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Raptors Trade Could Become Easy in Offseason

The Toronto Raptors are a team to watch this offseason as they look to make some moves to help their positioning in the Eastern Conference. This could mean the Raptors will be a busy team on the trade market, especially when it comes to their expiring contracts.

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New guys lead Raptors 905 past Vipers

Over the last month, the story of the Raptors 905 had been their defence collapsing from the G League’s best to its worst over a nine game span. Then they lost their entire frontcourt rotation and replaced it with new players.

RJ Barrett News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 6

One Bright Spot For Raptors in Timberwolves Game

Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett has been through ups and downs throughout the season, but he is approaching a peak rather than a valley after his performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Scottie Barnes News / Bleacher Report / March 6

Watch: Scottie even had Ant laughing

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The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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Darko Rajakovic News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 6

Why Darko Rajakovic Thinks Raptors Lost vs. Timberwolves

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic is disappointed after the team's most recent loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves. While the team showed flashes against the Wolves, especially in the first half, it wasn't enough to pull out the win.

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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.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / March 6

Raptors 905 Claim Markelle Fultz

Toronto’s G League affiliate – the Raptors 905 – has claimed guard Markelle Fultz off the waiver wire after the former No. 1 overall pick signed an NBAGL contract, as Michael Grange of Sportsnet tweets.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 6

Raptors Start Strong, But Limp in Second Half vs. Wolves

The Toronto Raptors are frustrated after losing 115-107 to the Minnesota Timberwolves inside the Target Center. The Raptors were playing well in the first half, trailing by just a single point, but they didn't come out of the locker room strong, which led to a Wolves run that gave them the lead for the rest of the game.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 6

The Raptors have shown us who they are, it’s time that we believe them

We know who the Raptors are, they’ve shown us all year. They’re an average team. Not bad, not great, but lost somewhere in the shuffle between the two.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 6

The Toronto Raptors are in Groundhog Day

Samson Folk talks about the Toronto Raptors. From Louis’ piece: “Some numbers: Since joining the Raptors, Quickley’s shot 42.0 percent from deep with Poeltl on the floor and 36.3 percent with Poeltl off.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 6

Raptors Do Something They Haven't Done in 22 Years vs. Wolves

The Toronto Raptors are going back to the drawing board after their 115-107 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves inside the Target Center. The loss was difficult for the Raptors, who continued their trend of falling to teams ahead of them in the standings.

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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.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 6

Raptors film room: the one thing holding them back

The Raptors lost to another good team. I broke it down: Here is something that might work moving forward for the Raptors, according to Louis Zatzman: Some numbers: Since joining the Raptors, Quickley’s shot 42.0 percent from deep with Poeltl on the floor and 36.3 percent with Poeltl off.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 5

Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves Send Raptors Home Disappointed

The Toronto Raptors are disappointed after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves by a score of 115-107 inside the Target Center in Minneapolis. The Raptors kept pace with the Wolves in the first half, but coming out of the locker room, Toronto couldn't hang with Minnesota, who won the quarter 35-22.

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Toronto Raptors News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

Is Darko Rajaković’s Coaching A Concern For The Raptors?

The Toronto Raptors have shown flashes of progress this season, but inconsistency continues to surround the team. While roster changes, injuries, and development cycles all play a role, some observers have begun to ask a broader question: Is coaching becoming a concern for Toronto?

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / March 6

NBA 2K26 Patch: Update Targets Online Cheating

Cheaters in NBA 2K26 might want to start practicing honest basketball. The latest patch has officially put exploiters on notice, targeting one of the most

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 5

Brandon Ingram, Anthony Edwards Status Revealed For Raptors vs. Timberwolves

The Toronto Raptors and Minnesota Timberwolves are both breathing a sigh of relief going into their matchup against each other because both teams will have their best player on court despite lingering injuries.

Brandon Ingram News / Bleacher Report / March 5

Watch: Brandon Ingram multitasking

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 5

Raptors Have Tough Road to 50 Wins

The Toronto Raptors are 35-26 through 61 games this season. With 21 games to go, the Raptors need to finish 15-6 if they want to win 50 games for the first time since the 2019-20 campaign, when they won 53 contests in the season shortened by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Toronto Raptors News / Athlon Sports / March 5

'95-99 Uniform Ranked Best Sports Throwback Jersey of All Time

The Toronto Raptors are in an interesting situation in the 2025-26 NBA season. While their 35-26 record places them fifth in the Eastern Conference, they aren't among the more compelling NBA teams to talk about.

Chris Paul News / Athlon Sports / March 4

NBA Legend Chris Paul Makes Announcement Three Weeks After Retirement

Chris Paul became one of the best point guards in NBA history during his 21-year career, securing 12 All-Star nods and 11 All-NBA honors. But while the

Olivier Sarr News / Hoops Wire / March 4

Cavs officially sign Olivier Sarr to two-way deal

Now it’s official. The Cavaliers announced they have signed big man Olivier Sarr to a two-way contract, adding another frontcourt option as the regular season rolls along.

Jalen Brunson News / Raptors Nation / March 4

Brunson Scores 26 as Knicks Defeat Raptors 111-95, Extending Toronto Losing Streak

Jalen Brunson finished with 26 points and 10 assists, leading the New York Knicks to a 111-95 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. The win marked New York’s fifth in its last six games and stretched its winning streak against Toronto to 12.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 3

Raptors great Vince Carter shouts out Scottie Barnes amid star’s solid season

Vince Carter understands the challenges that come with being the face of Canadian basketball. The Toronto Raptors will never supersede hockey and are often outside the limelight within the NBA landscape, so it takes a certain type of player to lead the franchise.

Olivier Sarr News / Hoops Rumors / March 3

Cavaliers To Add Olivier Sarr On Two-Way Contract

The Cavaliers and big man Olivier Sarr have agreed to a two-way deal, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. To make room for Sarr, they have waived guard Darius Brown II (Twitter link).

Jamison Battle News / Last Word On Sports / March 2

Is Jamison Battle A Reliable Long-Term Piece For The Raptors?

As the Raptors continue shaping their roster around a developing core, identifying dependable role players is just as important as finding star-level talent.