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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 6

In contrast to Ball’s malaise, Ingram and Raptors have opportunity for more

With time running out in the first half, Brandon Ingram formed up at the top of the floor and banged a quick-trigger triple. It was the most decisive play the

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 6

This Raptors trait makes them potential contenders

The Toronto Raptors are battling adversity this season as they tried to return to the playoffs for the first time in four years. The Raptors have been an interesting team to watch over the first quarter of the season, competing at a level higher than most expected them to.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 6

Raptors 905 lean on ‘we over me’ approach in record-tying win against Go-Go

TORONTO — No game is created equal. And for a Raptors 905 team that’s off to its best start in franchise history, every win has been slightly different — consisting of its own obstacles that have been overcome and a wide variety of high-note performances along the way.

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Darko Rajakovic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Even Darko Rajakovic knows Raptors need to ‘recharge very quickly’ after Hornets loss

The Toronto Raptors have had a rough two days. Two days ago, Toronto lost in heartbreaking fashion to the Los Angeles Lakers after a Rui Hachimura game-winner.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

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NBA News / Raptors Republic / December 6

Raptors fall to Hornets in embarassing fashion

After a heart-breaking, yet historic loss against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night, the Raptors had their third matchup in two weeks with the Charlotte Hornets.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 6

Five numbers to know after Raptors' disappointing loss vs. Hornets

The Toronto Raptors are disappointed after a 111-86 loss to the Charlotte Hornets inside Scotiabank Arena. It's the second loss to the Hornets in a week, falling to them on the road in Charlotte in overtime, and now this time in Toronto.

Brandon Ingram News / Raptors Republic / December 5

Raptors Film Room: Brandon Ingram struggles in loss to Hornets

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MEgjOIHqzc Yikes. That was bad. Brandon Ingram had his worst game as a Raptor as Toronto lost to the Hornets. The Raptors have now lost 4 of their last five games.

Darko Rajakovic News / Raptors HQ / December 5

‘You can’t control winning’ says Raptors coach as they lose to Hornets

“We can’t control winning,” Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic said on Friday evening. On a cold December night, the Raptors prepared to play their second game of a back-to-back, their 5th game in seven nights.

Jamison Battle News / Raptors Republic / December 5

Jamison Battle exits Friday night’s game with a left ankle sprain

Early in the fourth quarter, Jamison Battle exited Friday’s matchup with the Charlotte Hornets after tweaking his ankle contesting a three-pointer. The X-rays have come back negative and he is considered day-to-day.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 5

The Raptors’ offence a sloppy, arrhythmic mess against Hornets

Ginger Baker was a brilliant drummer and, if reports are to be believed, something of a mess of a man. He blended rhythms like a fusion restaurant and was one of the best drummers in the world in the 1960s, even joining former bandmate Jack Bruce and Eric Clapton in supergroup Cream.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 5

Bill Simmons says he has completely changed his mind about Scottie Barnes this season

Scottie Barnes came into this season with a lot of pressure to perform at a high level. The Toronto Raptors went all-in on building the team around Scottie Barnes after trading OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 5

Scottie Barnes comments on being the one to end LeBron James’ legendary 10-point streak

LeBron James’ 10-point streak ended against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night. LeBron James’ 10-point streak finally ended after 1,297 straight games and nearly 19 years.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 5

Three Raptors trade targets that could make them a contender

The Toronto Raptors should be going into the trade season with the idea of being a buyer. As one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, the Raptors have the potential to grow with a trade or two.

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RJ Barrett News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 5

Why Raptors need RJ Barrett back soon from injury

Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett remains on the sidelines with the knee sprain that he suffered on Nov. 23. Since Barrett's injury, the Raptors are 4-3, a far cry from their 12-5 record they had before he went down.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Yardbarker / December 5

Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes: Why under-the-radar Eastern Conference team makes sense

It’s beginning to feel less like if and more like when the Milwaukee Bucks decide to trade superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 5

Raptors HC Reveals How 20-YO Rookie Ended LeBron James’ Scoring Streak

Tonight, as the Toronto Raptors took on the Los Angeles Lakers, the final score was overshadowed by one key storyline. LeBron James’ historic streak of double-digit scoring was broken after 1,297 games.