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Why Raptors should go after Georges Niang on the buyout market

Now that the trade deadline has passed, that means we get one final round of transactions league-wide, as tanking teams usually release veterans that were either on the team or just acquired at the trade deadline, in order to prioritize their youngsters.

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Pistons Brawl Suspensions Affecting Raptors Game

The Toronto Raptors are taking on the Detroit Pistons, who will look a little different following the news of some suspensions handed out by the league.

Jakob Poeltl News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 11

Will Raptors’ Jakob Poeltl make injury return vs. Pistons right before All-Star break?

On Wednesday evening, the Toronto Raptors will hit the floor for the final time before the All-Star break for a game against the Detroit Pistons. Big man Jakob Poeltl is on the injury report for this one, currently listed as questionable due to return to competition reconditioning.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 11

Second-Round Pick Season: Why So Many Deals Were About Flexibility, Not Talent

If you looked at the trade deadline, you might have been confused. There were 27 trades, but most weren't for superstars. Instead, teams were swapping players for second-round picks just to save money, like the Toronto Raptors taking on Chris Paul just to get under the luxury tax.

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The '3-Point Era playoff scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the 36 players in the NBA's Three-Point Era (since 1979-80) to score at least 2,500 career points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

The 'Most 50-point NBA games' quiz

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Haywood Highsmith News / Raptors Republic / February 11

Why the Raptors should chase Haywood Highsmith on the buyout market

What has this season come to? Am I really about to sit here and write an entire piece convincing you that the Raptors should ‘chase’ a guy who just got waived from one of the worst teams in the league?

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Jonathan Mogbo News / Raptors Republic / February 11

Mogbo’s offensive outburst, last-minute push not enough as Raptors 905 fall to Charge

Two of the Eastern Conference’s best went at it Tuesday night at the Public Auditorium, but it was the Cleveland Charge who survived a late push from Jonathan Mogbo and the Raptors 905 to win 126-122.

NBA News / Raptors HQ / February 11

Raptors Host Eastern Top-Seeded Pistons

The Toronto Raptors conclude one of their longest home stands of the season as they host the Detroit Pistons. This is their first of three matchups this season, and the last game for both teams before the All-Star break.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / February 11

Raptors Fix Biggest Need in NBA Mock Draft

The Toronto Raptors are improving as a team, but there are still some flaws in how they operate things. One of the biggest struggles the Raptors have had all season long is their shooting from beyond the three-point line.

Brandon Ingram News / Raptors Republic / February 10

How did Brandon Ingram return to All-Star status?

Samson Folk dives into Brandon Ingram’s All-Star selection. From Ian’s write up: The 28-year-old will play for the “USA Stripes” team in his second All-Star game, meaning he’ll square off against teammate Scottie Barnes, who’s on the “Stars” squad.

Chris Paul News / Athlon Sports / February 10

Raptors Reboot: Chris Paul, Youth Movement, and Fantasy Implications for 2026

When your tech is on the fritz, the best solution may be to reboot your device. That’s more or less what the Toronto Raptors did at the trade deadline, and the moves they made come with new fantasy implications.

Collin Murray-Boyles News / Raptors Republic / February 10

Raptors Injury News: Collin Murray-Boyles out for contest against Pistons

We’ve got bad news ahead of Toronto’s last game pre All-Star break as Collin Murray-Boyles is listed as out for tomorrow’s game against the Detroit Pistons due to his thumb injury.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / February 10

Two All Stars proves the Raptors’ blueprint is working

The NBA announced that Brandon Ingram will replace Steph Curry at the NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles. Ingram will join Scottie Barnes in the festivities, while Darko Rajakovic and his staff will coach Team World on Sunday.

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Toronto Raptors News / Field Level Media / February 10

Raptors' Brandon Ingram to replace Stephen Curry in ASG

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram on Tuesday was named to replace injured Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry on USA Stripes in the upcoming NBA All-Star Game.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 10

Brandon Ingram Replacing Stephen Curry In All-Star Game

Six years after earning his first All-Star nod as a member of the Pelicans, Raptors forward Brandon Ingram has been named to his second All-Star game, the NBA announced today (via Twitter).

Trayce Jackson-Davis News / Toronto Raptors on SI / February 10

Trade Deadline Acquisition Trayce Jackson-Davis Makes Raptors Look Smart After Debut

Toronto Raptors big man Trayce Jackson-Davis should be all smiles after his debut in the team's win over the Indiana Pacers. Jackson-Davis recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds in the win over the Pacers while playing in just 16 minutes of action.

Brandon Ingram News / Last Word On Sports / February 10

Can Brandon Ingram Become an All-Star Injury Replacement?

Although the 2026 NBA All-Star rosters are already set, coming in as an injury replacement remains a realistic path for Brandon Ingram. His level of play this season has kept him firmly in the conversation, particularly if a late withdrawal opens a spot in the Eastern Conference.

Scottie Barnes News / Toronto Raptors on SI / February 10

Raptors Coach Makes Very Bold Scottie Barnes Statement

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is heading to the All-Star game this weekend in Los Angeles for the second time in his career. Barnes, 24, has played extremely well this season, averaging 19.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per game while dishing out 5.6 assists per contest.