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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / October 21

Raptors, Agbaji fail to reach contract extension

After a breakout season with Toronto in his first full year as a Raptor, Ochai Agbaji and the team were unable to agree on a contract extension before Monday’s deadline (October 21).

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Rumors / October 20

Rockets' Tari Eason among players without rookie scale extension

The Houston Rockets and forward Tari Eason failed to come to terms on a rookie scale extension ahead of the 6 p.m. EST deadline on Monday, reports Shams Charania of ESPN.

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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Republic / October 6

From the corner to the core: Agbaji’s rise in Toronto

The following is part of Raptors Republic’s series of pieces previewing the season for the Toronto Raptors. On the eve of the 2025-26 NBA preseason, one final season preview remains—and it’s a significant one.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Raptors Nation / September 10

Rivalries Renewed: Raptors’ Biggest Matchups in the 2025-26 NBA Season

The 2025-26 NBA season presents an interesting chapter for the Toronto Raptors. After years of roster changes and rebuilding, the team now faces an opportunity to show progress and prove it belongs in the Eastern Conference playoff picture.

Kansas Basketball Great Ochai Agbaji Reflects on Time at KU

When it comes to the most decorated and beloved Jayhawks in Kansas basketball history, not many top former guard Ochai Agbaji. An underrated recruit coming out of high school who signed with KU in late spring 2018, Agbaji went on to have one of the best senior seasons in school history during the 2021-22 season.

NBA News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / May 16

Could New Kansas Basketball Commit Be the Next Ochai Agbaji?

In a hectic week of recruiting news for the Kansas Jayhawks, the program received some good news on Friday. Oak Park High School standout and 3-star prospect Corbin Allen committed to KU via his X account.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21

1 player Toronto Raptors must trade in 2025 NBA offseason

Echoes of the Toronto Raptors’ 2019 title run still linger in Scotiabank Arena. However, the luster of that championship has worn off. In its place stands a rebuilding effort filled with promise.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / April 20

Mavericks linked to $18 million Raptors guard in trade rumor

The Dallas Mavericks are going to assess their roster to see how they can make improvements in the upcoming season. Bleacher Report writer Zach Buckley believes that the Mavs could look to target Toronto Raptors forward Ochai Agbaji in a trade.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 27

Raptors Share Lengthy Injury Report vs. Hornets

RJ Barrett and Ochai Agbaji will both sit out Friday night as the Toronto Raptors return home to face the Charlotte Hornets. The team has listed both wings as out for rest.

Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Rumors / March 6

Raptors provide injury updates on Brandon Ingram, several others

Former All-Star forward Brandon Ingram has yet to make his Raptors debut after being acquired in a trade with New Orleans ahead of last month’s deadline.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / March 1

Raptors Share Update on Ochai Agbaji's Status vs. Magic

Ochai Agbaji is going to miss some time. The Toronto Raptors have ruled Agbaji out for Sunday’s game against the Orlando Magic after the 24-year-old wing suffered a left ankle sprain in Friday’s overtime loss to the Chicago Bulls.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / February 28

Raptors Lose Ochai Agbaji to Injury vs. Bulls

Toronto Raptors wing Ochai Agbaji left Friday’s game against the Chicago Bulls in the first quarter after suffering an apparent left ankle injury. The 24-year-old twisted his ankle when he stepped on Orlando Robinson’s foot while trying to contest a drive by Bulls guard Josh Giddey.

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Toronto Raptors News / Athlon Sports / February 17

Grading 2024-25 NBA Season for Raptors' Ochai Agbaji at the NBA All-Star Break

Lottery-bound teams participating in a rebuild will always want to see healthy signs of growth from their young players. It offers a reason for optimism moving forward.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / November 14, 2024

Ochai Agbaji Has Been a Revelation for Raptors Early This Year

Ochai Agbaji’s season wasn’t supposed to start this way. Had the Toronto Raptors been healthy to start the season, Agbaji would have begun the year as a depth rotation piece for Toronto.

Toronto Raptors News / Hoops Rumors / October 29, 2024

Raptors pick up options on two former first-round picks

Both options are for the 2025-26 season, locking in the duo for at least the next two years.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / September 3, 2024

Option Deadline & Expectations for Raptors' Ochai Agbaji

The Toronto Raptors are heading toward a decision regarding the future of Ochai Agbaji. Like all first-round picks selected in 2022, Agbaji has a team option that the organization has until Oct.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / May 22, 2024

Ochai Agbaji Reveals He Is Engaged

Ochai Agbaji found a new home this season with the Toronto Raptors. After striking a deal with the Utah Jazz, Agbaji and Kelly Olynyk came to Toronto with hopes of becoming integral pieces of this rebuild.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 25, 2024

NBA props for Monday 3/25: Getting the max out of Maxey

As you manage the lull before March Madness resumes Thursday afternoon, which also "kicks off" MLB proper by the way, here are some plays from the 11 games in the Association tonight.

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Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / February 29, 2024

Ochai Agbaji Talks About Adjusting To New Role In Toronto, Garrett Temple Changes Jersey Number

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NBA News / 5 GOATs / February 10, 2024

Bill Self comments on Ochai Agbaji being traded to Toronto Raptors

On Thursday, former Kansas standout Ochai Agbaji was traded from the Utah Jazz to the Toronto Raptors. Kansas head coach Bill Self commented on Agbaji’s move.