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Chinese Big Man Hansen Yang Works Out for Toronto Raptors Ahead of NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors are doing their homework on one of the more intriguing international prospects in this year’s class, reportedly working out 7-foot-1 Chinese big man Hansen Yang ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Toronto Raptors Join Top Tier as Potential Landing Spot for Kevin Durant

The Toronto Raptors continue to gain steam in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, now viewed as one of the top contenders to land the 36-year-old forward. As of Wednesday, Toronto is listed at +400 on DraftKings Sportsbook to be Durant’s next team.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 18

Toronto Raptors Host BYU's Supersized Point Guard Egor Demin Ahead of NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors are doing their due diligence on one of the more intriguing perimeter prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft. According to Cody Taylor of the Rookie Wire, Toronto hosted BYU guard Egor Demin for a pre-draft workout earlier this week.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / June 18

Noa Essengue Projected To Raptors In Latest ESPN Mock Draft

The 2025 NBA Draft is a little over two weeks away. The Raptors do have a need at backup center going into the draft, but they could prioritize taking the best player with the No.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 18

NBA Draft Odds Hint at Toronto Raptors’ Likely Pick at No. 9

Khaman Maluach is the current betting favorite to be selected at No. 9, but there is no guarantee the Toronto Raptors will have the chance to draft him when they are on the clock next week.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 17

Raptors rumors: 2 draft targets if Toronto trades down

The Toronto Raptors are currently gearing up for the 2025 NBA Draft, where they have the number nine overall pick. Fans were a bit disappointed that they weren’t rewarded with a higher selection for their suffering in the 2024-25 season, but such is the way of the current lottery system.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / June 17

Raptors Rumors: Toronto Willing To Trade Two Starters For Kevin Durant

The Toronto Raptors could be looking to trade two starters for Kevin Durant. Toronto continues to be linked to Durant in reports. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said the Raptors are ‘lurking’ in the Durant sweepstakes.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 17

NBA Insider: Toronto Raptors’ Pick Viewed as Most Likely Trade in Shifting Top 10

The Toronto Raptors are reportedly weighing trade-down scenarios involving the No. 9 pick in next week’s NBA Draft, as league chatter grows around the possibility of their lottery selection being moved.

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 / Raptors Nation / June 17

Raptors Rumors: Toronto Willing To ‘Gamble’ On Kevin Durant Trade

The Toronto Raptors could be eyeing a big Kevin Durant trade. According to Marc Stein, the Raptors are among the teams open to acquiring the 36-year-old this offseason.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Raptors rumors: No. 9 pick ‘most likely’ among top-10 picks to be traded

The Toronto Raptors own the No. 9 pick overall in the 2025 NBA Draft. It’s an opportunity for the club to find a solid prospect to continue rebuilding the roster.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Insider labels $107 million Raptors star as best ‘sneaky trade target’

While the NBA Finals are close to finishing up, the offseason is already in full swing for 28 teams. That became clear the moment the Orlando Magic acquired Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for a package that included four first-round picks.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Raptors Predicted to Make NBA Draft Trade After Kevin Durant News

The Toronto Raptors finished the 2024-25 regular season with a 30-52 record and missed the playoffs for the fourth time in the past five seasons. However, despite their team struggles, the future may be looking brighter in Toronto.

RJ Barrett News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 16

Latest Report Suggests Toronto Raptors’ RJ Barrett May Be on the Move This Offseason

RJ Barrett’s future with the Toronto Raptors appears increasingly uncertain, as the team is expected to gauge his trade market this summer. According to HoopsHype, the Raptors are expected to explore Barrett’s value in offseason trade talks, and it wouldn’t be surprising if he’s made available in broader discussions.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 16

NBA Insider Reveals Toronto Raptors’ Potential Plans for Lottery Pick

The Toronto Raptors are shaping up to be a team to watch heading into next week’s NBA Draft, with growing speculation that their lottery pick could be on the move.

Kevin Durant News / Last Word On Sports / June 16

Raptors Package For Kevin Durant, Revealed

With Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant expected to be moved soon, the Toronto Raptors among the suitors that have taken a serious interest in the 15-time All-Star.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 16

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Willing to Trade Key Starters in Kevin Durant Pursuit

As speculation continues to build around Kevin Durant’s future, the Toronto Raptors are emerging as one of the few teams reportedly willing to take a one-year gamble on the 36-year-old forward.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 16

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Eyeing Kevin Durant in Potentially Huge Offseason Gamble

Seven years after trading for Kawhi Leonard in a high-risk, high-reward move, the Toronto Raptors are reportedly willing to take a similar gamble. According to Marc Stein, the Raptors are among the teams open to acquiring Kevin Durant this offseason, even though he is entering the final year of his contract.

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.

Toronto Raptors News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Raptors Send Brandon Ingram Message After Giannis Antetokounmpo News

The Toronto Raptors season concluded on a disappointing note, derailed early by a wave of injuries that ultimately stunted their playoff hopes. After a solid start, the momentum faded significantly, as newly acquired forward Brandon Ingram was ruled out for the remainder of the season.

Toronto Raptors News / Last Word On Sports / June 10

10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Toronto Raptors History

The Toronto Raptors are scheduled to have the ninth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Let’s take a look at the Raptors best NBA Draft picks in franchise history.

RJ Barrett News / Yardbarker / June 7