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2026 NBA Draft: The Raptors NEED Ebuka Okorie at point guard

Welcome back to this year’s NBA Draft preview series. To see other prospects, be sure to check out the other previews here. Today’s prospect is Ebuka Okorie, who is likely to slide in as my top choice of the available guards in the Raptors’ draft range.

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The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Raptors Draft Options: CAM CARR, JAYDEN QUAINTANCE, CHRISTIAN ANDERSON + more

Samson Folk is joined by Ben Pfeifer to break down some draft prospects. From Brendan’s piece: “I really struggle to find much wrong with Morez’s game.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 5

All Future Raptors Draft Picks, Swaps & Protections in 2026, 2027 & Beyond

The Toronto Raptors are weeks away from the 2026 NBA Draft, where they will have some decisions to make. The Raptors currently have the Nos. 19 and 50 overall picks, giving them some flexibility to work with.

Scottie Barnes News / Raptors Republic / June 4

Raptors Weekly Wrap-Up: Scottie Barnes snubbed, more

Welcome back to this week’s Raptors Wrap-Up, for a quick look at the biggest stories, updates, and talking points around the Toronto Raptors from the past week.

Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score at least 30 points in an NBA Finals game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?NOTE: The Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, have never made the NBA Finals, while no Kings player scored 30 in their lone appearance (1951).

The '600-point NBA postseasons' quiz

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

The 'NBA Finals-winning coaches' quiz

Kyle Lowry News / Raptors Republic / June 4

The GROAT has Spoken: Kyle Lowry reveals his Raptors Mount Rushmore

Kyle Lowry is widely regarded as the GROAT (the Greatest Raptor of All Time) and for good reason. The former Toronto star has had some amazing moments over the years.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 4

Trading Down in NBA Draft Could Make Sense For Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are less than three weeks away from the start of the 2026 NBA Draft, where they hold the 19th overall selection. This year's draft class could be one of the deepest in recent memory.

Jamison Battle News / Raptors Republic / June 4

Jamison Battle found consistency in instability

The following is part of Raptors Republic’s series of pieces reviewing the season for the Toronto Raptors. You can find all the pieces in the series here.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / June 4

NBA Draft experts and rumours: Who analysts have Raptors taking at No. 50

The Toronto Raptors enter this year’s NBA Draft with two selections, picks number 19 and 50. After looking at which prospects draft analysts have linked to Toronto in the first round, it would not be a good time to turn attention to the second round and the players who could be available when the Raptors are back on the clock.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / June 3

Toronto Raptors June 3 Mock Draft Round-up: Flawed scorers

With the 2026 NBA Draft less than three weeks away, it makes sense that ‘mock draft’ becomes one of the most searched phrases among basketball enthusiasts.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / June 3

Canadian influence on Japanese basketball’s rapid rise

Former Raptor Stanley Johnson recently played in the biggest game of his professional career. As the Japanese B. League’s Sixth Man of the Year, he helped

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 3

How Raptors Trade For Kawhi Leonard Led Spurs to NBA Finals

It's been nearly eight years since the Toronto Raptors acquired Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green in a blockbuster trade with the San Antonio Spurs for DeMar DeRozan and Jakob Poeltl.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 2

‘Raptors’ Air Jordan 7 DMP returning in 2027

2026 continues with a huge year for Nike and Jordan Brand as they continue releasing some of their most iconic silhouettes from the numbered Air Jordan line.

Toronto Raptors News / The Lead / June 1

Toronto Raptors 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Toronto Raptors will be entering the 2026 NBA Draft coming off one of their better seasons in quite a while. The Raptors finished 46-36 in 2025-26 and made the playoffs for the first time since 2022.

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The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 1

Raptors Offseason Priority List: Who’s Gone, Who’s Staying, and Who Could Be Added

The Toronto Raptors are a month away from the start of free agency, so there will be some decisions made that will greatly affect the franchise's future very soon.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / June 1

These former Raptors are playing in the 2026 NBA Finals

The conference champions have been decided, and the NBA Finals are about to be underway. This time around, it is the New York Knicks versus the San Antonio Spurs.

Jakob Poeltl News / Raptors Republic / May 31

Inside Jakob Poeltl’s injury-filled season

The following is part of Raptors Republic’s series of pieces reviewing the season for the Toronto Raptors. You can find all the pieces in the series here.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / May 31

The Raptors’ bench has some summer homework

Although the heartbreaking loss in game 7 was a sad way to end the season, it’s hard to find a Raptors fan that isn’t full of hope for next season. Already

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / May 30

RAPTORS DRAFT STEALS & SLEEPERS

Samson Folk & Mac Cunningham discuss the draft and some options for the 50th pick. Find Mac’s episode on the guards at pick 19 here. From my piece: “What worked for Barnes: When it comes to problem solving in the NBA Playoffs, the mid-range is an extremely important release valve.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / May 30

What Mock Drafts Are Saying About Raptors' No. 19 Pick

The Toronto Raptors are an intriguing team to watch when it comes to the NBA draft next month. The Raptors have the 19th overall pick, and they could use it in a number of different ways to help go from being a first-round exit to a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference.

Sandro Mamukelashvili News / The Lead / May 25

Toronto Must Keep Sandro Mamukelashvili for Ideal Offense

For years, the Toronto Raptors have searched for a reliable center — particularly one who can stretch the floor without disrupting offensive flow. Although the Raptors are still searching for long-term stability at the position, center Sandro Mamukelashvili has begun to show he can become that reliable big man.