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Raptors explored another blockbuster before Kawhi Leonard trade

The Toronto Raptors explored a trade for New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III before ultimately bringing Kawhi Leonard back to the franchise. NBA insider Brett Siegel revealed on the Clutch Scoops podcast that Toronto contacted New Orleans ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft to determine what it would take to acquire Murphy. "They had interest in Trey Murphy III," Siegel said. "And so they reached out to the Pelicans to ask about him and what the price would be." However, the Pelicans' asking ...

Minor Roster Moves: Pelicans, Wolves, Spurs, More

By Rory Maher | at September 18, 2026 8:09 pm Former Raptors guard Markquis Nowell has signed a training camp deal with the Pelicans, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. The former Kansas State star spent most of 2023/24 on a two-way contract with Toronto after going undrafted in 2023. Nowell played for Baskonia last season, averaging 5.7 points and 3.0 assists in 28 EuroLeague games with the Spanish club (14.4 minutes per contest). It sounds like the 5’7″ point guard might return statesid...

Minor Roster Moves: Pelicans, Wolves, Spurs, More

Former Raptors guard Markquis Nowell has signed a training camp deal with the Pelicans, tweets Paul Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. The former Kansas State star spent most of 2023/24 on a two-way contract with Toronto after going undrafted in 2023. Nowell played for Baskonia last season, averaging 5.7 points and 3.0 assists in […]

Lowry says Raptors should retire DeRozan’s No. 10

Kyle Lowry is already making plans for the Toronto Raptors’ next jersey retirement. Lowry wants Toronto to retire DeMar DeRozan’s No. 10 jersey once he calls it a career, he shared during his charity golf tournament on Friday, which DeRozan attended. “Oh, No. 10 (DeRozan’s number) should definitely go up there,” Lowry said. “Without a doubt.” DeRozan spent nine years in Toronto after being drafted ninth overall in 2009, and remains the Raptors’ all-time leading scorer to this day. The now-Denv...

Kawhi Leonard sends final message to Clippers following Raptors move

Kawhi Leonard has sent a farewell message to the Los Angeles Clippers following his official move to the Toronto Raptors . In an Instagram post, Leonard shared a message of appreciation to Clippers fans, thanking them for their support throughout the highs and lows of his six seasons with the franchise. "I truly appreciate your unwavering support during both the highs and lows. Thank you, Clip Nation," Leonard wrote. https://www.instagram.com/p/DdcNbMOh4qn/ Leonard returns to where he won a ch...

Eastern Notes: Watson, Raptors, Magic, Burrell, Knicks

By Luke Adams | at September 18, 2026 11:51 am Introduced as a member of the Cavaliers at his new team’s training facility on Thursday, Peyton Watson acknowledged that Cleveland wasn’t among his initial suitors this offseason. However, as Joe Reedy of The Associated Press details, once the Cavs entered the mix, the fit appealed to the restricted free agent wing, who is looking forward to playing alongside a pair of rim protectors in Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. “I feel like it just gives me ...

Former Raptor Jose Calderon named Cavaliers assistant general manager

A Toronto Raptors legend has received a promotion in Cleveland. Jose Calderon was named as an assistant general manager for the Cavaliers, the team announced on Friday. Brandon Weems was promoted to general manager. Jon Nichols was elevated to associate general manager and Brendon Yu also became an assistant GM alongside Calderon. Calderon played for the Raptors for seven-and-a-half seasons, averaging 10 points, 7.2 assists and shooting 38.8 per cent from three-point range. The 44-year-old for...

Eastern Notes: Watson, Raptors, Magic, Burrell, Knicks

Introduced as a member of the Cavaliers at his new team’s training facility on Thursday, Peyton Watson acknowledged that Cleveland wasn’t among his initial suitors this offseason. However, as Joe Reedy of The Associated Press details, once the Cavs entered the mix, the fit appealed to the restricted free agent wing, who is looking forward […]

Kawhi Leonard Raptors extension gets massive insider revelation

Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are set to hammer a long-term pact before finally beginning their 2026-27 NBA season preparations. According to Michael Grange of Sportsnet, both sides are expected to reach a contract extension before the Raptors head to training camp, as Leonard wants to get a deal done before finally wearing a Toronto uniform. https://x.com/michaelgrange/status/2100667337355542872?s=20 Kawhi Leonard, Raptors getting closer to a contract extension After months of waiting...

Raptors Notes: Kawhi, Clips Trade, Barnes, Charles, More

Appearing on TSN earlier this week (YouTube link), ESPN’s Shams Charania discussed the blockbuster trade that finally sent Kawhi Leonard back to the Raptors on Monday after it was initially agreed to on June 30. When asked whether the Clippers and Raptors considered altering the original terms of the deal after Los Angeles was forced […]

Kawhi Leonard best friend joins Toronto Raptors

The Toronto Raptors have landed a new key coaching addition to further satisfy Kawhi Leonard in their offseason reunion. On Thursday, Toronto officially unveiled its coaching staff ahead of the 2026-27 season, announcing the addition of Jeremy Castleberry to join Darko Rajakovic. Castleberry joins Stephen Silas as one of the new faces within the Raptors for the upcoming season. https://x.com/zulfi_sheikh/status/2100594305077276997?s=20 Jeremy Castleberry joins Kawhi Leonard again in Raptors re...