22

3 Key Numbers From the Raptors Blowout Victory Over the Bulls

If the Toronto Raptors want to build off last season's top-5 finish and establish themselves as legitimate contenders in the Eastern Conference, their season opener offered an encouraging blueprint.

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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.

Kawhi Leonard News / Trade Talk Sports / October 22

Is Kawhi Leonard the Raptors’ Missing Piece?

If you’re a Raptors fan, it’s hard not to get a little excited after a 135–92 opening-night win over Chicago. A 43-point victory doesn’t guarantee anything, especially against a rebuilding team, but Toronto gave us a few reasons to wonder whether this season could turn into something special.

Kawhi Leonard News / Hoops Wire / October 22

Kawhi Leonard: ‘You can’t rush greatness’ after Raptors debut

Kawhi Leonard wants to “shock the world, again.” His first game back with the Raptors offered an encouraging start. Leonard finished with 23 points, six rebounds, four steals, two assists and a block in 24 minutes Wednesday as Toronto overwhelmed the Bulls 135-92.

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Scottie Barnes News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 22

5 Observations as Scottie Barnes, Raptors Make Statement in Game 1

The Toronto Raptors could hardly have asked for a better start to the 2026-27 season. They dismantled the Chicago Bulls 135–92 on Wednesday night at Scotiabank Arena, controlling the game from the opening quarter and turning their season opener into a statement performance.

Kawhi Leonard News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Kawhi Leonard explains curious move in his first game back with the Raptors

Kawhi Leonard wanted more action, even though the Toronto Raptors didn’t need it from him in his first game back. Amid a blowout against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Leonard started the fourth quarter, an intriguing move given that the game was seemingly already out of the visiting team’s reach.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 22

Analysis: Raptors Look Powerful In 43-Point Win Over Bulls

Well, I don’t know how many people had the Raptors beating the Bulls by 43 points on Opening Night, but here we are. Toronto absolutely destroyed Chicago 135-92 at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday, and I think we just got a pretty interesting look at what this team could become with Kawhi Leonard back in the lineup.

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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 22

Signal and noise from Raptors’ opening night dismantling of Bulls

The Toronto Raptors’ raucous return on Wednesday was the perfect appetizer. A tantalizing taste that was simultaneously satisfying and left us wanting more.

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Kawhi Leonard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22

Kawhi Leonard sounds off on Raptors’ historic season opener

Kawhi Leonard is eager to move on from his controversial stint with the Los Angeles Clippers in his return to the Toronto Raptors. He is off to a good start.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22

Former Raptors star Serge Ibaka sends heartfelt message on Kawhi Leonard’s Toronto return

Kawhi Leonard’s first regular-season game back with the Toronto Raptors brought back plenty of memories, and few people felt them more than Serge Ibaka.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 21

Raptors open season with romp past Bulls

Immanuel Quickley, Scottie Barnes and Kawhi Leonard scored a game-high 23 points apiece as the Toronto Raptors rolled to a 135-92 victory over the visiting Chicago Bulls in the season opener for both teams on Wednesday.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 21

3 Takeaways from Raptors Blowout Win Over Bulls

The Toronto Raptors opened their season with a bang, as they defeated the Chicago Bulls 135-92 in a game where they never trailed. While one game does not necessarily determine the trajectory of the rest of the season, Toronto's Opening Night performance addressed some of the concerns about the team's ceiling heading into the season.

NBA News / Raptors HQ / October 21

Raptors crush Bulls by 43 points, win 135 to 92 at home

In an outstanding night of Raptors basketball, Toronto’s season started with a blowout win at home against the Chicago Bulls. Was it an efficient win? Not really.

Jamal Shead News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 21

Raptors PG Jamal Shead Must Take the Next Step in Development

Jamal Shead has already established himself as a valuable part of the Toronto Raptors. His defensive intensity, passing ability and professionalism have helped him earn a larger role, and the team has shown its confidence in him with a three-year, $24 million contract extension.

Darko Rajakovic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21