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Toronto Raptors’ Hopes for Kevin Durant End with Houston Rockets Trade

The Toronto Raptors will not be getting Kevin Durant. The Phoenix Suns have reportedly agreed to trade the former MVP to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal that sends Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No.

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Raptors Rumors: Toronto Could Reach Contract Extension With Jakob Poeltl Soon

It doesn’t seem like Jakob Poeltl is going anywhere. It was reported by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange on Friday that the Raptors are unwilling to include Poeltl in a deal for Kevin Durant.

Toronto Raptors News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 21

Raptors’ 10 worst NBA Draft day mistakes in history

The Toronto Raptors just endured a forgettable 30-win season as they had hoped to take their chance at the NBA lottery. Fast-forward to today, the team is penciled to select with the ninth and 39th overall picks in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft if the Raptors don’t make a trade.

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Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 21

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Targeting Center, Exploring Multiple Draft-Day Moves

The Toronto Raptors appear to be casting a wide net ahead of next week’s NBA Draft. According to a report from Jake Fischer and Marc Stein, the Raptors have shown interest in multiple trade scenarios, including renewed discussions involving Kevin Durant, a potential trade down from the No.

Kevin Durant News / Hardwood Heroics / June 21

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Against Parting Ways With $78 Million Big in Kevin Durant Trade

The Toronto Raptors are listed as one of the dark horse candidates in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, and they will likely have to give up a lot if they are going to land the 15-time NBA All-Star.

Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / June 20

Raptors Rumors: Toronto Not Willing To Trade Jakob Poeltl In Potential Deal For Kevin Durant

The Toronto Raptors continue to navigate the Kevin Durant sweepstakes. However, Toronto is reportedly unwilling to move Jakob Poeltl in any potential trade

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 20

Report: Raptors Won’t Trade Jakob Poeltl To Get Kevin Durant From Suns

According to NBA insider Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca, the Toronto Raptors won’t trade Jakob Poeltl to get Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns. Durant, 36, has one year left on his contract.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 19

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.

Kevin Durant News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 18

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.

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.

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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 / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 17

Toronto Raptors Work Out Nolan Traoré Amid Trade-Down Draft Possibilities

As the Toronto Raptors explore trade-back possibilities from the No. 9 pick, French guard Nolan Traoré has reportedly emerged as a potential late first-round option following a pre-draft workout with the team.

Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / June 17

Toronto Raptors Eye German Forward Noa Essengue In Latest NBA Mock Draft

The Toronto Raptors are in a position to take the long view. With the starting lineup largely in place and no urgent roster needs to fill, the Raptors can afford to prioritize upside in this year’s draft.

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 / 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

Raptors could dangle former top-three pick in trade talks

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The Raptors Should Target Veterans, Depth in Free Agency

NBA free agency provides teams with the opportunity to bolster their depth and patch up their weaknesses. The Raptors’ free agency period this year is no exception.