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SB Nation team blog- Raptors beat the Clippers, 114-106, in first game post-Kawhi trade
Following hectic offseason drama surrounding Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, leading to the trade that ended up bringing The Klaw back to Toronto, the Clippers and Raptors have been in plenty of headlines together. The new eras of both clubs met up on Saturday for the NBA…
Read at Raptors HQ → - Game Preview: Raptors vs. Clippers still fascinating without Kawhi
While Kawhi Leonard’s official return will have to wait, the Toronto Raptors’ upcoming pre-season contest against the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday should have no shortage of fascinating storylines, particularly for those wondering about what kind of progress players have…
Read at Raptors HQ → - NBA 2K is continuing its trend of leaving fans behind
While NBA 2K doesn’t necessarily have a total monopoly on licensed NBA video games, it can sometimes feel like it’s the only shop in town, abusing its position to treat consumers badly. There have been years of griping about the game design and business practices that go into…
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- Raptors sign Tyson Degenhart, waive Andre Jackson Jr.
The Raptors certainly have a type. On Monday, Toronto waived guard Andre Jackson Jr. and signed 6’8” forward Tyson Degenhart.
Read at Raptors HQ → - Should you get back with your ex now that Kawhi is back on the Raptors?
While Kawhi Leonard didn’t play in the first game of the preseason, his return to Toronto has sparked serious feelings of nostalgia, memories of simpler times from seven years ago. This, of course, may make you wonder… if the Raptors could get their Finals MVP back on their…
Read at Raptors HQ → - How did Raptors’ rookie Allen Graves go from football to basketball?
6 Foot 7 Foot by Lil Wayne was one of 2011’s hottest songs, but also seems to have served as the blueprint for Allen Graves’ growth spurt. The Raptors’ first round draft pick shot up from 6’0” to 6’7” over his first two summers in high school, and this massive bodily change, in…
Read at Raptors HQ → - Raptors drop first preseason game to Heat
The Centre Videotron in Quebec City finally was able to host its first NBA Canada Series game, a matchup between the Toronto Raptors and Miami Heat. It didn’t go in the home team’s favour, as Toronto fell 129-105 to the heat.
Read at Raptors HQ → - The Raptors’ preseason is here!
It’s hard to believe we’ve finally made it through the summer and tonight, the first preseason game of 2026-2027 season tips off for the Toronto Raptors. As is customary, it is one of two NBA Canada Series games, tonight being hosted by Quebec City.
Read at Raptors HQ → - How does the current Raptors squad stack up to the 2019 championship team?
There is only one thing that the 2026 Raptors share in common with the championship team from 2019: Kawhi Leonard. The first to leave, yet the only one in Toronto today.
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Yardbarker
Raptors feed- Kawhi Leonard Says Money Doesn’t Matter To Him After $115 Million Raptors Extension
Kawhi Leonard recently sat down with TSN Sports to discuss what led him to rejoin the Raptors and whether his $115 million contract extension played a significant role in that decision.
Read at Yardbarker → - Raptors HC Breaks Down How Kawhi Leonard Will Impact Toronto’s Offense
Kawhi Leonard‘s return to the Toronto Raptors was one of the landmark moves of this year’s offseason. Although the trade involving the Los Angeles Clippers
Read at Yardbarker → - Kawhi Leonard Opens Up On Raptors Transition And Ongoing Preparations For Opening Night
It was an eventful summer for longtime NBA veteran Kawhi Leonard. After being exposed for his role in the cap-circumvention scandal in Los Angeles, he was traded from the Clippers back to the Raptors in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two future first-round picks, a…
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- ‘I’m not trying to get fined’ – Scottie Barnes has already had enough of NBA officials
If the NBA hoped to clear up foul rules at Raptors practice, Scottie Barnes didn’t get the memo. In their preseason opener against Miami, Toronto dropped a 129–105 decision, but the night’s most talked-about play came early.
Read at Yardbarker → - Toronto Raptors Acquire Intriguing 23-Year-Old Forward on Monday
The Toronto Raptors signed forward Tyson Degenhart on Monday and waived guard Andre Jackson Jr. in a corresponding move, bringing the Boise State product back into the organization after a season with Raptors 905.
Read at Yardbarker → - Toronto Raptors 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Toronto Raptors’ 2026 offseason comes down to three words: “worth the wait.” The Raptors have quietly built one of the NBA’s most tenacious defensive units.
