Trayce Jackson-Davis may be forcing the Raptors to rethink their frontcourt hierarchy
Trayce Jackson-Davis brought an unexpected spark against Detroit —and gave Toronto another reason to rethink its frontcourt rotation.
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The Raptors should bring back this blue throwback jersey sooner rather than later
On the 80th anniversary of the 1946-47 Basketball Association of America (BAA) season, the Toronto Raptors get a rare opportunity to mark the occasion of the city’s first professional basketball team. But, unfortunately, they probably won’t take it. The National Basketball Association as we know it has its roots in the BAA, which later went […]
Darko Rajakovic says Raptors adopted ideas from Pedro Martinez
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has revealed that his team has already incorporated some tactical ideas discussed with Real Madrid coach Pedro Martinez during the offseason. The two coaches spent several days together in Las Vegas during Toronto’s preparations for the NBA Summer League, exchanging basketball concepts and discussing different offensive strategies. Rajakovic explained […] The post Darko Rajakovic says Raptors adopted ideas from Pedro Martinez appeared first on TalkB...
Darko Rajakovic explains why he studies European basketball coaches
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has emphasized the importance of learning from coaches around the world, explaining that studying different basketball philosophies is a key part of his offseason preparation. The Serbian coach believes that constantly evolving strategies, player development and changes in the game make it essential for coaches to continue improving their […] The post Darko Rajakovic explains why he studies European basketball coaches appeared first on TalkBasket.ne...
The Raptors have to get better at these things this season
Samson Folk & Joe Wolfond discuss the Raptors. The post The Raptors have to get better at these things this season first appeared on Raptors Republic .
‘I don’t care if the shot is gonna fall or not.’ Darko Rajaković thinks Allen Graves should let it fly
Allen Graves has had a bit of a rough outing in the Raptors’ preseason games, but his coach sees things as going all according to plan. In two games played, the forward has averaged just over 19 minutes of playing time, posting numbers of seven points, five and a half rebounds, and an assist and […]
Hornets Waive Jarkel Joiner, Latrell Wrightsell
The Hornets have moved to within the regular season roster limit by waiving guards Jarkel Joiner and Latrell Wrightsell, the team announced today (via Twitter). A 6’1″ point guard who went undrafted out of NC State in 2023, Joiner signed non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contracts with Atlanta in 2023 and 2024 and with Toronto in 2025 […]
Raptors waive five, give Nate Bittle two-way deal
The Raptors are keeping Nate Bittle and moving on from five other camp invitees as they prepare their regular-season roster. The team converted Bittle’s Exhibit 10 contract to a two-way deal and waived Tyreke Key, Nimari Burnett, Tyson Degenhart, Jamarion Sharp and Jalen Celestine, according to Blake Murphy of Sportsnet. Bittle earned the opportunity despite […] The post Raptors waive five, give Nate Bittle two-way deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Raptors convert Nate Bittle to two-way contract, waive five others
The Raptors now have a roster ready for the regular season. The post Raptors convert Nate Bittle to two-way contract, waive five others first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Raptors Convert Nate Bittle To Two-Way, Waive Five Players
The Raptors have completed a series of roster moves, announcing today that they’ve converted big man Nate Bittle from his Exhibit 10 deal to a two-way contract while waiving their other five camp invitees, Tyreke Key, Nimari Burnett, Tyson Degenhart, Jamarion Sharp, and Jalen Celestine, per Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca (Twitter link). Bittle, a seven-foot […]
Why the Kawhi Leonard GOAT build could break NBA 2K27
NBA 2K27 celebrated its Season 2 drop with the arrival of‘GOAT builds and a particular Toronto Raptors superstar is at the centre of it. The game’s latest update (Oct. 16) added 18 unique player builds for use in the MyCareer game mode. Kawhi Leonard – in a Raptors jersey – is one of the archetypes […]
Three standout performers from the Raptors’ 125-129 loss to the Pistons
The Raptors' third-stringers showed up against the Pistons' starters. The post Three standout performers from the Raptors’ 125-129 loss to the Pistons first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Raptors' preseason finale proved Allen Graves can be a problem when his shot starts falling
Allen Graves brings so much value to the Raptors even when his shot isn't falling and the preseason finale against the Detroit Pistons proved that.
