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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.

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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.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Raptors’ Scottie Barnes drops dangerous reaction to Kawhi Leonard trade

The Toronto Raptors’ trade for Kawhi Leonard, which required them to send Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033,

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.

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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.

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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.

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

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / July 10

Scottie Barnes is the Raptors’ new Kyle Lowry

Comparison is the thief of joy. It is also often misguided when it comes to basketball, specifically. Two players can be alike, but simply equating one player’s game to another’s rarely captures the game’s nuance.

NBA News / Raptors HQ / July 10

Raptors vs Celtics: Kawhi needs the kids to learn fast in Summer League

Amidst the uncertainty of the latest chapter in the Kawhi Leonard saga, the Toronto Raptors have a Summer League circuit to tackle. Game one tips-off against the Boston Celtics on Friday at 9:00 p.m.

Kawhi Leonard News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 10

2 Winners and 3 Losers From Raptors Offseason, Including Kawhi Leonard

It's safe to say the Toronto Raptors have had a lot of wins this off-season. From the blockbuster trade that brought Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, the selections of Allen Graves and Jaden Bradley in the NBA Draft, and the bargain sigining of Kyle Anderson to round out their second unit, there is plenty to be excited about.

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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.

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

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / July 9

Jaden Bradley & Allen Graves Film Breakdown w/ a scout

Samson Folk & Josh Codinera breakdown the Raptors new draftees before summer league. https://youtu.be/I0pPngosIdI From Brendan’s piece: “The college

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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.

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.

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

The 'NBA's best active free throw shooters' quiz