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Noa Essengue turns heads with Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam comparisons amid Raptors

French phenom Noa Essengue will be among the Toronto Raptors’ top realistic options with the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. On Tuesday, ClutchPoints asked the projected lottery pick which NBA players he models his game after.

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RJ Barrett Could Thrive With The Blazers: Mega Deal Involving Three Players And Two Picks

The NBA trade season is here, and players everywhere are bracing for what is sure to be a wild summer. In Toronto, Raptors swingman RJ Barrett finds himself at the center of rumors once again as his basketball future grows increasingly unstable.

RJ Barrett News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Raptors-Nets RJ Barrett Trade Report Drops on Tuesday

RJ Barrett emerged as the Toronto Raptors' top performer this past season, averaging 21.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game. Since arriving in a midseason trade from the New York Knicks, Barrett quickly became a go-to scoring option for Toronto and often carried the offensive load.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 24

Toronto Raptors Respond to Win-Now Trade Speculation Ahead of 2025 NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors continue to pop up in trade chatter ahead of Wednesday’s NBA Draft, but the organization is making it clear that any roster upgrades will not come at the expense of their long-term vision.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 24

NBA Insider Connects Toronto Raptors to Major Draft-Day Move

The Toronto Raptors are expected to remain active heading into Wednesday’s NBA Draft as they continue exploring ways to use the No. 9 pick to upgrade their roster.

RJ Barrett News / Raptors Nation / June 24

Raptors Rumors: Toronto Gauging Trade Market On RJ Barrett

RJ Barrett could be a trade candidate this summer. Ever since the Toronto Raptors traded for Brandon Ingram, there has been a lot of speculation about if the Raptors will move the 25-year-old.

Jrue Holiday News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 24

Toronto Raptors’ Interest in Jrue Holiday Hints at Bigger Offseason Plans

The Toronto Raptors were reportedly among several teams that expressed interest in Jrue Holiday before the veteran guard was traded back to the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night, according to Jared Weiss of The Athletic.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 24

NBA Rumors: Raptors, RJ Barrett, Rockets, Kevin Durant, Hornets

The Raptors continue to gauge trade interest in forward RJ Barrett, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. With Brandon Ingram expected to make his debut in a Raptors uniform this fall, Barrett may be the odd man out in Toronto’s starting lineup.

Toronto Raptors News / Athlon Sports / June 23

RJ Barrett Named in Raptors Trade Report Before NBA Draft

Acquiring Brandon Ingram at the NBA trade deadline was a win-now move made by the Toronto Raptors. They indeed have the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, but with Ingram and Scottie Barnes on the roster, the Raptors made it clear that they are not looking to tank.

Toronto Raptors News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Raptors Free Agent Breaks Silence on Potentially Leaving Team

After missing the playoffs once again last season, the Toronto Raptors will likely have a busy offseason in front of them as they look to get things back on track.

Pascal Siakam News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 23

Pascal Siakam Opens Up on “Dark” Days With Toronto Raptors After Pacers Finals Run

Pascal Siakam didn’t take direct shots at the Toronto Raptors. He didn’t have to. His words said plenty. Asked about Tyrese Haliburton’s injury following Indiana’s Game 7 loss in the NBA Finals, Siakam started talking about something else.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 23

Toronto Raptors Executive Reveals Draft Priorities and Traits Team Is Targeting

The Toronto Raptors are not just drafting for talent. They are looking for players tough enough to survive playoff basketball, where defense, physicality, and mental toughness separate contenders from the rest.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 23

Toronto Raptors Executive Admits Trade Talks Are Heating Up Around No. 9 Pick

As the draft board begins to take shape, the Toronto Raptors may be holding one of the most intriguing picks of the first round, and teams are lining up to try and get it.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 23

Toronto Raptors Linked to High-Upside Prospect Noa Essengue in Latest NBA Mock Draft

As the top eight of the 2025 NBA Draft starts to come into focus, the Toronto Raptors remain one of the most unpredictable teams in the lottery, sitting at No.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 23

Oddsmakers Reveal Where Toronto Raptors Rank in Wide Open Eastern Conference

The top of the Eastern Conference has cracked wide open after devastating injuries to Jayson Tatum, Damian Lillard, and Tyrese Haliburton. But even with the path to contention looking less crowded, the Toronto Raptors are still considered longshots to come out of the East next season.

Kevin Durant News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 22

Toronto Raptors’ Hopes for Kevin Durant End with Houston Rockets Trade

The Toronto Raptors will not be getting Kevin Durant. The Phoenix Suns have reportedly agreed to trade the former MVP to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal that sends Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No.

Jakob Poeltl News / Raptors Nation / June 21

Raptors Rumors: Toronto Could Reach Contract Extension With Jakob Poeltl Soon

It doesn’t seem like Jakob Poeltl is going anywhere. It was reported by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange on Friday that the Raptors are unwilling to include Poeltl in a deal for Kevin Durant.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 21

Raptors’ 10 worst NBA Draft day mistakes in history

The Toronto Raptors just endured a forgettable 30-win season as they had hoped to take their chance at the NBA lottery. Fast-forward to today, the team is penciled to select with the ninth and 39th overall picks in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft if the Raptors don’t make a trade.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 21

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Targeting Center, Exploring Multiple Draft-Day Moves

The Toronto Raptors appear to be casting a wide net ahead of next week’s NBA Draft. According to a report from Jake Fischer and Marc Stein, the Raptors have shown interest in multiple trade scenarios, including renewed discussions involving Kevin Durant, a potential trade down from the No.

Kevin Durant News / Hardwood Heroics / June 21

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Against Parting Ways With $78 Million Big in Kevin Durant Trade

The Toronto Raptors are listed as one of the dark horse candidates in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, and they will likely have to give up a lot if they are going to land the 15-time NBA All-Star.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 21

Raptors rumors: Toronto ‘unwilling’ to include Jakob Poeltl in Kevin Durant trade

The Toronto Raptors’ offseason could turn out to be interesting, whether it involves the draft, trades or free agency. However, it won’t end up with them departing from Jakob Poeltl for Kevin Durant.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / June 20

Toronto Raptors GM Bobby Webster reveals how many players they are considering for #9 Draft pick

The Toronto Raptors are set to have an exciting offseason with a few big decisions set to be made. Masai Ujiri has in the past shown that he is not afraid of making bold moves and with the team having been out of the playoffs for a few years, it seems like the Toronto Raptors are going to take a big step this offseason.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / June 20

Raptors Rumors: Toronto Not Willing To Trade Jakob Poeltl In Potential Deal For Kevin Durant

The Toronto Raptors continue to navigate the Kevin Durant sweepstakes. However, Toronto is reportedly unwilling to move Jakob Poeltl in any potential trade

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 17

Report: Raptors’ Trade Offer For Suns’ Kevin Durant Could Feature RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, Jakob Poeltl, 2025 9th Overall Pick

According to Grant Afseth of RG.org, the Toronto Raptors’ trade offer for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant could feature RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley, Jakob

Toronto Raptors News / Fastbreak on SI / June 15

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Open To Taking Massive Swing

Despite never being a free agent destination, the Toronto Raptors have been able to be one of the more successful teams in the NBA over the last decade.