-
Follow Us
On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
Free Newsletters
On YouTubeToronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 9
Raptors 905 weekly preview: Can the 905 make history?
This is a weekly piece recapping the last week of Raptors 905 basketball, before previewing what is to come throughout the next seven days. If you had said back on Nov.7, when the Raptors 905 opened their season, that just over a month later the team would be undefeated and one win away from history, I would have called you crazy.
NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 9
Raptors need one thing to beat Knicks in NBA Cup
The Toronto Raptors are going into their biggest game of the season when they take on the New York Knicks in their NBA Cup quarterfinal. After going 4-0 in group play and winning nine games in a row, the Raptors have only won three of their last eight games.
Scottie Barnes News / Raptors Republic / December 9
Raptors showdown vs Knicks & Scottie Barnes’ improved driving
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to preview the Raptors big cup game against the Knicks. From Samson’s piece: “Before this stretch, the Raptors were the 2nd most efficient pull up team in the NBA and didn’t rely on them often (bottom 10 in volume).
The 'NBA Assist Champions since 1976-77' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 9
Five questions to preview Knicks vs. Raptors NBA Cup quarterfinal
The Toronto Raptors are getting ready for their NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup against the New York Knicks. With the game afoot, we spoke with New York Knicks On SI contributor Kenneth Teape to learn more about the opposition.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 9
Xs and Os: Prepping Toronto’s pseudo-playoff game against the Knicks
The Toronto Raptors, amid a weeks-long collapse, are about to face a real basketball test. The first one posed to the team since 2022, which team rostered one single player who remains on the team: Scottie Barnes.
NBA News / FirstSportz / December 9
'Extra Chromosome Strength': $300 Million-Star Jaylen Brown Controversially Praises Rival Scottie Barnes
As the veteran superstars play on into their final years, the emergence of young guns is crucial for the NBA to continue its global dominance. Enter the likes of Scottie Barnes, who has become the Toronto Raptors’ most important player.
RJ Barrett News / Hoops Rumors / December 8
Raptors' RJ Barrett out at least one more week
Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett recently received a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection in his sprained right knee, and while he’s making progress in his recovery, he will be out at least one more week.
Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 8
The real reason the Toronto Raptors have been struggling after their hot streak
The Toronto Raptors have gone backwards since enjoying a 9-game win streak at the end of November. The Toronto Raptors were one of the best teams in the NBA at that point, winning 13 of 14 games, including a 9-game win streak.
RJ Barrett News / Raptors Republic / December 8
RJ Barrett to be evaluated in one week after plasma injection
Raptors guard RJ Barrett is still sidelined with the right knee sprain injury that he suffered in the November 23rd matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. Barrett received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his right knee, which will hopefully accelerate his recovery and get him back on the court sooner than later.
The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history
Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.
Brandon Ingram News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 8
Brandon Ingram reveals mindset before Raptors' NBA Cup game vs. Knicks
The Toronto Raptors have hit a cold streak, losing five of their last six games, but arguably their biggest game of the season is quickly approaching. The Raptors are gearing up to host the New York Knicks for an NBA Cup elimination game after advancing from group play.
NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 8
Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla gives Scottie Barnes his flowers after Raptors game
The Toronto Raptors suffered their third consecutive loss, falling 121-113 at home to the Boston Celtics. Despite the Raptors clawing back from a 23-point deficit, the Celtics took care of business down the stretch, backed by a 30-point outing from Jaylen Brown.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 8
The Raptors offense is in a free fall
Over the last 8 games, the Raptors have the worst offensive rating in the NBA. Prior to that? The best offensive start the franchise has had to a season — as far as rankings go — in the tracking era.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 8
Raptors Roundup: Disintegrating Defense, A Disco Party, and The End of Lebronto
Welcome to Raptors Roundup! A weekly recap of everything going on in the world of the Toronto Raptors. In this edition we discuss the tumultuous past week for the Raptors including the win over the Portland Trailblazers, and the three losses against the Los Angeles Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, and Boston Celtics.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / December 8
What an NBA Cup would mean for the Toronto Raptors 
Coming off three losses in a row from the Raptors, victory is not exactly at the forefront of the minds of the Toronto faithful. The NBA Cup knockout game against New York could look very different, especially if RJ Barrett makes a comeback.
Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 8
Brandon Ingram and Darko Rajakovic make the same point about RJ Barrett as Raptors lose three in a row
The Toronto Raptors have now lost three consecutive games after falling to the Boston Celtics on Sunday, 113-121. The Raptors were 12-5 not so long ago, and some were beginning to question whether they could be Eastern Conference contenders.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 8
Raptors ranked among top trade destinations for Giannis Antetokounmpo
After losing to the Boston Celtics, the Toronto Raptors have now dropped three consecutive games and five of their last six. The Raptors were sitting comfortably in second place in the East, but this recent skid has dropped them to fourth place with a 15-10 record.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 6
Raptors look to rebound against surging Celtics
The Toronto Raptors are showing the effects of a grueling stretch in the schedule and there is no letup Sunday afternoon when they host the Boston Celtics.
NBA 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.
Rui Hachimura News / Yardbarker / December 4
Rui Hachimura wins it at the buzzer for Lakers in thriller over Raptors
The Los Angeles Lakers and Toronto Raptors put on a show on Thursday night in a game that went down to the final seconds.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 30
Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel's big shot caps huge day for his family
Kon Knueppel's uncle worked the Michigan-Ohio State game Saturday. Perhaps that inspired the Charlotte Hornets rookie, who hit a game-tying three-pointer in the final seconds to force overtime in Charlotte's 118-111 win over the Toronto Raptors.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
MY ACCOUNT SUBSCRIBE ADVERTISE JOBS FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2025 YB Media, LLC.
All rights reserved.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.