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Can The Toronto Raptors Avoid The Play-In Tournament?

Just a few months ago, the Toronto Raptors looked like one of the most stable teams in the Eastern Conference. In January, Toronto held the third seed in the standings.

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Raptors Notes: Scottie Barnes Delivers Late Play, Brandon Ingram Shows Out

The Toronto Raptors picked up a needed win Friday over the Phoenix Suns, and Scottie Barnes delivered one of the biggest moments of the night. Barnes, who entered questionable because of illness, finished with 14 points, six rebounds and four assists.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 14

Ingram, Barrett and Barnes come through in the clutch

Brandon Ingram put up video game numbers: 36 points on 13-20 shooting, 5-6 from downtown. In the fourth quarter, he threw a pass down to Immanuel Quickley, who then threw it right into RJ Barrett’s hands in the right corner pocket.

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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 14

Bleacher Report frames realistic expectations around upcoming Raptors’ offseason

The way things have been playing out lately for the Toronto Raptors makes it clear that some major changes are needed to this roster for them to actually be title contenders.

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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 / Yardbarker / March 14

Draymond Green backs Dejounte Murray after viral Jamal Shead moment

Green was not one of the critics.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 14

Raptors Could Trade For $153 Million Forward

The Toronto Raptors are going to have to get creative if they want to improve their team during the off-season. The Raptors have been struggling over the past couple of weeks, and it has led to a drop in the Eastern Conference standings.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 14

Toronto Raptors Star Draws Plaudits From Coach and Teammates for Playing Through Illness Vs. Phoenix Suns

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic revealed postgame that Scottie Barnes played through illness during their 122-115 win over the Phoenix Suns on Friday evening.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 13

Toronto Raptors Sneak Past Phoenix Suns in 122-115 Win to Snap Two-Game Skid

In a crucial game for both teams as the NBA playoffs quickly approach, the Toronto Raptors were able to get back on track as they used a fourth-quarter push to snap their two-game losing streak and keep right in the playoff hunt in the East.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 13

Raptors rally to knock off Suns

Brandon Ingram scored 36 points Friday night and the Toronto Raptors came back to defeat the visiting Phoenix Suns 122-115. RJ Barrett added 22 points for the Raptors, who trailed by 10 points early in the fourth quarter and finished the game on a 27-10 run.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / March 13

Toronto Raptors respond to critique with clutch win

Back from their disappointing Houston/New Orleans road trip and in Toronto to face the Phoenix Suns on Friday, the Raptors had a lot of people to answer to.

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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.

NBA News / Raptors Republic / March 13

Raptors bear their soul against Phoenix, and they survive the test

There are games in the NBA that matter more than others. Some because of the standings. Some because of individual matchups. But some matter more because they reveal truths about the teams that play in them.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 13

Darko Rajakovic condemns team response to Murray-Shead scuffle

In the closing moments of the Toronto Raptors’ Wednesday, March 11th matchup with the New Orleans Pelicans, Dejounte Murray stood over and yelled in the face of a grounded Jamal Shead.

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NBA News / Raptors HQ / March 13

Will the Toronto Raptors fight back against the Phoenix Suns?

What happened against the New Orleans Pelicans can’t be swept under the rug. In what was arguably the most embarrassing moment of the season, the Toronto Raptors allowed the Pelicans’ Dejounte Murray to punk Jamal Shead.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 13

Raptors Next Trade Target Could Be Canadian Star

The Toronto Raptors will be looking for ways to get better in the offseason and that should mean the team will be active on the trade market. The Raptors should be looking for players that will move the needle and help the team move up the standings.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 13

Raptors 905 escape with a win in Westchester

In a game that came down to the wire, the 905’s back-to-back 3s, a missed open dunk, and a missed step-back 3 saved the day. Tyson Degenhart sealed the game hitting the first of his two free throws.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 13

Scuffling Raptors strive for turnaround vs. hot Suns

The struggling Toronto Raptors hope to turn things around and avoid a third consecutive loss Friday night when they host the Phoenix Suns. The Raptors have dropped six of eight after a 122-111 road loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday.

Toronto Raptors News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Raptors’ Brandon Ingram Logs 22 Points in Return to the Big Easy

The Toronto Raptors and the New Orleans Pelicans faced off Wednesday night, and there were various storylines going into this meeting. Some notable examples included forward Sandro Mamukelashvili logging eight points in his return to the starting lineup yesterday against Houston, Jakob Poeltl’s return to the hardwood and immeasurably more.

Sandro Mamukelashvili News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Sandro Mamukelashvili: The Raptors’ Best Offseason Signing?

The Toronto Raptors entered the season focused on building a deeper and more versatile roster. The front office wanted players who could fit a modern system.

Jakob Poeltl News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Raptors Facing Troubling Development After Jakob Poeltl's Status Update

As the Toronto Raptors continue their push for stronger positioning in the Eastern Conference, they may have to do so shorthanded against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Scottie Barnes News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 11

Raptors All-Star Scottie Barnes Has 'Very Hard Job'

Toronto Raptors All-Star forward Scottie Barnes is continuing to build his case to be the league's defensive player of the year this season. Barnes has grown on the defensive end in each of his first five seasons in the league, but this year he has broken out and is viewed as one of the best defenders in the game.

Brandon Ingram News / Field Level Media / March 11

Former Pelican Brandon Ingram, Raptors set to visit New Orleans

Brandon Ingram will make his return to New Orleans for the first time since being dealt at last season's trade deadline when his Toronto Raptors visit the Pelicans on Wednesday night.

Bam Adebayo News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11

Raptors coach when Kobe dropped 81 had the best reaction to Bam Adebayo’s historic night

The long nightmare is over for former Toronto Raptors head coach Sam Mitchell. On Tuesday, when no one expected it to happen, Kobe Bryant’s legendary 81-point

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 11

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama could make NBA history if he plays in enough games

Victor Wembanyama has put the league on notice in just his third season with the San Antonio Spurs. That was underscored Tuesday, when Wembanyama posted 39 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks in a 125–116 win over the Boston Celtics.

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RJ Barrett News / Raptors Nation / March 9

Barrett Scores Season-High 31 and Reaches 8,000 Career Points as Raptors Rout Mavericks

RJ Barrett delivered a standout performance with a season-high 31 points while surpassing 8,000 career points, leading the Toronto Raptors to a dominant 122-92 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday.