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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.

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.

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The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make 21+ free throws in a single NBA game can you name in seven minutes?

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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.

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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 / 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.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 13

Five Big Questions Before Suns Visit Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are hoping to stop their skid as they take on the Phoenix Suns inside Scotiabank Arena. To learn more about the Raptors' upcoming opponent, we spoke with Phoenix Suns on SI publisher Donnie Druin.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 13

Raptors Hope to Reverse Fortunes vs. Red Hot Suns

The Toronto Raptors are hosting the Phoenix Suns at 7:30 p.m. ET inside the Scotiabank Arena. Fans can watch the game on TSN Sports or stream it on NBA League Pass.

Jamal Shead News / Raptors HQ / March 12

Why leave Jamal Shead defenceless?

The Toronto Raptors lost an excruciating game to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night. You can’t even say it was because they were on the road, either, because the NOLA arena had like 10 people in it.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 12

Raptors May Want to Trade For Pelicans Star After He Beat Them

The Toronto Raptors are no stranger to making a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans. The Raptors acquired Brandon Ingram from the Pelicans a little more than a year ago, and he went on to have an All-Star campaign in his first year with the team.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 12

Scottie Barnes listed as All-Defensive team member on The Zach Lowe Show

On the most recent edition of the Zach Lowe Show, host Zach Lowe and John Hollinger got into their predictions for NBA All-Defensive teams, and both of them listed Toronto’s Scottie Barnes as a nominee.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 12

The Raptors fell into the play-in

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath detail the latest in the Raptors realm. From Louis’ piece: “At least the Raptors surprised us against the Pelicans? We know they are going to lose to better teams.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 12

Five Big Stats Explain Raptors Loss to Pelicans

The Toronto Raptors are stunned after losing to the New Orleans Pelicans 122-111 inside the Scotiabank Arena. The loss means the Raptors had a winless two-game road trip, and that doesn't bode well for the team moving forward.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

Raptors coach reacts to Dejounte Murray-Jamal Shead incident

Emotions ran high during the game between the Toronto Raptors and the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on Wednesday. It was Brandon Ingram’s first return to New Orleans, where he spent six seasons, since being traded to Toronto last season.

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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Toronto Raptors News / Field Level Media / March 9