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Loss vs. Nuggets Exposes Raptors Recurring Problem

The Toronto Raptors are back in the loss column after falling to the Denver Nuggets by a score of 121-115 inside Ball Arena. The loss doesn't move the Raptors out of fifth place in the Eastern Conference, but it does tighten the gap between them and the other teams in the playoff race.

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Raptors 905 win in Portland, but a little too close for comfort

The 905 had such a big lead, I had lost sight of the score. I looked down and realized they were only up 109-95 in the fourth. At one point, the 905 had a 34-point lead and the Rip City Remix never had a single lead.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 21

What Raptors Playoff Rotation Could Look Like

The Toronto Raptors are on pace to make the playoffs for the first time in four seasons. With the post-season appearance on the horizon, the Raptors are likely going to tighten their playoff rotation, which should give more minutes to the top players and could possibly bench some of the second unit.

Toronto Raptors News / BasketballNews.com / March 21

Raptors built on culture. What comes next?

For years, the Toronto Raptors have prided themselves on culture. It was never just about talent or star power. It was about identity, accountability, and a belief that development could bridge the gap between good and great.

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How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Raptors Republic / March 21

Raptors come up short in clutch loss against Nuggets

The journey to being a great team is littered with trials of hardship along the way. Any great team worth its salt has gotten to that level, only after they showed their resiliency and an ability to compete with other great teams.

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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.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 21

Raptors film room: their starters are beginning to dominate

The Raptors starters were +17 in 17 minutes in a six-point loss to the Nuggets in Denver. What went wrong? What went right? Is this a moral victory? I broke it down here: Here’s Samson Folk on the game: Poeltl though, was… powerful… impactful, and game changing in what he brought from the center position to keep the Raptors out front.

NBA News / Raptors Republic / March 20

Raptors out done in the clutch in loss to the Nuggets

Principles and reads are really what drive basketball outside of the talent. It’s something the Raptors have been working very hard on adhering to in their open and interpretive play.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 20

How the Raptors are gamifying transition frequency in their favour

The new Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol flick – Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie – understandably took Toronto by storm. It’s a perfect piece of Canadiana (Torontoiana?) flush with referential humour and colourful absurdity that captures the essence of the city perfectly.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 20

How Jakob Poeltl, Raptors Will Attack Nikola Jokic vs. Nuggets

The Toronto Raptors are set to face the daunting task of defending Nikola Jokic for the first time this season when they face off against the Denver Nuggets.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 20

Raptors Can Sense 'Turning Point' Before Nuggets Game

The Toronto Raptors are currently enjoying a three-game win streak where they have demonstrated that they deserve to be a playoff team. Teams in the NBA should want to play their best basketball at this time of the year, and that's exactly what the Raptors are doing.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 19

The Raptors are trying to avoid the play-in

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath detail the latest in the Raptors realm. From Louis’ piece: “Not to be outdone, Darko Rajakovic trusted his deeper bench far more than he did against the Pistons.

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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 Nation / March 20

Barrett and Ingram Lead Raptors to Dominant 139-109 Win Over Bulls

RJ Barrett scored 23 points, and Brandon Ingram added 18 as the Toronto Raptors rolled past the Chicago Bulls 139-109 on Wednesday night, extending their winning streak to three games.

NBA News / Raptors Republic / March 19

Raptors handle business early against Bulls

There are some nights in the NBA where the gap in talent is so insurmountable, it looks like the two teams don’t belong in the same league. It’s one thing to win a game, and it’s another thing to dominate a game, and last night, Toronto dominated.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 19

Five Stats That Told the Story of Raptors Win Over Bulls

The Toronto Raptors should be feeling pretty good about themselves after a 139-109 victory against the Chicago Bulls on the road. Here's a look at five numbers from the box score that shaped how the game turned out.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / March 19

Toronto Raptors Shares Optimistic Injury Update on Rookie Center Ahead of Huge Denver Nuggets Matchup

The Toronto Raptors will need all hands on deck when they face the Denver Nuggets on Friday night, and head coach Darko Rajakovic shared some good news about their frontcourt.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / March 19

Raptors film room: Ja’Kobe Walter is a developmental win

The Toronto Raptors took care of business against the lowly Chicago Bulls and pulled out a comfortable win. Ja’Kobe Walter was the standout off the bench, pouring in 18 points.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 18

Toronto Raptors Demolish Chicago Bulls 139-109 in Statement Road Victory

Sometimes, a basketball team just clicks. You can see it crisply the ball moves, the constant communication on the defensive end, and the undeniable swagger they carry walking back to the huddle.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 18

Balanced scoring attack helps Raptors complete season sweep of Bulls

RJ Barrett scored 23 points while Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram and Ja'Kobe Walter chipped in 18 apiece to boost the visiting Toronto Raptors to a 139-109 rout of the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.

Trayce Jackson-Davis News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 18

Raptors Plan For Trayce Jackson-Davis is the Right One

The Toronto Raptors traded for Trayce Jackson-Davis just over a month ago, and the team is hopeful that he can grow within their system. Jackson-Davis has not played much for the Raptors, totaling just eight appearances and averaging 4.8 minutes per game in those contests.

Toronto Raptors News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

Why Koa Peat Makes Sense For Raptors In The 2026 NBA Draft

As the 2026 NBA Draft approaches, the Toronto Raptors are expected to target versatile, high-upside players who align with their identity. While the top of the class is dominated by names like Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, and Cameron Boozer, Toronto is more likely to land in the mid-to-late lottery or just outside it.

Toronto Raptors News / Total Pro Sports / March 17