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Raptors fans have specific roster need in mind for front-office

Even when Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Toronto Raptors was nothing but a fantasy, fans have long clamoured for a very specific type of archetype. It’s a need that the front-office has struggled to fill since leaning on champions Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka – a two-way stretch five. Anytime a player like Chris Boucher, […]

Dillon Brooks believes Kawhi Leonard’s trade to Raptors will fall through

The Phoenix Suns star Dillon Brooks weighed in on the likelihood of Kawhi Leonard's trade to the Toronto Raptors happening for the upcoming NBA season. One situation that remains on standby is the case of Kawhi Leonard , whose investigation had reportedly come to an end , paving the way for a trade from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Toronto Raptors . However, Dillon Brooks believes that trade will not happen. During an appearance on streamer N3ON’s stream, Dillon Brooks offered just t...

Casey atmetė pasiūlymą iš Romos

Krepšinyje debiutuosianti Romos „Basketball“ rugpjūčio pradžioje vis dar neturi vyriausiojo trenerio. NBA apžvalgininkas Marcas Steinas pranešė, kad Italijos klubas sulaukė neigiamo atsakymo iš Dwane'o Casey . Casey buvo pagrindinis Romos projekto kandidatas, tačiau jis nutarė likti NBA, kur pastaruoju metu dirba Detroito „Pistons“ komandos vyresniuoju patarėju. 2011-2018 m. laikotarpiu Casey treniravo Toronto „Raptors“ ir sutiko Joną Valančiūną bei Liną Kle...

Raptors unwilling to assume Kawhi Leonard penalty risk

The Toronto Raptors are refusing to finalize their trade for Kawhi Leonard because they are unwilling to assume the potential penalties tied to the NBA’s ongoing salary-cap circumvention investigation involving the Los Angeles Clippers. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, Toronto’s position is straightforward: “They are not willing to assume those risks.” That stance has left […] The post Raptors unwilling to assume Kawhi Leonard penalty risk appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Heat release 2026-27 preseason schedule, will begin in Quebec

The Miami Heat released their full five-game preseason schedule for the 2026-27 season on Thursday. The schedule includes three at home, one on the road and one at a neutral site. The Giannis Antetokounmpo era will unofficially begin in Quebec City, Canada, against the Toronto Raptors (a semi-home game for them…), who are awaiting the […] The post Heat release 2026-27 preseason schedule, will begin in Quebec appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Eastern Notes: Cavs, Hezonja, LeBron, Raptors, Nets

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 […]

Raptors willing to absorb Kawhi Leonard penalties

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, […] The post Raptors willing to absorb Kawhi Leonard penalties appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Clippers, Raptors still plan to complete Kawhi Leonard trade

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 […] The post Clippers, Raptors still plan to complete Kawhi Leonard trade appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Major Update on Clippers Investigation Puts Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors Future in Question

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 […] The post Major Update on Clippers Investigation Puts Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors Future in Question appeared first on EssentiallySpor...

Raptors announce 2026 training camp and preseason schedule

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 The post Raptors announce 2026 training camp and preseason schedule first appeared on Raptors Republic .

Former Raptors big Christian Koloko agrees to one-year deal with Pels

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 The post Former Raptors big Christian Koloko agrees to one-year deal with Pels first appeared on Raptors Republic .

If The Podcaster Desires To Defeat The Aggregator, He Must Look Inward

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...

Why Stephen Curry on the Raptors makes sense

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 […]

Pelicans sign Christian Koloko

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 […] The post Pelicans sign Christian Koloko appeared first on TalkBasket.net .