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Cade vs. Scottie Part 1: Raps set to host Pistons

The first of many battles between Scottie Barnes and Cade Cunningham takes place on Saturday in Toronto.

Carlan Gay

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OG's continued evolution in one play

OG Anunoby has made game-winning shots before, but as his game evolves, he is beginning to make game-winning reads as a playmaker, as shown in the Raptors big win over the 76ers.

Gilbert McGregor

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VanVleet fined $15K for "Sam Cassell" celebration

Fred VanVleet hit a dagger 3-pointer to help lift the Raptors over the 76ers on Thursday. His familiar celebration after the big shot earned him a $15,000 fine from the NBA.

Kyle Irving

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Isiah Thomas: Raptors were to draft Garnett in 1995

In the new Showtime documentary, "Kevin Garnett: Anything Is Possible," former Raptors executive Isiah Thomas spoke on just how close the expansion team was to taking Garnett in 1995.

Gilbert McGregor

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VanVleet comes up clutch to lead Raptors over 76ers

The Raptors earned a hard-fought win over the 76ers on the road behind an impressive stretch of plays from OG Anunoby that led to dagger 3-pointers from Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr.

Kyle Irving

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Preview: Raptors look to get back on track in Philly

Losers of three straight, the Raptors look to snap the skid when they visit the 76ers Thursday night.

Gilbert McGregor

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The early returns on Barnes couldn't be better

We're now 10 games into the career of Raptors rookie Scottie Barnes and the early returns couldn't be better. From his jump shot being ahead of schedule to his disruptive defence, here's what we've learned so far.

Scott Rafferty

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Running diary of Barnes' best moments

Follow along as we chronicle the rookie season of Scottie Barnes with his most memorable moments, performances and highlights, starting with his highly anticipated debut.

NBA.com Staff

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League Pass primer for Thursday

There's only one game on NBA League Pass Thursday but it features four players that appeared in the 2021 All-Star Game.

Gilbert McGregor

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Six thoughts as Tatum leads Celtics past Raptors

The Raptors losing streak continues, dropping three straight on the heels of a five-game win streak. The win for the Celtics marks their first at the TD Garden this season.

Kyle Irving

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Celtics balanced scoring attack downs Raptors

The Raptors couldn't get over the hump as the Celtics picked up their first home win of the season behind a balanced scoring attack that saw six different players score in double figures.

Kyle Irving

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Breaking down the Raptors 905 roster

With the season getting underway, who is on the Raptors 905's opening day roster? We've got you covered with what you need to know about their roster this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Why isn't Dragic playing for Raptors?

Goran Dragic went from starting at point guard on opening night to seven-consecutive DNPs, the longest stretch of his career since his rookie season. Why isn't he seeing the floor?

Kyle Irving

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Preview: Tough stretch begins for Raptors

A tough stretch begins for the Raptors, who play eight of their next nine games on the road.

Scott Rafferty

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Soundsystem: Rookie of the Year check in

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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How Siakam looked in his season debut

The Raptors fell to the Nets on Sunday but received a nice boost from Pascal Siakam, who made his highly anticipated season debut. Here's how the one-time All-Star looked in his 25 minutes on the court.

Scott Rafferty

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Durant impressed by Raptors rookie Barnes

Toronto Raptors rookie Scottie Barnes turned in an impressive performance at Scotiabank Arena, catching the attention of two-time Finals MVP Kevin Durant.

Benyam Kidane

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Sunday's best game & top fantasy performers

An exciting eight games cap-off the first week of November as the NBA schedule slowly heads towards its first holiday - Thanksgiving. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

NBA.com Staff

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What Siakam's return means for Toronto

Pascal Siakam's impact on both ends of the floor is capable of pushing an already-good Raptors team towards being a true force in the East.

Gilbert McGregor

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Durant, Harden praise Raptors fanbase

Following the Nets win over the Pistons, Kevin Durant and James Harden both expressed excitement to return to Toronto to take on the Raptors on Sunday, Nov. 6.

Kyle Irving

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Implications of Raptors' latest roster moves

Dekker appeared in one game with the Raptors after signing as a free agent this past offseason. Bonga, 22, will make $1.7 million this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Preview: Siakam, Raptors host Nets

The Toronto Raptors welcome back Pascal Siakam when they host the Brooklyn Nets in a Sunday afternoon matinee.

Gilbert McGregor

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Siakam to debut Sunday vs. Nets

After Pascal Siakam underwent successful shoulder surgery in June, when should you expect to see him take the floor for the Raptors this season?

Gilbert McGregor

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Injury update and timeline for Pascal Siakam

After Pascal Siakam underwent successful shoulder surgery in June, when should you expect to see him take the floor for the Raptors this season?

