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Raptors' RJ Barrett out at least one more week

Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett recently received a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection in his sprained right knee, and while he’s making progress in his recovery, he will be out at least one more week.

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'Extra Chromosome Strength': $300 Million-Star Jaylen Brown Controversially Praises Rival Scottie Barnes

As the veteran superstars play on into their final years, the emergence of young guns is crucial for the NBA to continue its global dominance. Enter the likes of Scottie Barnes, who has become the Toronto Raptors’ most important player.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 8

The real reason the Toronto Raptors have been struggling after their hot streak

The Toronto Raptors have gone backwards since enjoying a 9-game win streak at the end of November. The Toronto Raptors were one of the best teams in the NBA at that point, winning 13 of 14 games, including a 9-game win streak.

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RJ Barrett News / Raptors Republic / December 8

RJ Barrett to be evaluated in one week after plasma injection

Raptors guard RJ Barrett is still sidelined with the right knee sprain injury that he suffered in the November 23rd matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. Barrett received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his right knee, which will hopefully accelerate his recovery and get him back on the court sooner than later.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Brandon Ingram News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 8

Brandon Ingram reveals mindset before Raptors' NBA Cup game vs. Knicks

The Toronto Raptors have hit a cold streak, losing five of their last six games, but arguably their biggest game of the season is quickly approaching. The Raptors are gearing up to host the New York Knicks for an NBA Cup elimination game after advancing from group play.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 8

Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla gives Scottie Barnes his flowers after Raptors game

The Toronto Raptors suffered their third consecutive loss, falling 121-113 at home to the Boston Celtics. Despite the Raptors clawing back from a 23-point deficit, the Celtics took care of business down the stretch, backed by a 30-point outing from Jaylen Brown.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 8

The Raptors offense is in a free fall

Over the last 8 games, the Raptors have the worst offensive rating in the NBA. Prior to that? The best offensive start the franchise has had to a season — as far as rankings go — in the tracking era.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 8

Raptors Roundup: Disintegrating Defense, A Disco Party, and The End of Lebronto

Welcome to Raptors Roundup! A weekly recap of everything going on in the world of the Toronto Raptors. In this edition we discuss the tumultuous past week for the Raptors including the win over the Portland Trailblazers, and the three losses against the Los Angeles Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, and Boston Celtics.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / December 8

What an NBA Cup would mean for the Toronto Raptors

Coming off three losses in a row from the Raptors, victory is not exactly at the forefront of the minds of the Toronto faithful. The NBA Cup knockout game against New York could look very different, especially if RJ Barrett makes a comeback.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 8

Brandon Ingram and Darko Rajakovic make the same point about RJ Barrett as Raptors lose three in a row

The Toronto Raptors have now lost three consecutive games after falling to the Boston Celtics on Sunday, 113-121. The Raptors were 12-5 not so long ago, and some were beginning to question whether they could be Eastern Conference contenders.

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The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history

Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 8

Raptors ranked among top trade destinations for Giannis Antetokounmpo

After losing to the Boston Celtics, the Toronto Raptors have now dropped three consecutive games and five of their last six. The Raptors were sitting comfortably in second place in the East, but this recent skid has dropped them to fourth place with a 15-10 record.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 8

Raptors Film Room: 5 key moments that lost them the game versus the Celtics

The Raptors were terrible in the first half and then were absolutely dominant in the second half, but it wasn’t enough. There were a few key moments that dictated this game, and one key player who really limited the Raptors chances when he was on the floor.

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Raptors look to rebound against surging Celtics

The Toronto Raptors are showing the effects of a grueling stretch in the schedule and there is no letup Sunday afternoon when they host the Boston Celtics.

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Glorilla Spills Tea on Brandon Ingram Romance

Rapper Glorilla revealed on Complex that she met her New Orleans Pelicans small forward and boyfriend, Brandon Ingram at a Memphis Grizzlies game last Thanksgiving.

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Rui Hachimura wins it at the buzzer for Lakers over Raptors

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