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The 2021-22 NBA season is officially underway! The Washington Wizards travel north to Canada to take on the Toronto Raptors in their season opener. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series and make a Wizards-Raptors prediction and pick based on Wizards Raptors odds. The Wizards let go of Russell Westbrook this past offseason after […]

Toronto Raptors fans are well-acquainted with the trade that netted them Kawhi Leonard. The one-year stint the Klaw had up north ended in a championship run, vindicating the decision to send DeMar DeRozan packing. While Raptors fans would do the trade a hundred times over, it was certainly bittersweet that DeRozan wasn’t a part of […]

As the NBA preseason ends, take note: Three years ago, in the midst of the playoff destruction of what was then the greatest season in Toronto Raptors history, there was a still point. The rhythmic, desperate hum of Game 2 of the 2018 series against the Cleveland Cavaliers fell away, and there within the silence […]

The Toronto Raptors are coming into the 2021 – 22 season with minimal expectations surrounding them. They traded away franchise player Kyle Lowry, one of the clear signs of a team heading into a rebuild. Now, the Raptors are trying to build a team around integral members of their championship run and some interesting young […]

In spite of the fact that he played just one season for the Toronto Raptors, there’s no denying that Kawhi Leonard has earned legendary status within the city. The fact that he led the Raptors to its very first NBA championship probably has a lot to do with it. Now with the Los Angeles Clippers, […]

With all the big free agent signings and player movement that took place this offseason, there’s bound to be a ton of teams that are re-tooled and determined for a turnaround season during the 2021-22 NBA campaign. Now that training camp is officially under way and another exciting season of professional basketball is fast approaching, […]

When the Toronto Raptors drafted Scottie Barnes fourth overall in the recent NBA draft, a lot of Raps fans were confused. “Wait, don’t we have Pascal Siakam? Aren’t the two basically just the same players?” Indeed, a lot of fans and draft insiders were pegging the Raptors to take Jalen Suggs with the fourth pick. […]

The Toronto Raptors are entering a new era. Gone are Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan and Kawhi Leonard, leaving the remaining members of their championship core to step up into much bigger roles. Fred VanVleet could very well lead the team in scoring next season, and looks poised to do just that in their first month […]

The Toronto Raptors are… a work in progress. After trading away long-time franchise player Kyle Lowry, the team has fully committed to a rebuild around their young core. The Raptors drafted Scottie Barnes fourth overall this, who joins Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet, and OG Anunoby as the cornerstones of the team. Raptors head coach Nick […]

Toronto Raptors fans are still getting used to the fact that Kyle Lowry is no longer with the Toronto Raptors. Apparently, even those in the organization still forget that from time to time, including coach Nick Nurse. Speaking to the media before the Raptors’ pre-season tilt against the Philadelphia 76ers, Nurse was asked about his […]

A lot has definitely changed in the NBA since Klay Thompson last played a game. Kyle Lowry is has taken his talents to the Miami Heat, Russell Westbrook has gone home to the Los Angeles Lakers, and so much more. The same train of thought also applies to the hobby and how some guys are […]

A local mandate in Canada has now put unvaccinated NBA players under threat of criminal charges if quarantine protocols are breached in Toronto. This means players like Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets and Bradley Beal of the Washington Wizards will have to strictly follow quarantine protocols when their respective teams visit the Toronto Raptors […]

Veteran guard Goran Dragic quickly became a fan favorite during his stint with the Miami Heat. His meek personality, devil-may-care drives, and underrated toughness made him a quintessential player for the famous Heat culture. But as they say, all good things must come to an end. Dragic was let go by the Heat in the […]

The Toronto Raptors have gotten themselves a good one in Scottie Barnes, it seems. The rookie forward has already endeared himself to the franchise with his commitment and energy. Now, fans are getting glimpses of just how good the rookie can be on the court. Toronto travelled to London for their annual open practice there. […]

DeMar DeRozan is high spirits about the next chapter of his career.  The newest Chicago Bulls star is adamant that after his productive stints with the San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors, things are only getting better for him. DeRozan raved about his new team, even claiming that the Bulls roster was the most talented […]

When the Toronto Raptors dealt long-time All-Star Kyle Lowry to the Miami Heat, it felt like the Raptors lost more than they have gained. Such is the nature of trades that start a rebuild. However, it seems that Lowry’s departure may have helped one particular Raptor: Pascal Siakam. Fred VanVleet, Lowry’s former backcourt partner, explained […]

Having a well-rounded and cohesive roster is one of the ingredients to winning an NBA championship. However, winning championships doesn’t just require a solid group of players. It also requires a great head coach who can initiate a system and lead the squad from the sidelines. Throughout the years, we’ve seen coaches make an impact […]

After Kyle Lowry’s departure, fans and analysts aren’t exactly sure about the direction of the Toronto Raptors. You can’t really tag them as a rebuilding team as they still have a star player in Pascal Siakam and a bunch of reliable role players. At the same time, it’s hard to imagine the Raptors competing against […]

Jimmy Butler is as passionate as they come. This is exactly why it comes to no surprise that he wants to destroy former Miami Heat teammate Goran Dragic when they face off against each other on the basketball court. According to Butler, he wants to put some hurt on Dragic simply because he’s such good […]

