By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 17, 2023 10:39 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size CHICAGO – Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes each scored 22 points as the Toronto Raptors kept their unbeaten NBA pre-season record intact with a 106-102 win over the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. Dennis Schroeder …
TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have requested the dismissal of the New York Knicks’ lawsuit against them. Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE), the owners of the Raptors, filed a motion for dismissal in New York’s Southern District on Monday. MLSE filed the legal documents on behalf of the NBA club, head coach Darko Rajakovic, …
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 15, 2023 8:25 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Cairns Taipans suffered a devastating loss against the Toronto Raptors in a Sunday exhibition game at Scotiabank Arena. The NBA’s Raptors dominated the game with a 134-93 victory, leaving the Taipans struggling to …
One constant in the Toronto Raptors lineup this season will be centre Jakob Poeltl. During a pre-season press conference, new head coach Darko Rajakovic announced a heavy rotation of players through the guard and wing positions. However, Poeltl will be the mainstay at the five-spot. Standing at seven-foot-one, Poeltl is entering his eighth NBA season …
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 6, 2023 2:41 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size BURNABY – The National Basketball Players Association and its members on the Toronto Raptors are donating $10,000 to fund striking support workers at Simon Fraser University. NBPA vice-president and Raptors guard Garrett Temple stated that the …
The Influence of International Game in the NBA: Raptors Embrace Ball Movement for 2023-24 Season By The Canadian Press The influence of the international game in the NBA is no secret, and it’s nothing new. The recent NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat showcased the effectiveness of a more team-oriented style …
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 6, 2023 7:15 pm Decrease article font size Increase article font size BURNABY, B.C. – Forward Precious Achiuwa will miss the Toronto Raptors’ first pre-season game due to injury. Achiuwa strained his left groin during a training camp workout. Related Videos 1:27 New scholarship for digital literacy in …
Scottie Barnes, the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft, has a strong chance to take on the role of point guard for the Toronto Raptors. With Fred VanVleet’s departure to Houston in free agency and new head coach Darko Rajakovic’s focus on selfless basketball and utilizing player skillsets, the opportunity has opened up. …
BURNABY, B.C. – Gradey Dick is immersing himself in the experience. Taking part in his first NBA pre-season camp in Burnaby, B.C., Dick, the Raptors’ 13th overall pick from the 2023 draft, is eager to learn and grow. In regards to his time at training camp, Dick stated, “The change has been great for me …
BURNABY, B.C. – Otto Porter Jr.’s tenure as a Toronto Raptor was limited to just eight games. Following his season-ending foot surgery on January 10, 2022, the team underwent coaching changes and saw the departure of veteran players. Despite the challenges, Porter plans to use his injury rehabilitation experience as motivation for the upcoming training …