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Allen Graves Dominated his Summer League Debut (Film Breakdown)

Samson Folk breaks down Allen Graves’ Summer League debut. From Louis’ piece: “The Raptors finally got out in transition in end the first half with a lineup that featured all of Hepburn, Bradley, and Graves.

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Raptors fall to Celtics, but Graves proves ideal for Raptors’ identity

No matter where the Toronto Raptors go, in this new era of the team, there is one certainty that will follow them: The team will play hellacious defence.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 11

The Most Underrated Move the Raptors Made This Summer

The Toronto Raptors' offseason has been defined by their attempt to trade for Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers. While the deal has not been finalized yet, the Raptors also made another sly addition to the roster by signing veteran forward Kyle Anderson to a one-year deal.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 11

Scottie Barnes On Kawhi Leonard’s 'Dangerous' Trade: 'We’re Trying To Take Candy From A Baby'

Kawhi Leonard is inches away from officially returning to the Raptors. While the trade has been agreed on, it has been put on hold pending the NBA’s investigation into the controversy around Kawhi Leonard’s contract and the alleged attempt to circumvent the salary cap limits.

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How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / July 10

Did Graves have the best Summer League debut in Raptors history?

Here are our grades after the Toronto Raptors fell to the Boston Celtics 83-80 in Summer League. 22 points, 13 rebounds, 3 steals, 2 blocks, 56.2 FG%, 37.5 3P% This was a massive debut for those who believed in Graves.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Scottie Barnes News / Raptors HQ / July 10

Barnes speaks on Kawhi: We’re trying to take candy from a baby

During Summer League action between the Toronto Raptors and the Boston Celtics, Scottie Barnes appeared on the ESPN broadcast (NBA TV Canada). At one point in the sideline interview, Barnes was asked about the potential addition of Kawhi Leonard.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / July 10

Collin Murray-Boyles, Alijah Martin to miss Raptors’ Summer League opener

Collin Murray-Boyles (finger sprain) and Alijah Martin (knee inflammation) have both been ruled OUT for the Toronto Raptors’ summer league opener set to tip off at 9pm ET against the Boston Celtics.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 10

Raptors set one condition to complete controversial Kawhi Leonard trade

Despite all the controversy, the Raptors still want the Kawhi Leonard deal to go through. But some things need to change, obviously.

NBA has potential mess on its hands as Kawhi Leonard trade put on hold

NBA nixes Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors pending investigation in Clippers

Former Spurs Staffer Confirms Gregg Popovich Refused To Trade Kawhi Leonard To Lakers In 2018

The 'NBA Playoff scoring-record by team' quiz

Kawhi Leonard News / Yardbarker / July 10

NBA has potential mess on its hands as Kawhi Leonard trade put on hold

The reports of Kawhi Leonard being traded to the Toronto Raptors were premature.

Knicks' latest move gives Jalen Brunson reason to smile

Teams are recruiting LeBron James through a bizarre method

Mark Cuban takes Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont to court

Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga pursuit comes with an obvious problem

Spurs make decision on announcer accused of cheating with player's sister

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 9

Raptors Expected To Hire Stephen Silas As Assistant Coach

Although head coach Darko Rajakovic and several of his assistants received four-year contract extensions earlier in the offseason, the Raptors‘ staff will be undergoing a few changes this offseason, according to Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca, who reports that the team is expected to hire Stephen Silas as an assistant coach.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 8

Raptors make intriguing move with addition of ex-head coach to staff

The Toronto Raptors made one of the biggest blockbuster moves of the offseason after reuniting with Kawhi Leonard via trade with the LA Clippers. The move

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 8

The Biggest Remaining Question Facing the Raptors

The Toronto Raptors have most of their roster set in stone going into the upcoming season, but it is not a complete puzzle quite yet. The Raptors are missing some size in the second unit, and there is no clear solution as to who will be backing up Jakob Poeltl at centre this upcoming season.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Jimmy Butler sends message after Kyle Lowry's retirement news

While Butler remains focused on returning healthy at some point next season, one of his closest friends and former teammates officially brought his own NBA career to an end.

Kyle Lowry wraps up 20-year NBA career as a Raptors all-time great

Kawhi Leonard makes a grand gesture at Kyle Lowry’s retirement

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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 7