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Raptors shake up coaching staff ahead of 2026-27 season

The Toronto Raptors are putting the finishing touches on their coaching staff ahead of the 2026-27 season. Darko Rajakovic has finalized his staff, with

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All eyes on Darko Rajakovic and the Raptors

The following is part of Raptors Republic’s preview series for the 2026-27 series. You can find all the other pieces here. Head coach Darko Rajakovic will head into the fourth and most important season of his coaching career with the Raptors, as the Serbian head coach finally led Toronto to its first playoff appearance under his leadership.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 16

Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic reveals forgotten Kawhi Leonard NBA origin story

After the Toronto Raptors finalized their trade for Kawhi Leonard, head coach Darko Rajakovic revealed a story that the seven-time All-Star had never heard before.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / September 5

Where Raptors' Darko Rajakovic Ranks Among Eastern Conference Head Coaches

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic is going into his fourth season with the franchise after signing a long-term extension earlier in the offseason.

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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / August 27

Raptors HC Darko Rajakovic Shares Plan to Beat NBA's Best Players

Toronto Raptors head coach Darka Rajakovic may not have one of the greatest players in the league on his roster, even if he believes Scottie Barnes is his Michael Jordan.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / August 26

Darko Rajakovic's 'Michael Jordan' Claim Shows How Raptors Feel About Scottie Barnes

If there was any doubt about how the Toronto Raptors felt about Scottie Barnes and his ability to be the franchise cornerstone for the foreseeable future, it's been eradicated after head coach Darko Rajakovic's latest comment.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / August 23

The Most Important Task for Raptors' Darko Rajakovic in Training Camp

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic is hoping to keep the momentum going after reaching the playoffs for the first time in his tenure with the team.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / August 16

31 days, 31 questions: How will Darko Rajakovic coach in clutch time?

Welcome to 31 questions in 31 days! This is a new series running for all of August within which I’m going to preview the upcoming 2026-27 season for the Toronto Raptors.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / July 3

Rajakovic turned us into believers

The following is part of Raptors Republic’s series of pieces reviewing the season for the Toronto Raptors. You can find all the pieces in the series here.

Toronto Raptors News / Field Level Media / July 2

Raptors give coach Darko Rajakovic multi-year extension

Toronto Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic agreed to a multi-year contract extension, the team announced Thursday. Terms were not disclosed by the Raptors, who gave general manager Bobby Webster a multi-year extension last month and added executive vice president to his title.

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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.

Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Darko Rajakovic Receives Multiyear Extension With Raptors

The Raptors have announced (via Twitter) a multiyear extension with head coach Darko Rajakovic. Rajakovic has compiled a 101-145 (.411) regular season record since taking over the team in 2023.

Toronto Raptors News / Yardbarker / July 2

East contender shows confidence in HC with multiyear extension

Eastern conference contender shows confidence in coach with multiyear extension

Few people in the NBA are having a better week than Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic.

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Robinson throws shade at Knicks

76ers sign a former first-round pick

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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / June 11

Raptors could soon reward Darko Rajakovic with new contract extension

The first major domino of the Toronto Raptors’ offseason has fallen. Bobby Webster, who has served as the Raptors’ general manager since 2017 and has been part of the organization’s front office since 2013.

Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Wire / June 8

Sources: Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic could be next in line for extension

The Raptors may not be finished handing out contract extensions. After announcing a multiyear extension and promotion for executive vice president and general manager Bobby Webster, Toronto could soon turn its attention to head coach Darko Rajakovic, sources told Hoops Wire.

Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Rumors / May 6

Extensions Expected For Raptors GM Bobby Webster, Coach Darko Rajakovic

Raptors general manager Bobby Webster and head coach Darko Rajakovic are both expected to receive extension offers in the next few weeks, sources tell Michael Grange of SportsNet.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5

Raptors forward Gradey Dick’s future hinges on areas highlighted by Darko Rajakovic

The Toronto Raptors’ 2025-26 season has come to an end. By all accounts, it was a successful season. They started off hot and maintained their momentum throughout the season to notch a playoff berth.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / May 5

Raptors’ Rajakovic prepared to keep pushing for more

A 16-win jump, the Toronto Raptors’ first playoff berth in four years, a first-round series that was more tightly contested than expected – even among the most detailed analysis in Raptors’ circles – and notable development from young players up and down the roster.

Toronto Raptors News / Total Pro Sports / May 4

Raptors Coach Darko Rajakovic Shares Emotional Message About Team After Playoff Exit

The Toronto Raptors put up a valiant effort in their postseason round 1 series. Despite acquiring James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers, the Raptors put up a brave fight to get the Cleveland Cavaliers in a spot of significant bother.

Toronto Raptors News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5

Raptors coach had great quote after losing Game 7

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic stayed graceful in defeat Sunday after his team’s season came to an end. Rajakovic’s Raptors hung tough with the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of their first-round series at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4

Darko Rajakovic’s heartfelt response to Raptors’ playoff run

Darko Rajakovic shared a sentimental statement about his thoughts on the Toronto Raptors’ 2025-26 season following their playoff loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16

Darko Rajakovic shows zero fear over Cavs’ home-court advantage

The Toronto Raptors are coming into their opening round series of the NBA playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers without home-court advantage. The Cavs are the No.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Raptors did the right thing in response to Grayson Allen’s dirty move

It appears that the Toronto Raptors have learned their lesson.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 3

Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic makes eye-opening admission after 4th loss to Knicks

There is no such thing as a rivalry between the Toronto Raptors and the New York Knicks, for the latter always kicks the former’s behind. On Tuesday night, the Knicks completed the season series sweep of the Raptors, using an excellent two-way effort towards the end of the game to take a 111-95 win on the road.

Toronto Raptors News / Field Level Media / February 3

Raptors' Darko Rajakovic to coach world team at All-Star Game

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic will lead Team World at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game. Rajakovic, from Serbia, is in his third season with the Raptors.

Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Rumors / February 3

Darko Rajakovic To Coach World Team At All-Star Game

Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has been named the coach of the World team for this year’s All-Star event, the NBA announced today (via Twitter). Typically, the two All-Star coaches come from the teams with the best record in each conference as of February 1, as long as they didn’t coach in the game the previous year.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 10

Darko Rajakovic says key Toronto Raptors star is ‘not himself’ after NBA Cup elimination

The Toronto Raptors’ losing streak extended to three games following their NBA Cup elimination. Following an excellent start to the 2025-26 NBA season, the Toronto Raptors’ campaign is derailing as they suffered a heartbreaking loss against the New York Knicks.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA Analysis Network / December 6

Darko Rajakovic explains the reason Toronto Raptors lost a second game to the Charlotte Hornets

The Toronto Raptors have been one of the biggest surprises in the Eastern Conference this season. They are competing near the top of the Eastern Conference, but they have hit a bit of a skid recently.