Read at Yardbarker → - Raptors taking their time with Kawhi Leonard’s preseason debut
Coach Darko Rajakovic says the Raptors are letting newcomer Kawhi Leonard get up to speed before putting him in a preseason game. But yes, the plan is for Leonard to play in one eventually.
Read at Yardbarker → - Does RJ Barrett Still Fit In Toronto? Analyzing His Role After The Kawhi Leonard Trade
The Toronto Raptors just made one of the biggest trades in franchise history, bringing Kawhi Leonard back seven years after he delivered the only championship in team history.
Read at Yardbarker → - Raptors Dream Trade Idea Lands Them A Top Center For RJ Barrett
Having already made their huge move of the offseason by bringing Kawhi Leonard back, if the Toronto Raptors really want to turn this roster into the best in the East, I still think there’s one clear spot they can upgrade, and that’s center.
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Raptors Republic
Team blog- Three standout Raptors players vs. Clippers
The starters did their thing on Saturday in Vancouver. The post Three standout Raptors players vs.
Read at Raptors Republic → - Raptors vs. Clippers: Collin Murray-Boyles is trying to master juggling
Big or wing? That is the question.
Read at Raptors Republic → - Quick Reaction: Clippers 106, Raptors 114
The Raptors get their first win of the preseason in beautiful Vancouver. The post Quick Reaction: Clippers 106, Raptors 114 first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Read at Raptors Republic → - Barrett & Quickley lead Raptors to preseason win in Vancouver
The Raptors backcourt stepped up. The post Barrett & Quickley lead Raptors to preseason win in Vancouver first appeared on Raptors Republic .
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- Three (and a bonus) players to watch in the Raptors’ second preseason contest
The Raptors are about to play more basketball. Who should be the most interesting?
Read at Raptors Republic → - Gameday: Clippers @ Raptors, October 10th
Raptors host Clippers in their second preseason game. The post Gameday: Clippers @ Raptors, October 10th first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Read at Raptors Republic → - Kyle Anderson isn’t a Raptor just to sit on the bench and coach
Kyle Anderson brings 12 years of experience to a crowded Raptors forward group. The post Kyle Anderson isn’t a Raptor just to sit on the bench and coach first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Read at Raptors Republic → - The biggest threats to Scottie Barnes making All-Defensive First Team
Scottie wants First Team. These guys want it too.
Read at Raptors Republic → - Do the Raptors have the best forward group in the NBA?
Samson Folk brings on Marc Nolan to discuss the Raptors' forwards. The post Do the Raptors have the best forward group in the NBA? first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Read at Raptors Republic → - Flexibility is about to be Raptors’ secret weapon in 2026-27
The Raptors are ready to thrive in 2026-27. The post Flexibility is about to be Raptors’ secret weapon in 2026-27 first appeared on Raptors Republic .
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Raptors Rapture (FanSided)
Team blog- Immanuel Quickley just showed the Raptors a glimpse of his ideal offensive production
Immanuel Quickley found his 3-point tough in the Raptors second preseason game.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Raptors must catch up to Thunder, Spurs to reach defensive high point
How good will the Raptors’ defense be this season?
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - RJ Barrett’s recent quote could change the tone of his Raptors extension talks
RJ Barrett is due for a payday, but a recent quote shifts the conversation toward whether his Canadian roots could influence his next move.
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- Clippers’ injury setbacks could put Gradey Dick in prime position to prove his worth
With Brandon Ingram injured and other key veterans sidelined, ex-Raptor Gradey Dick could get a bigger opportunity to revive his NBA career with the Clippers.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Darko Rajakovic has no plans to put Collin Murray-Boyles in a box in year 2
The Raptors aren't boxing Collin Murray-Boyles into strictly a backup center role this season and want him to play as much as possible in year two.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Kyle Anderson has a chance to redefine his NBA value with the Raptors
Kyle Anderson will have an important role with the Raptors.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Underrated Kawhi Leonard skill should take Raptors’ transition attack to a new level
The Raptors should be deadly in transition this season.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Raptors could maximize RJ Barrett by experimenting with a second unit role
Darko Rajakovic should test if RJ Barrett's on-ball skill set could be maximized by running with the Raptors' second unit.
Read at Raptors Rapture (FanSided) → - Chucky Hepburn could quickly become the Raptors’ next gritty guard breakout tale
The Raptors have a knack for finding gritty guards who make an impact, and after a strong preseason showing against the Heat — Chucky Hepburn could be next up.
