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Are The Toronto Raptors Losing Momentum At The Worst Time?

The Toronto Raptors are entering the most important stretch of their season, but recent performances suggest the team may be losing momentum at the worst possible time.

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Why a DeMar DeRozan Raptors Reunion is Suddenly a 'Non-Zero' Possibility

In some ways, the Toronto Raptors got a taste of their own medicine in their loss against the Sacramento Kings. Former Raptors legend DeMar DeRozan scored 28 points as he helped his Kings earn their 20th win of the season against Toronto, the place he called home from 2009-18.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 2

Raptors film room: one of the worst losses of the season

The Raptors got outplayed by DeMar DeRozan and Precious Achiuwa in an all-important game. Yes, they didn’t have Brandon Ingram and Immanuel Quickley but they couldn’t take care of business against the lowly Kings.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 2

Why Raptors 'Urgency Problem' is More Than Just a Bad Night vs. Kings

The Toronto Raptors are feeling the frustration after losing to the Sacramento Kings at home in a game they really could have benefited from winning. The Raptors now find themselves in seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings, on the wrong end of a tiebreaker with the Philadelphia 76ers.

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The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NBA in made two-pointers for each season of the NBA's three-point era (since 1979-80) can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

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NBA News / Last Word On Sports / April 2

Everything That Went Wrong for Raptors in Loss to Kings

The Toronto Raptors dropped a frustrating game against the Sacramento Kings, and it was one that slipped away due to a combination of missed opportunities, lack of aggression, and poor execution in key moments.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 2

Why Raptors' Loss vs. Kings Isn’t the Season-Ender It Looks Like

The Toronto Raptors are feeling the pressure after losing to the Sacramento Kings 123-115 in front of their own fans at Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors had a lot going against them in the game, with several players out due to injury and playing on the second night of a back-to-back.

RJ Barrett News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 2

Raptors’ RJ Barrett drops eye-opening take after damaging loss to Kings

The Toronto Raptors took a hit on Wednesday night. The Sacramento Kings, sitting at the bottom of the West, snapped a four-game skid with a 123-115 win.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / April 2

The Raptors are in the make or break stretch

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath detail the latest in the Raptors realm. From Camden’s QR: “Barnes: D+ Barnes’ shot-making wasn’t really there tonight, as evidenced by the point-blank wide open layup he missed after a fantastic Poeltl pass at one point.

NBA News / Raptors Republic / April 2

Raptors missteps continue with loss against ailing Kings

Even without Brandon Ingram and Immanuel Quickley, the Sacramento Kings should have been an easy win for the Toronto Raptors. They are ranked toward the bottom of the league in both offense and defense, they had a never ending list of players on the injury report, yet somehow Toronto still found a way to lose to this team.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 2

Four Big Numbers to Know After Raptors Shocking Loss vs. Kings

The Toronto Raptors are absolutely utterly embarrassed after losing to the Sacramento Kings by a score of 123-115 at home in front of their fans at the Scotiabank Arena.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 1

Raptors coach succinctly explains embarrassing loss to Kings

The Toronto Raptors suffered a second straight loss after getting embarrassed by the Sacramento Kings, 123-115, at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday. The Raptors fell to 42-34.

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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.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 1

Former Raptors guide Kings to victory at Toronto

DeMar DeRozan and Precious Achiuwa each scored 28 points Wednesday night as the visiting Sacramento Kings stunned their former team, the Toronto Raptors, 123-115.

Scottie Barnes News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Should The Raptors Rest Scottie Barnes? Injury Concern Grows

The Toronto Raptors are entering a critical stretch of the season, but a growing concern continues to follow the team. Raptors forward Scottie Barnes has clearly been dealing with an injury that is causing him discomfort, and it has started to affect his overall performance.

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The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

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Toronto Raptors News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Final Injury Report for Kings-Raptors: Will Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram Play?

The Toronto Raptors are at home on Wednesday night as they host the Sacramento Kings in an interconference matchup. Toronto enters Wednesday’s game with a 42-33 record after losing on the road to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.

Gradey Dick News / Toronto Raptors on SI / April 1

Gradey Dick Trade Rumors: Analyzing the Raptors Guard's Future and Potential Landing Spots

The Toronto Raptors are gearing up for a playoff run this spring, but the summer should bring some change as they look to take that next step as a team.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 1

Raptors seek faster start in encounter vs. Kings

The Toronto Raptors will aim to find their shooting touch a little bit quicker and return to a winning mode on Wednesday night when they host the Sacramento Kings.

Scottie Barnes News / Last Word On Sports / April 1

Scottie Barnes’ Defensive Player of the Year Case Explained

The Toronto Raptors have built much of their identity around defense this season. At the center of that identity is Scottie Barnes, who continues to prove he is one of the most versatile defenders in the league.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 1

Pistons' Jalen Duren achieves NBA first with latest near-perfect game

In a near-perfect performance, Duren scored 31 points in 35 minutes.

Victor Wembanyama's dominant season comes with a stunning stat

Karl-Anthony Towns pulls a curious move during the Knicks' latest loss

Dillon Brooks picks up a technical foul less than two minutes into return

Mavericks dysfunction timeline: Mark Cuban's 'regrets' are nothing new

LeBron James has been linked to an intriguing new team

Jaden Ivey allegedly asked reporters inappropriate questions prior to release

RJ Barrett News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Raptors Announce RJ Barrett Injury Update Before Pistons Game

As the Toronto Raptors prepare for their matchup against the Detroit Pistons, there are some concerns about player availability. The Raptors are coming off a dominant 52-point win over the Orlando Magic and have put together a strong season, currently sitting as the No.

Masai Ujiri News / Hoops Wire / March 31

Masai Ujiri joins WNBA’s Toronto ownership, keeps eye on NBA return

Masai Ujiri is back in the game. Just in a different lane for now. The former Raptors president has joined the ownership group of the WNBA’s Toronto Tempo as a principal owner, the expansion franchise announced.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 31

Raptors ride momentum of lopsided win into clash vs. Pistons

The Toronto Raptors improved their chances of avoiding the play-in tournament over the past two games. The Raptors will look for their third straight victory when they visit the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday.

Scottie Barnes News / Raptors Nation / March 30

Barnes Leads Raptors’ Dominant Win As Toronto Overwhelms Magic 139-87

Scottie Barnes delivered a career-high 15 assists and added 23 points as the Toronto Raptors dismantled the Orlando Magic 139-87 on Sunday night. Toronto used a massive scoring run early and never looked back, securing its most lopsided win of the season.