Toronto Raptors: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / July 16

Summer squad’s victory still a few points short

While they were hoping for a playoff spot, the Summer League Toronto Raptors’ 99-90 victory over the Miami heat tonight won’t clinch them a top-four spot.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 16

Adam Silver among those waiting for LeBron James decision

This isn't the first season that James has paralyzed the NBA offseason by taking his time to choose a team in free agency. It is the first time the commissioner has weighed in.

LeBron James' 'favorite team' answer could hint at his next franchise

Did LeBron James throw shade on Joel Embiid during Fanatics Fest?

LeBron James sends strong message to Lakers amid free-agency decision

The 'Most 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / July 16

Last chance for Summer League squad to show what they’ve got

The hopes for Toronto to come away with a Summer League championship briefly diminished after their first game but have been holding steady over the last few days.

NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 4 3-pointer playoff games' quiz

The 'No. 3-scorer by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA Finals leading scorers' quiz

Kawhi Leonard News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 16

The Latest Kawhi Leonard Update is Bad News for Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are still weeks away from a resolution in regards to the Kawhi Leonard investigation with the league, according to ESPN insider Shams

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 16

A Way Too Early Look at the Raptors' Playoff Chances

The Toronto Raptors enter the 2026-27 season with hopes of a deep playoff run. Anything less than a second-round appearance would be considered a major disappointment after a 46-win season that saw Toronto earn the No.

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 16

The One Thing That Could Kill the Kawhi Leonard Trade to Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are in agreement with the Los Angeles Clippers on a trade that would send Kawhi Leonard back to Canada for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and several future draft assets.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 16

Vince Carter sounds off on Kawhi Leonard-Scottie Barnes Raptors tandem

There is a lot of uncertainty at present for the Toronto Raptors as they navigate the current predicament of the superstar player they traded for in Kawhi Leonard.

Kawhi Leonard News / Yardbarker / July 15

Nearly a year later, the NBA still hasn’t reached decision on Kawhi Leonard investigation

The NBA is approaching the one-year mark of its investigation into Kawhi Leonard’s endorsement deal with Aspiration, and the league has yet to announce its findings. Leonard has remained eligible to play throughout the investigation, but the unresolved case has created uncertainty surrounding both his future and the Los Angeles Clippers’ plans.

NBA is investigating another Kawhi Leonard sponsorship deal

Clippers fans are already starting to turn on Keaton Wagler

Watch: Fight breaks out in Lakers-Clippers game after a dangerous foul

The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

DeMar DeRozan News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 15

The Latest on Raptors and DeMar DeRozan in Free Agency

The Toronto Raptors are among the teams interested in signing former All-Star guard DeMar DeRozan in free agency. The Raptors aren't alone in the sweepstakes, as the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat and Portland Trail Blazers are viewed as other teams that could sign him, but Toronto is certainly in the mix.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Kawhi Leonard News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 15

What Second Kawhi Leonard Investigation Means for Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are waiting in the wings for investigations to conclude in regards to Kawhi Leonard's relationships with Aspiration, a company that signed the All-Star forward to a sponsorship deal worth $28 million.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / July 14

Is Nate Bittle what the Raptors have been searching years for?

Samson Folk details Nate Bittle’s performance on the Raptors. From the QR‘s: “Nate Bittle | Grade: C+ 19 MIN, 9 PTS, 6 REB, 2 AST, 1 STL, 1 BLK, 4-7 FG, 1-4 3PT, 0-0 FT, 2 TO, 0 +/- It was good to see Bittle stay confident from deep, especially after missing his first few attempts.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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The 'MLB All-Star starting pitchers' quiz

The 'NBA blocks champions' quiz

Kawhi Leonard News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14

NBA is investigating another Kawhi Leonard sponsorship deal

The NBA’s investigation into a potentially fraudulent Leonard sponsorship deal has expanded to look into multiple suspicious issues.

Heat legend rips 'not cool' Tyler Herro over Bam Adebayo comments

Bulls' Caleb Wilson continues strong Summer League for top NBA top rookies

Wizards make AJ Dybantsa decision after stellar Summer League play

Peyton Watson is being linked to one surprising new team

Micky Arison named chairman of NBA’s Board of Governors

Allen Graves News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 14

Why Rookie Allen Graves Will Contribute Right Away for Raptors

Toronto Raptors rookie Allen Graves is getting acclimated to the NBA in the Las Vegas Summer League. Graves has shown flashes of why the Raptors selected him with the No.

Chucky Hepburn News / Toronto Raptors on SI / July 14

Chucky Hepburn is Turning Heads for Raptors at Summer League

Toronto Raptors guard Chucky Hepburn embodies what the Las Vegas Summer League is all about. Hepburn is on a two-way contract with the Raptors after going undrafted last year and he is getting an opportunity to prove that he belongs at the next level.

Allen Graves News / Raptors Republic / July 13

Graves’ hustle helps Raptors eke out win over Pacers

As the Raptors remained without Summer League roster headliners Collin Murray-Boyles and Alijah Martin on Monday, and Chucky Hepburn missed his first game in Las Vegas with knee soreness, the Raptors’ other marquee player — 19th overall selection Allen Graves — remained as advertised.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13

Sandro Mamukelashvili reveals his twist on Kobe Bryant’s ‘Mamba Mentality’

Looking to boost their frontcourt depth, the Los Angeles Lakers signed Sandro Mamukelashvili as a free agent this offseason. While nothing is anywhere close to being set in stone, the incoming six-year veteran forward is a prime candidate to start at power forward this upcoming season.

Allen Graves News / Raptors Republic / July 12

The Raptors are searching for diamonds at Summer League

From Louis’ QR: “Allen Graves | Grade: B It was a quiet game, though he found his way to impact in a variety of paths. The hands remain an insane weapon, as he picked a pocket within the first minute or two of the game.

Allen Graves News / Raptors Republic / July 11

Allen Graves Dominated his Summer League Debut (Film Breakdown)

Samson Folk breaks down Allen Graves’ Summer League debut. From Louis’ piece: “The Raptors finally got out in transition in end the first half with a lineup that featured all of Hepburn, Bradley, and Graves.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 9

Raptors Expected To Hire Stephen Silas As Assistant Coach

Although head coach Darko Rajakovic and several of his assistants received four-year contract extensions earlier in the offseason, the Raptors‘ staff will be undergoing a few changes this offseason, according to Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca, who reports that the team is expected to hire Stephen Silas as an assistant coach.