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Raptors PG Jamal Shead Must Take the Next Step in Development

Jamal Shead has already established himself as a valuable part of the Toronto Raptors. His defensive intensity, passing ability and professionalism have helped him earn a larger role, and the team has shown its confidence in him with a three-year, $24 million contract extension.

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Raptors Win Total Projection Is Lower Than You Think

After the Toronto Raptors finished last season with a 46-36 record, landing them the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference, there doesn’t seem to be much confidence that they’ll take a leap forward.

Kawhi Leonard News / Raptors Republic / October 21

Kawhi Leonard tells Toronto he’s ready to shock the world again

Kawhi Leonard’s return to Toronto comes with plenty of nostalgia, but the Raptors aren’t bringing him back just to celebrate what happened seven years ago.

Darko Rajakovic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic had a blunt response to a question about the Knicks

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic made one thing clear ahead of his team’s first game of the 2026-27 NBA season, and that’s they are not the New York Knicks.

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The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz

Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

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

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 21

5 Burning Questions Ahead of Raptors Opener vs. Bulls

The Toronto Raptors are getting their season started as they welcome the Chicago Bulls to Scotiabank Arena. To learn more about the Bulls' offseason and their current state of affairs, we spoke with Chicago Bulls On SI publisher Elias Schuster.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors HQ / October 21

Join us for the 2026-27 Raptors season on the SB Nation app

Almost two months ago, we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. The app is available in North America, and we’re working on Europe and the rest of the world as we speak!

NBA News / Raptors HQ / October 21

Can the Raptors shut down the Bulls’ offence in the season opener?

After licking their wounds from the lost series against the Cavaliers, Toronto Raptors fans have had to wait through the agonizing months of the Kawhi Leonard trade saga, all for what comes later today.

WNBA News

Angel Reese goes viral for postgame dance moves in WNBA Finals

Sophie Cunningham calls out Angel Reese for 'dangerous' play on eve of WNBA Finals

Olivia Miles leads six-player WNBA All-Rookie team

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

NBA News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 21

3 Things I'm Watching in Raptors Opener vs. Bulls

The Toronto Raptors' offseason is officially coming to an end as they welcome the Chicago Bulls to Scotiabank Arena for the first game of the 2026-27 campaign.

Kawhi Leonard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard drops poignant video ahead of season opener

Kawhi Leonard was going to come home, one way or another, this past offseason. His hometown may be in LA, and he may have played with the Los Angeles Clippers for seven seasons, but his basketball home will always be north of the border — with the Toronto Raptors welcoming their prodigal son back with open arms.

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.

Collin Murray-Boyles News / Hoops Wire / October 20

Raptors pick up options on Collin Murray-Boyles, Ja'Kobe Walter

The Raptors have secured another season for two of their young rotation players. Toronto exercised its 2027-28 team options on forward Collin Murray-Boyles and wing Ja’Kobe Walter, the team announced Tuesday, via Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.

Collin Murray-Boyles News / Hoops Rumors / October 20

Raptors Pick Up 2027/28 Options On Murray-Boyles, Walter

The Raptors have picked up their rookie scale team options on forward Collin Murray-Boyles and wing Ja’Kobe Walter for the 2027/28 season, the team announced today (Twitter link via Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca).

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / October 20

No pressure, no diamonds for Raptors defense

You know it and I know it. Toronto knows it. The league knows it. The Raptors are supposed to be a great defensive team this year. While it’s true that they were the owners of a top 5 defense last season, they were closer in defensive rating to the bottom third of the NBA than they were to a top 2 defense.

Kawhi Leonard News / Field Level Media / October 20

Kawhi Leonard set to make Raptors return in season opener vs. Bulls

The Toronto Raptors are turning to a familiar face from their past, while the visiting Chicago Bulls are looking toward the future as both teams begin new eras in Wednesday's season opener.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / October 20

Four Raptors who could be trade candidates ahead of the 2026-27 season

The Toronto Raptors have Kawhi Leonard back in Toronto, and that changes the conversation. After pushing the Cleveland Cavaliers to seven games in the playoffs, Toronto has added another star to a team led by Scottie Barnes.

Toronto Raptors News / Trade Talk Sports / October 20

The Raptors Could Surprise Fans This Season. How High Can They Climb?

There’s something appealing about a team that might be better than people expect. The Toronto Raptors won 46 games last season, and now they have a chance to take another step forward.

Toronto Raptors News / TWSN / October 20

Kawhi Leonard Dumbfounded by This Player's Injury

The Ben Simmons Achilles injury news shocked the entire NBA landscape when ESPN’s Shams Charania posted it on X. It was reported that Simmons was injured during practice.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / October 20

Here are the notable former Raptors who got waived

The 2026-2027 NBA season is almost here, and teams across the league are making cuts to fit within the league’s 15-man roster limit. However, in some of

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 20

Buying or Selling the Raptors as the Sexy Finals Pick

The 2026-27 NBA season begins today, which means the quest for the Toronto Raptors' second championship starts now. While the Raptors still have to wait one more night to debut their squad for their first game against the Chicago Bulls, there's a lot of hype and optimism surrounding the team.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / October 19

What's Still Missing From the Raptors Before Opening Night?

With opening night less than 48 hours away, there are plenty of reasons for optimism surrounding the Toronto Raptors. Kawhi Leonard has returned, Scottie Barnes is ready to take the next step in his development, and the second unit is shaping up to be formidable.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 19