The Toronto Raptors are pinning their hopes on Scottie Barnes becoming a major contributor to their future success. Given the young forward’s skill set, he may very well be a significant weapon for the Raptors as early as year one. Barnes made heads turn in his one season for Florida State as well as during […]

Veteran guard Goran Dragic is set to embark on the latest chapter of his career when he joins the Toronto Raptors this season. The team’s training camp is set to begin and the seasoned playmaker is expected to play a huge role for the young squad. Dragic and the Raptors, however, started on the wrong […]

New Miami Heat recruit Kyle Lowry has been around the league for a considerable time now. He’s also had the privilege of playing alongside some of the best in the business, which now includes new teammate Jimmy Butler in Miami. Lowry was recently asked how Butler compares to a few of his other teammates in […]

More often than not, those who win the NBA’s Most Improved Player Award would be on the trajectory to becoming an All-Star. In years past, players such as Julius Randle, Jimmy Butler, Paul George, and Giannis Antetokounmpo won the said accolade and made massive strides in their respective careers. This season, Darius Garland of the […]

Pascal Siakam averaged 21.4 points per game for the Toronto Raptors a year ago across 56 games. A shoulder injury and then surgery cut his season short and the injury will drag into this season as well. On Monday, there appeared to be an updated timeline on Siakam’s return to the floor for the Raptors. […]

With a ton of drama surrounding the Minnesota Timberwolves after the surprise firing of Gersson Rosas, it now leaves us wondering what Karl-Anthony Towns’ future with the team will be. Despite being reunited with fellow NBA All-Star and longtime friend D’Angelo Russell, Towns has been frustrated with the organization’s inability to build a winning team […]

The Toronto Raptors are trying to bounce back from a season that saw them miss the playoffs for the first time since the 2012-13 NBA season. What’s the key to them getting back on track? Scottie Barnes flourishing in his rookie season. Toronto selected Barnes with the fourth overall pick in July’s NBA Draft. In […]

The Toronto Raptors, after winning a championship in 2019, did not make the playoffs last year. Clearly, the fact they had to play in Tampa Bay due to travel restrictions between Canada and the U.S. had a significant effect on the squad. All NBA fans remember the massive support Toronto had in 2019, including the […]

Every NBA team has high hopes to start the season. Records are reset at 0-0, and there is a collective mindset around the league of “Maybe this is our year!” (beyond the select few who, while they would never admit it, are planning to tank for the best lottery position possible). However, they can’t all […]

The Toronto Raptors’ newest rookie, Scottie Barnes, has captivated the hearts of Raptors fans around the globe. His energy and presence breathes new life into an organization that is looking to start anew with a new cast of players. If any Raptors fans were still salty they didn’t pick Jalen Suggs, this latest letter penned […]

Scottie Barnes hasn’t even played a game yet for the Toronto Raptors, and yet he’s already endeared himself to the fan base. He’s a hard face to miss, given that he’s always beaming and ready to light up the room with his seemingly endless amount of energy. That demeanor of his applies both on and […]

The Toronto Raptors have become part of a fascinating story. One of the most famous families in the NBA right now is the Antetokounmpo family. Former immigrants from Nigeria are living the American dream. The most famous brother, Giannis Antetokounmpo, led the Milwaukee Bucks to a championship this past summer. He was joined by his […]

Toronto Raptors star Pascal Siakam is a very positive person. As he stated multiple times in various interviews, he is always cheerful and ready to have a great time. However, during an interview with the New York Times, he opened up about more negative things. He concentrated on two things – the racism he faces […]

After a very poor season, the Toronto Raptors entered a summer of uncertainty that ended with them losing veteran point guard Kyle Lowry and replacing him with Goran Dragic. While it seems like it is now time for Pascal Siakam to step up and lead, that did not stop the media to report some trade […]

The Toronto Raptors had a rough 2021-22 season, and one of the low points was a reported fight between star Pascal Siakam and head coach Nick Nurse. This led to rumors of a rift between Siakam and the Nurse, which in turn resulted in trade rumors. Siakam is now trying to set the record straight […]

It’s official. Two-time champion, 11-time All-Star, and Olympic gold medalist Chris Bosh is a Hall of Famer. It took a while. Bosh was not included in the ballots in his first year of eligibility. But the past seems trivial now that Bosh will forever be regarded as one of the best. In celebration of his […]

Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade are two of the most prominent members of the esteemed 2003 NBA Draft class. Bosh was selected fourth overall by the Toronto Raptors, which was quickly succeeded by the Miami Heat drafting Dwyane Wade at No. 5. For his part, however, Heat team president Pat Riley recently confessed that they […]

The Toronto Raptors had a very disappointing season in 2020-21. The squad never fully recovered after losing All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard and while they made the postseason in the NBA Bubble last summer, the season that just passed was a realistic showing of strength for the roster. Now, coming into this season, the only Canadian […]

The Toronto Raptors suffered through a rough 2020-21 campaign, dealing with a bunch of health problems and then essentially tanking their way to a 27-45 record. This all happened as they were forced to play games in Tampa because of COVID-19. While the Raptors lost Kyle Lowry to the Miami Heat this offseason, not all […]

There’s no denying that Kawhi Leonard was the main man behind the Toronto Raptors’ fairytale-like championship run in 2019. Despite spending just one season with the Raptors, the two-time Finals MVP had a tremendous impact on the franchise. As it turns out, however, Leonard didn’t exactly have the best reputation during his time with the […]