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Toronto Sun Raptors
Local beat coverage- Week ahead time for Raptors to get serious as season approaches
They need to get Kawhi Leonard and Allen Graves integrated, but the clock is ticking.
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - SIMMONS SAYS: It's tough to label Ovie as the NHL's greatest goal-scorer
While no doubt a hockey treasure, Capitals captain not the best to do it
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - Milestone victory for jockey Emma-Jayne Wilson at Woodbine Racetrack
- Raptors, minus Kawhi, pick up pre-season win over Clippers in Vancouver
Others starters dominate, Poeltl looks like old self in exhibition.
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - Leafs buckle down after Tanev injury, Nylander sizzles in character road win
Presence on blue line is required for any chance of team success
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - How Maple Leafs' Nick Paul is doing his part for mental health
Forward will donate $150 for every point this season in support of youth mental health
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- John Cena reveals why he hasn't made a movie with Dwayne Johnson
From WWE rivals to friends, the 'Peacemaker' star reflects on his relationship with The Rock and why their Hollywood collab hasn't happened
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - Why are there no awkward reunions expected when Raptors play Clippers?
Both Kawhi Leonard and Brandon Ingram are not expected to play in pre-season game in Vancouver, but Gradey Dick is around.
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - Toronto Raptors' franchise value soars in latest NBA valuation report
Raptors continue to rise significantly in value as NBA's boom continues.
Read at Toronto Sun Raptors → - Tavares comes home to his growing family, Leafs seek win in Denver
While yet to clarify if they're short-handed following a rough game in Vegas, Toronto is adding veteran forward from the Marlies.
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Around the NBA
From league outlets- Raptors beat the Clippers, 114-106, in first game post-Kawhi trade
Toronto plays a preseason game in British Columbia against a regular contact from their offseason
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Raptors handle Clippers in ‘bittersweet’ matchup against Gradey Dick
Seeing Gradey Dick on the opposite side of the court and in another uniform is not what any Raptors expected a year ago. Michael Grange has the latest on the youngster’s “bittersweet” departure and more takeaways from Saturday’s pre-season win.
Read at Sportsnet → - Raptors’ Rajakovic on Murray-Boyles, Poeltl pairing: ‘Super important’
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic meets with the media after the team’s pre-season win over the Los Angeles Clippers and discusses the on-court chemistry with Collin Murray-Boyles and Jakob Poeltl and what he expects of the pair.
Read at Sportsnet → - Raptors’ Murray-Boyles drives lane for slam on Clippers’ Miller
Watch as Toronto Raptors forward Collin-Murray Boyles takes the pass from guard Malachi Smith, fakes a drop-off pass, and drives to the basket and dunks on the Los Angeles Clippers’ Baba Miller in the fourth quarter of pre-season action.
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- How rookie Allen Graves fits in as Raptors’ contention window opens
There is more that goes into building a team that wins than handing the ball to Kawhi Leonard. Which is where rookie Allen Graves fits into the picture.
Read at Sportsnet → - Darko Rajakovic on Kawhi Leonard, Scottie Barnes and the Raptors’ championship ambitions
There is a common narrative that European coaches struggle in the NBA because of their demanding and emotional approach. That it is one of the biggest things holding them back because they want to put themselves at the center of attention, while the NBA is ultimately a players’…
Read at SB Nation → - Why Raptors acquired Kyle Anderson, and where he sees himself fitting in
The Raptors’ relative youth means they need someone with a veteran presence to be a mentor. And that’s what Kyle Anderson is determined to provide, writes Michael Grange.
Read at Sportsnet → - Barrett praises ‘team favourite’ Shead as ‘heart and soul’ of Raptors
RJ Barrett speaks to the media about Jamal Shead’s energy every day and how he became the ‘heart and soul’ of the Raptors.
Read at Sportsnet → - Why Kawhi Leonard is taking his time integrating into Toronto Raptors’ lineup
Kawhi Leonard is back with the Toronto Raptors, but how soon until he’s actually back on the floor? As the team continues its pre-season tune-up, Michael Grange checks in.
Read at Sportsnet → - ‘Being smart, taking it slow’: How Kawhi is fitting in with Raptors
Kawhi Leonard talks about his smooth transition back onto the Raptors with a full new group of teammates, says he’s being smart and taking it slow though, then runs through all the strengths he’s seeing from each member of the starting five.
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