Kawhi Leonard’s move to the Toronto Raptors has been in limbo since the start of the month due to the team’s unwillingness to absorb the risk of the punishments the NBA could impose on Leonard, who is in the middle of a salary circumvention scandal with the LA Clippers. With such uncertainty, the Raptors received […]
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There’s no concern in Cleveland that the Cavaliers‘ contract agreement with Mario Hezonja is in any danger of falling apart, writes Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com (subscription required). Reports out of Spain have indicated that Real Madrid is worried about Hezonja exercising the exit clause in his contract in order to sign an NBA deal, get […]
The Toronto Raptors received good news about their desire to finally complete the Kawhi Leonard trade with the LA Clippers, which has been in limbo for the past three weeks amid the NBA’s investigation of the two-time champion’s salary circumvention issue with the Clippers. Despite the ongoing investigation and new developments surfacing, the Raptors are […]
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The Toronto Raptors need to avoid the Jalen Duren-Detroit Pistons situation next year with Jamal Shead.
The Toronto Raptors remain committed to reacquiring Kawhi Leonard despite the uncertainty surrounding the NBA’s ongoing salary-cap circumvention investigation involving the Los Angeles Clippers, according to a detailed report from ESPN’s Baxter Holmes. The proposed blockbuster trade, agreed to on June 30, would send Leonard back to Toronto in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, […]
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The possibility that the NBA’s investigation involving Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers could extend into 2027 hasn’t derailed plans to complete Leonard’s trade to the Raptors. According to Baxter Holmes of ESPN, both franchises still intend to move forward with the blockbuster deal despite uncertainty surrounding the league’s salary cap circumvention probe. As Hoops Wire […]
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Toronto will have to wait even longer for Kawhi Leonard’s homecoming. What was initially expected to be a blockbuster trade has instead spiraled into a prolonged legal and administrative saga. The Clippers’ suspended deal, pending the NBA’s investigation, has evolved into a multi-year standoff that threatens to leave two franchises in limbo. The league’s probe […]
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The Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard are still waiting for the NBA’s investigation into possible salary cap circumvention involving the two-time Finals MVP to wrap up. It appears no end is in sight.The Raptors and Clippers agreed to a trade involving Leonard, Brandon Ingram and Gradey Dick several weeks ago. According to […]
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Sam Quinn noted on the Third Apron podcast how much better the Raptors’ trade for Kawhi Leonard would look if they could change some of the draft assets.
The Toronto Raptors have announced the team’s preseason schedule for the 2026-2027 season, which includes training camp in Quebec City. The Raps will begin preparations for the upcoming season with Media Day on Monday, September 28, before starting training camp at the Université Laval PEPS athletic complex in Quebec City, which the team notes is ... Read more
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Christian Koloko’s NBA journey is taking him to New Orleans. The former Toronto Raptors big man has agreed to a one-year contract with the Pelicans, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, as he looks to earn a spot on the team’s final roster. The Raptors selected the 6-foot-11 centre 33rd overall in the 2022 NBA ... Read more
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Listen to enough sports podcasts, and eventually you will hear someone spit the name of every podcaster's greatest enemy: the aggregators. Oh, how the fellas who talk about sports into a mic for a living love to complain about the aggregators. Don't aggregate this! yelps Zach Lowe, before sharing a mild opinion about the Toronto Raptors. Listen up, aggregators, I am not reporting this , groans Bill Simmons, before guessing where LeBron James might sign. I need to be careful here, because of th...
With Stephen Curry reportedly taking a ’don’t-get-too-excited-so-you-don’t-get-hurt’ approach to the final chapters of his Golden State Warriors’ tenure, it makes sense to think about alternative options that are on the table for the 12-time All-Star. One destination that has surprisingly circulated in online discussions is the Toronto Raptors. But is it a good fit for […]
The New Orleans Pelicans have added frontcourt depth by agreeing to a one-year contract with center Christian Koloko, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto reported Tuesday that Koloko will compete for the final roster spot after spending time with the Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies and Atlanta Hawks over the past four […]
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As the Raptors face tight finances and a roster crunch, AJ Lawson's move to Spain shows there was little opportunity for him to remain in Toronto.
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Raptors fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. This week’s survey puts every Toronto Raptors fan in the shoes of General Manager and Vice-President […]
There are both benefits and issues that will come with the Toronto Raptors bringing back franchise legend DeMar DeRozan in 2026.
The Raptors’ projected best lineup for next season isn’t without its flaws.
He’ll have to go from coaching a young team to leading a squad with high expectations after his first playoffs as a head coach.
Now that LeBron James has finally chosen the team he will, in all likelihood, finish his career with, all the major signings, trades, and additions have been made for this offseason. This offseason will go down as one of the most active in terms of star-level players switching teams in recent NBA history. From Giannis […]
Toronto’s offseason continues to heat up with superstar rumours, roster moves and plenty of league-wide storylines.
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The Toronto native leaves the NBA after four seasons, joining Baskonia of Spain’s Liga ACB for the next chapter of his career.
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The Golden State Warriors are in a tough spot after a horror 2025-26 season. The franchise still intends to compete for a championship under Stephen Curry, but the possibility of that is growing bleak by the moment. The Warriors did have a glimmer of hope earlier in the offseason, being linked with notable players like […]
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With LeBron James having made his long-awaited free agent decision, the top scorer available on the market is DeMar DeRozan. Accordingly, his market is starting to heat up. According to insider Shams Charania, there are three teams that seem to be in the running for DeRozan, but surprisingly, the Toronto Raptors are not among the trio of landing spots that he lists. The Cavaliers, Heat and Nuggets have all expressed recent free agent interest in DeMar DeRozan, per @ShamsCharania . DeRozan, one...
The Raptors will be out to get revenge for their early playoff exit next season. LeBron James could have gotten in the way.