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Raptors slide in new NBA rest-of-season record prediction

The Toronto Raptors went on a recent two-game road trip fresh off a nine-game winning streak, but they fell back down to earth while away from home. The Raptors lost both of their last two games, moving to 14-7 on the season and into third place in the Eastern Conference.

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The Quiz of the Day

The Raptors are figuring out what they need

Samson Folk & Louis Zatzman detail the latest in the Raptors realm. From Louis’ piece: “There have been some truly awful losses in the history of this franchise.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 1

December schedule gives Raptors fair share of challenges

The Toronto Raptors are beginning a new month in which they have 13 games on the schedule. Here's a look at each game and what it could mean for the Raptors: The month begins with a visit from the Blazers, who could give the Raptors a run for their money if Toronto plays like it did in its last two losses.

RJ Barrett News / Raptors Republic / December 1

Raptors Roundup: Broken Barrett, Broken Win Streak, Broken Offense?

Welcome to the third edition of Raptors Roundup! In this one we’re going to try a slightly different format, one that feels like a more natural flow of the events of the week rather than sectioned off, jumbling up the timeline.

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 50-point NBA games' quiz

The 'Most 15-rebound triple-doubles in NBA history' quiz

The '30-piont, 20-rebound NBA playoff games' quiz

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / December 1

Raptors’ shot-making abandons them in loss to Knicks

A ton has been made of the Toronto Raptors’ offence transcending to achieve best-ever numbers early in the season. But over their last three games it’s come

NBA News / Yardbarker

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

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 1

What's next for Raptors after consecutive losses?

The Toronto Raptors are unlike most people, who are sad the weekend is over, because they lost a pair of games on the road against the Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 1

Five numbers to know after Raptors fall vs. Knicks

The Toronto Raptors are picking up the pieces after losing to the New York Knicks 116-94 inside Madison Square Garden. The numbers inside the box score looked bleak in the loss.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / November 30

Raptors skid continues in blowout vs. Knicks

The Toronto Raptors are disappointed after losing to the New York Knicks 116-94 on Sunday night at Madison Square Garden. The Raptors came into the game after losing last night to the Charlotte Hornets, but were unable to get another winning streak started.

Scottie Barnes News / Raptors Republic / November 30

After losing to the Knicks, Barnes and the Raptors face second test of their season

The Toronto Raptors went approximately a month during which they were the hottest team in the NBA. Scottie Barnes emerged as the do-everything star he has long promised to be.

NBA News / Raptors Republic / November 30

Raptors lose to Hornets in overtime

The Hornets never led in regulation, and the Raptors failed to properly close this road game in BI3’s home state. Despite getting off to a hot start, the Raptors’ offense wasn’t generating as good looks in the second quarter.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / November 30

Raptors’ Jakob Poeltl out vs. Knicks, Jonathan Mogbo recalled

If the Toronto Raptors are going to avoid just their second losing streak of the season, they’ll have to do it without at least two go-to starters. Centre Jakob Poeltl has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the New York Knicks due to lower-back injury management, the team announced.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / November 30

Five questions ahead of Raptors vs. Knicks

The Toronto Raptors are getting back on the court after falling to the Charlotte Hornets in overtime when they take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

Jamal Shead News / Raptors Republic / November 30

Jamal Shead is a revelation for the Raptors

There are seven minutes remaining in the Toronto Raptors’ game against the Charlotte Hornets. Jamal Shead is on the floor. He is a reserve, but with RJ Barrett out injured, Darko Rajakovic has been turning to his bench point guard more and more often in high-leverage situations.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / November 30

Five numbers to know after Raptors lose vs. Hornets

The Toronto Raptors are seeing their win streak come to an end after a 118-111 loss in overtime against the Charlotte Hornets. The Raptors took their first loss since Nov.

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Kon Knueppel 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.

Miles Bridges, Colin Sexton help Hornets snap Raptors' winning streak

Ohio State exorcises Michigan demons with blowout road win

The 20 greatest trash talkers in NBA history

The '1996-97 Charlotte Hornets' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 29

Miles Bridges, Colin Sexton help Hornets snap Raptors' win streak

Miles Bridges, Colin Sexton help Hornets snap Raptors' winning streak

Heading into Saturday night, the Toronto Raptors had the NBA's second-longest winning streak at nine games.

Three teams linked to trade rumors regarding Hornets' LaMelo Ball

Pistons nearly relinquish big lead, halt Heat's win streak

Pascal Siakam's buzzer-beater propels Pacers past Bulls

Behind Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks top Nets, end losing streak

Timberwolves overcome Jaylen Brown's big game to top Celtics

NBA News / BasketballNews.com / November 28

Raptors, Heat surging: Two unlikely contenders rise to the top of the East

At a time when teams continue to stack star power on their rosters, the Toronto Raptors and Miami Heat are reminding the league that cohesion, continuity and belief can be just as powerful as raw superstar talent.

Brandon Ingram News / Hardwood Heroics / November 28

'Everybody’s Bought In' – Toronto Raptors’ Brandon Ingram Reveals His True Feelings on the Team’s 9-Game Winning Streak

Brandon Ingram praised the Toronto Raptors’ chemistry and togetherness after they extended their winning run to nine games with a 97-95 victory against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday evening.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 28

Raptors’ $120 million Brandon Ingram gamble looking like a steal. Are they a real contender?

The Toronto Raptors entered the 2025-26 season having won just 55 games over the past two seasons. For reference, their 2019 title-winning squad won 58 games, and the year after that, they won 53 in 72 games.

Toronto Raptors News / Yardbarker / November 26

Brandon Ingram's game-winner extends Raptors' win streak to nine

Each and every NBA season is full of surprise teams and breakout players. Among those through the first month of this season is undoubtedly the Toronto Raptors.

Ingram deserves some love in early MVP conversations

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

The '2016 Team USA men's basketball' quiz