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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.
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.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
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.
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 / Raptors Republic / October 14
Kawhi Leonard earns spot among Bleacher Report’s top 30 shooters
Kawhi Leonard has never really needed the three-pointer to score effectively. His mid-range game is a big part of what makes him so difficult to guard, and his defence made him a star in the first place.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / October 14
Can the Raptors Finish Top Four in the East? 
Last year’s Toronto Raptors exceeded expectations, as the young and athletic squad racked up 46 wins, their most since the 2021-22 season, and finished fifth in the Eastern Conference before pushing the fourth-seed Cleveland Cavaliers to the brink in the first round of the playoffs.
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 / October 14
Raptors’ Jamal Shead gives honest assessment of Kawhi Leonard’s fit
Kawhi Leonard made his preseason debut in his return to the Toronto Raptors, helping them blow out the New York Knicks by 50 points, 148-98, at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday.
Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 14
Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard highlights valuable Scottie Barnes, Collin Murray-Boyles trait
The Toronto Raptors are entering the 2026-27 season as a dark-horse contender after trading for Kawhi Leonard and essentially rescuing him from a sinking Los Angeles Clippers ship.
NBA News / Raptors HQ / October 13
Thoughts & Quotes for Your Group Chat: Raptors vs. Knicks
The Toronto Raptors may have been facing the New York Knicks’ C-Team, but that wasn’t why fans packed the Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday. New York could’ve grabbed randoms off NBA Twitter and the electricity in the building would’ve remained.
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.
Jamarion Sharp News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 13
Who is Jamarion Sharp? Raptors Sign 7-Foot-5 Centre
The Toronto Raptors are making a change to their roster by signing centre Jamarion Sharp. In a corresponding move, the team is waiving point guard Chucky Hepburn, who suffered a hamstring injury in the team's last preseason game against the Los Angeles Clippers in Vancouver.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / October 13
Kyle Anderson speaks on Jamal Shead, Lil Wayne, and his place on the Raptors
Kyle Anderson doesn’t want to ruffle any feathers. At least, that’s what Slo Mo, the 13 year NBA veteran, said during last Wednesday’s practice. “I don’t want to be like, ‘oh, I’m the old head.
Kawhi Leonard News / Raptors Republic / October 13
Three players to watch in Raptors vs Knicks
It is time to watch Kawhi Leonard play basketball as a Toronto Raptor. Erm. Again. This one feels about as important as a preseason game can get. In the last outing, the Raptors spanked the hapless Los Angeles Clippers with both sides missing Leonard.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 13
5 Ideal Trade Targets For Raptors This Season
The Toronto Raptors face a difficult challenge if they decide to make a trade this season. With limited financial flexibility and few mid-tier contracts to use as matching salaries, finding upgrades without taking on significant additional cost could prove challenging.
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.
Scottie Barnes News / HITC / October 6
‘I’m not trying to get fined’ – Scottie Barnes has already had enough of NBA officials
If the NBA hoped to clear up foul rules at Raptors practice, Scottie Barnes didn’t get the memo. In their preseason opener against Miami, Toronto dropped a 129–105 decision, but the night’s most talked-about play came early.
Toronto Raptors News / The Lead / October 5
Toronto Raptors 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Toronto Raptors’ 2026 offseason comes down to three words: “worth the wait.” The Raptors have quietly built one of the NBA’s most tenacious defensive units.
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