Kawhi Leonard Gets Called the Most Feared Player in the East by 1x Champion
NBA star Kawhi Leonard returns to the Toronto Raptors after six seasons with the Los Angeles Clippers. Over the summer, he was traded to the franchise where he won his second championship. Leonard teased fans on Tuesday when he played in the Raptors’ preseason game against the New York Knicks. The Raptors defeated the reigning [...]
Raptors vs. Pistons: Allen Graves makes his case
The rook might crack the rotation because of this. The post Raptors vs. Pistons: Allen Graves makes his case first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Pistons Stave Off Raptors In Close-Knit Battle: 4 Takeaways From Preseason Finale
Analyzing the Pistons' preseason victory over the short-handed Raptors.
Raptors’ bench full of fight in final preseason game
The Toronto Raptors preseason finally came to an end tonight as they fell to the Detroit Pistons in a well-fought battle that ended 129-125 in the Pistons’ favour. In a turn of events that could be surprising to some and completely predictable to others, Toronto went to their bench entirely, sitting most of their rotation […]
Quick Reaction: Raptors 125, Pistons 129
The deep bench held up, at least for a time, for the Raptors. The post Quick Reaction: Raptors 125, Pistons 129 first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Tiago Splitter looks forward to ‘loaded’ early Bulls schedule
The Chicago Bulls are itching to get the rebuilding process going. So far, the Bulls are performing decently in the preseason, starting 2-2. They will close out the preseason at home on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Then they kick off the regular season on the road against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday, October 21. […] The post Tiago Splitter looks forward to ‘loaded’ early Bulls schedule appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Raptors’ Knicks battle further exposed Jakob Poeltl minutes limit they can’t ignore
The second Raptors–Knicks preseason matchup exposed Toronto’s frontcourt limits and the need to cap Jakob Poeltl’s minutes.
The Raptors need to get over a multi-season losing streak
Overreacting to preseason games is one of the least productive thing that basketball fans and media do, and yet, it’s hard not to draw certain conclusions from two teams matching up, whether or not such games count for regular season standings. In particular, the Raptors’ two-point loss against the Knicks last night has exemplified an […]
NBA Moves: Spurs, Jon Elmore, Raptors, Mavericks, Kings
The Spurs have waived guard Jon Elmore, according to NBA.com’s transaction log, with a move to their G League affiliate appearing likely. Elmore joined San Antonio on an Exhibit 10 contract and appeared in four preseason games. He totaled five points and six assists in 38 minutes, shooting 2-of-8 from the field. His next opportunity […] The post NBA Moves: Spurs, Jon Elmore, Raptors, Mavericks, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Raptors’ first glimpse of key regular season rotation revealed clear growing pains
Toronto’s likely 10-man lineup faced a real test against the Knicks, revealing key growing pains — and some pressing questions before the start of next season.
Minor Moves: Thunder, Raptors, Spurs, Kings, Mavs
The Thunder have made a series of cuts, announcing on Friday that they’ve waived guards Zhaire Smith and Anthony Pritchard, along with forward Andrew Holifield. Smith and Holifield joined the Thunder ahead of training camp and spent the entire preseason with the club, with Smith appearing in three games while Holifield played in all five […]
Raptors fall to Knicks in rematch
The Toronto Raptors fell to the New York Knicks 120-122 at Madison Square Garden. Despite coming off a 50-point victory against the Knicks on Tuesday, the Raptors couldn’t produce a similar performance. The Knicks fielded a significantly stronger lineup tonight, which featured their usual starting five, except for guard Josh Hart, who did not suit […]
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