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Raptors 905 drop important game to last-placed Herd

According to head coach Drew Jones, the Raptors 905 approached Thursday morning’s game against the Wisconsin Herd like it was a playoff game. That’s been their mantra of late.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 27

As Pelicans visit, Raptors must stack wins to guarantee top-six playoff spot

The Toronto Raptors will play beyond the regular season for the first time since 2022. That is all they know for certain. They could finish anywhere from fifth to 10th in the Eastern Conference, so every game -- beginning with the one against the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night -- is important to their seeding.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 27

Raptors Have Something to Prove vs. Pelicans

The Toronto Raptors are playing the New Orleans Pelicans at 8:30 p.m. ET inside Scotiabank Arena. Fans can watch the game on Sportsnet or stream it on NBA League Pass.

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The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least nine three-pointers in a game more than once in their career can you name in five minutes?

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 27

Wolfond: How Rajakovic and Ingram’s compromise has defined Raptors’ season

When the Toronto Raptors traded for Brandon Ingram last February, the confusion from some corners of the NBA community (very much including the Raptors community) was loud.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Collin Murray-Boyles News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 26

Collin Murray-Boyles Coming Back at Right Time For Raptors

Toronto Raptors rookie forward Collin Murray-Boyles is two games removed from his return to the lineup. Murray-Boyles played 17 minutes in the team's latest win against the Utah Jazz, but was able to bump up that number to 24 minutes in the team's latest loss against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 26

Why Raptors Aren't Worrying After Tough Road Trip

The Toronto Raptors are going home after their long road trip, but despite their 2-3 record away from Scotiabank Arena, there is a quiet confidence in the air still surrounding the team.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 26

Winners And Losers From Raptors vs. Clippers

The Toronto Raptors are all going home losers against the Los Angeles Clippers by a score of 119-94, but other players had better individual performances than others.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 26

Can Ja’Kobe Walter be Raptors playoff X-Factor?

It goes without saying that self-awareness can carry a player far in the NBA. Not just understanding strengths and weaknesses, but realizing what’s required on a given team.

NBA News / Raptors Republic / March 26

Raptors stifled by Clippers defense in blowout loss

The Toronto Raptors traveled to Intuit Dome to face off against the Los Angeles Clippers on the road, and they were simply outclassed. The Clippers are

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 26

The Raptors are back on thin ice

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm. From the latest on the QR: “Fultz: Fultz played 9 minutes and didn’t record much in the stat department outside of 2 assists to Sandro Mamukelshvilli in the third quarter which were both triples.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 26

Five Numbers to Know After Clippers Thrash Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are frustrated after a 119-94 loss against the Los Angeles Clippers inside the Intuit Dome. The Raptors had an opportunity to inch closer to earning a top six seed in the Eastern Conference, but their loss against the Clippers now has them in sixth place, with just a half game separating them from the play-in.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 26

Raptors Loss vs. Clippers Doesn't Breed Confidence Moving Forward

The Toronto Raptors are heading home disappointed after losing 119-94 against the Los Angeles Clippers inside the Intuit Dome. The Raptors did not have the right intensity to start the game, allowing 36 first-quarter points to the Clippers that allowed them to build a double-digit lead that they would carry on throughout the entire game.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

Scottie Barnes News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 25

Scottie Barnes Strategy Change Could Save Raptors Season

The Toronto Raptors are 5-1 this season when Scottie Barnes has 10 or more assists. Twice this season, Barnes has gone a step further by notching a triple-double.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 24

Contending Raptors, Clippers out to boost playoff positioning

The Toronto Raptors close out a pivotal, five-game road trip on Wednesday against a Los Angeles Clippers team jockeying for positioning in the Western Conference postseason race.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / March 24

East Notes: Sixers, Paul George, Raptors, Markelle Fultz, Nets

Sixers forward Paul George served the 25th and final game of his suspension on Monday, making him eligible to return on Wednesday vs. Chicago. Head coach Nick Nurse said George has “conditioned hard” during his absence and indicated there are no concerns about a ramp-up period, per Derek Bodner of PHLY Sports.

Toronto Raptors News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Has Ja’Kobe Walter Become an Important Piece for the Raptors?

The Toronto Raptors entered this season focused on development and finding long-term pieces around their core. While much of the attention has been on players like Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram, another name has quietly entered the conversation: Ja’Kobe Walter.

RJ Barrett News / Raptors Nation / March 25

RJ Barrett Leads Raptors’ Shooting Surge In 143-127 Win Over Jazz

RJ Barrett scored 27 points and helped power a high-efficiency offensive display as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Utah Jazz 143-127 on Monday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 23

Jazz rookie Ace Bailey joins elite company after career-high game

Even with most believing the Utah Jazz have been focused more on the future than on this season all year, their rookie sensation guard Ace Bailey has been busy showing why future success may come sooner than some think. At just 19, Bailey has already etched his name in NBA history.

Daniss Jenkins' career game leads Pistons to big win over Lakers

LeBron James’ chances of staying with Lakers may be increasing

Draymond Green responds to diss from ex-Lakers champion

Pacers' Pascal Siakam stuffs Paolo Banchero at buzzer to send Magic to fifth straight loss

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

Brandon Ingram News / Athlon Sports / March 23

Raptors Announce Brandon Ingram News After Removal From Lineup

The Toronto Raptors have dropped to the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference and will do their best to avoid free falling in the standings. If Toronto

Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Wire / March 23

Raptors signing former No. 1 pick Markelle Fultz to 10-day deal

The Raptors are signing veteran guard Markelle Fultz to a 10-day contract, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Toronto had an open roster spot, so no move is needed.