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Eastern Notes: Wade, Pistons, Raptors, K. Jones

The Cavaliers are “expected to lose” veteran forward Dean Wade in unrestricted free agency, league sources tell Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Cleveland has been able to negotiate with Wade since Sunday, the day after the NBA Finals ended. A former undrafted free agent who started his professional career on a two-way contract, Wade has spent […]

Toronto Raptors June 19 Mock Draft Round-Up: Best guard available?

With the 2026 NBA Draft less than five days away, the phrase “mock draft” continues to grow as one of the most searched phrases among basketball enthusiasts. For Toronto Raptors supporters, this time of the year means becoming familiar with the array of players that could be available at pick 19. In part three of […]

Raptors Reacts Survey: From super-sub to sophomore starter?

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 question shines a spotlight on rookie standout Collin Murray-Boyles. The six-foot-seven bruiser won an […]

4 hints about who the Raptors will take in the NBA Draft

The Raptors have given us some clues as to who they might end up taking with the 19th and 50th picks in this year’s draft. The 2026 NBA Draft is shaping up to have one of the most seemingly loaded classes in a long time, with its top three of AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, and […]

Dan Tolzman: Raptors lack lob threats and shot-blocking

Here’s Toronto Raptors assistant GM & VP of player personnel Dan Tolzman on what teams want from big men in today’s game/taking a close look at what they’ve lacked down low. (via Hello and Welcome): “I think everybody wants bigs that can step out on the perimeter and not only offensively, but defensively, too, because […] The post Dan Tolzman: Raptors lack lob threats and shot-blocking appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Toronto Raptors 2026 Offseason Preview

The Toronto Raptors 2026 offseason preview is here! Breaking down their cap space and tax situations, players under contract, free agents, extension candidates and much more!

Eastern Notes: Raptors, Splitter, Sixers, Ball, Knicks

When Raptors assistant general manager Dan Tolzman spoke to reporters on Tuesday ahead of the 2026 NBA draft, he didn’t offer a ton of juicy tidbits. As Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca relays (via Twitter), Tolzman suggested the draft is fairly wide open after the first 10 or 12 picks, said the cost to move up […]

Raptors adjusting to new draft reality in NIL era

The rise of NIL opportunities in college basketball has altered how NBA teams evaluate the draft, particularly franchises selecting outside the lottery. For the Toronto Raptors, who own the No. 19 and No. 50 picks this year, finding overlooked talent has become increasingly difficult. Assistant general manager Dan Tolzman noted that prospects who might have […] The post Raptors adjusting to new draft reality in NIL era appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Atlantic Notes: Nets, Celtics, Sixers, Raptors

The Nets face a difficult task this summer as they look to start turning their losing ways around without the benefit of a top-five pick. They don’t control their first-rounder in next summer’s draft, meaning they have no incentive to tank, and therefore must find the most effective way to get this roster to a […]

Raptors fans say RJ Barrett should stay, team needs new big man

It’s no secret that the Raptors’ roster has been a contentious topic since the rebuild began in 2024. Bringing on Brandon Ingram has just added more fuel to that fire, with his playoff woes and Toronto’s loss in Game 7 of the first round solidifying the idea that while the Raptors are on the right […]

Stein’s Latest: Reaves, Pistons, Bulls, Raptors, Mavs

The Lakers are still trying to find the right balance of players to put around star Luka Doncic, and they have an important offseason ahead of them, with Austin Reaves and LeBron James both on track unrestricted free agency. Signs seem to be pointing to the Lakers retaining Reaves, according to Marc Stein of the […]

Sneaky Jalen Brunson leg kick could save Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama from suspension

San Antonio Spurs fans must have had a heart in their mouth moment when they saw Victor Wembanyama impede on Jalen Brunson’s landing space on a made three-pointer in the third quarter of Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Brunson ended up making a three-pointer, but even in real time, it looked as though Wembanyama’s […] The post Sneaky Jalen Brunson leg kick could save Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama from suspension appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Why the Toronto Raptors should add the best rim-attacker in the draft

Profile Position: Point guard Height: Six-foot-two Weight: 185 pounds Comparisons: Elfrid Payton, Earl Watson, Collin Sexton, Reggie Jackson, Jeremiah Fears Raptors Comparisons: Rafer Alston, T.J. Ford Strengths Rim-pressure Ebuka Okorie’s elite trait is his ability to get to the basket at will. Ranking in the 99th percentile per 100 possessions for attempts at the rim, […]

Why Draymond Green believes Knicks’ Game 4 was ‘greatest playoff game ever’

As fans continue their reactions to the New York Knicks’ historic 29-point comeback win against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green can’t stop talking about it either. The Knicks have the Spurs on the brink of elimination with a 3-1 lead heading into Game […] The post Why Draymond Green believes Knicks’ Game 4 was ‘greatest playoff game ever’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox ready to move on from epic NBA Finals Game 4 collapse

San Antonio Spurs star De’Aaron Fox made a blunder of a play going up for a layup attempt in the closing seconds of Game 4 of the NBA Finals, only for his shot to be blocked by OG Anunoby. It’s been one of the most talked-about moments in this year’s playoffs, and Fox is ready […] The post Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox ready to move on from epic NBA Finals Game 4 collapse appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Raptors Notes: Barrett, Trade/FA Targets, Draft Workouts

RJ Barrett will be eligible for an extension this summer, but the Raptors may not be in a hurry to get a new deal in place, Eric Koreen of The Athletic states in his latest mailbag column. Barrett, who’s entering the final year of his current contract at $29.6MM, will remain extension-eligible through the start […]

Raptors Reacts Survey: Which off-season direction should Toronto take?

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 questions put you in the shoes of recently-extended General Manager (and newly-titled Executive Vice […]