Gilbert McGregor

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Garland leads late comeback, Cavs snap Raptors' streak

The Raptors win streak ends at five after Cavaliers guard Darius Garland led the charge on a fourth quarter comeback to erase a 15-point deficit.

Kyle Irving

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Friday's best game, top fantasy performers

The Cavaliers comeback win over the Raptors and the Knicks comeback win over the Bucks highlight Friday's nine-game slate.

Kyle Irving

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Rookie Ladder: Barnes leads the way in first ranking

The Raptors No. 4 pick Scottie Barnes leads all rookies in scoring and rebounding and leads the first Rookie Ladder of the season.

Carlan Gay

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Five stats to know from Raptors win streak

The Raptors have ripped off five wins in a row to place them among the best teams in the Eastern Conference to start the season. What are some key stats to know about how the win streak has come about?

Kyle Irving

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VanVleet showing signs of being midrange assassin

Fred VanVleet had his best game of the season to date in Toronto's win over Washington and put his latest development on full display.

Scott Rafferty

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Mobley or Barnes for early ROY favorite?

Scottie Barnes leads all rookies in scoring and rebounding while Evan Mobley is already a rim-protecting defensive monster. Which top pick is the early leader for Rookie of the Year?

Carlan Gay

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Barnes (thumb) to return Friday vs. Cavs

Scottie Barnes has gotten his rookie season off to a strong start with averages of 18.1 points, 8.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.7 steals on 55.1 percent shooting from the field through seven games.

Scott Rafferty

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Biggest unanswered questions for November

Can the Lakers figure out their Russell Westbrook problem? Will the Celtics' struggles continue? Can the Bulls sustain their stingy defense? The NBA.com Global Staff examines the unanswered questions heading into November.

Carlan Gay

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Drake, Nurse support Toronto WNBA team

Global Ambassador, Drake and Raptors head coach Nick Nurse threw their support behind the idea of bringing a WNBA team to Toronto.

Benyam Kidane

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VanVleet enjoying team's winning streak

Fred VanVleet says he's not taking the Raptors current five-game winning streak for granted as they continue to climb the Eastern Conference standings.

Nick Metallinos

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VanVleet takes over as Raps extend winning streak

The Raptors just keep on winning. Led by a season-high 33 points from Fred VanVleet, Toronto handled the Washington Wizards on the road to extend a franchise best start away from home.

Kane Pitman

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Drake calls for WNBA expansion team in Toronto

Global Ambassador, Drake and Raptors head coach Nick Nurse threw their support behind the idea of bringing a WNBA team to Toronto.

Benyam Kidane

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Wednesday's best game & top fantasy performers

What a night of hoops it was around the NBA with eleven games on the slate. Three games where decided by one possession, with monster performances across the league. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Kane Pitman

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Raptors stay hot behind big night for FVV

The Raptors made it five straight wins as they concluded a three game road trip in Washington against the Wizards. Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam remained out for Toronto, as Fred VanVleet picked up the slack to finish with a season-high 33 points.

Kane Pitman

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VanVleet launches "Bet on Yourself" pod

In conjunction with Acast, Fred VanVleet is launching the "Bet On Yourself" podcast, which is set to premiere on Wednesday, Nov. 3

Gilbert McGregor

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Should Birch be moved into the starting unit?

As of late, Khem Birch has been the most effective center on the Raptors' roster. Does that warrant a shakeup in the team's starting unit?

Gilbert McGregor

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Preview: Can Raptors make it five in a row?

Following a big win over the Knicks in which OG Anunoby scored a career-best 36 points, the Raptors travel to Washington in search of their fifth straight victory.

Scott Rafferty

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On This Date: Raptors make their NBA debut

Over 33,000 fans cheered on the Raptors at the SkyDome as they defeated the New Jersey Nets.

Scott Rafferty

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Career night for OG lifts Raps over Knicks

What a performance from the Toronto Raptors at Madison Square Garden. Trailing by 15 points in the first half, the Raptors leant on some spectacular offensive performances and trademark defence to run away from the Knicks on a career-night for OG Anunoby.

Kane Pitman

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Raptors take down Knicks

The red-hot Raptors made it four wins in a row as they travelled to New York to take on the first-place Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Trailing by 15 points at one stage, it was an impressive performance behind a huge night for OG Anunoby.

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What are NBA Classic Matchups?

As part of the NBA's 75th anniversary celebration, it will honor both the league's history and its current stars with several "Classic Matchups," which will occur throughout the season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Fast Facts: Huskies vs. Knicks NBA anniversary game

On Nov. 1, 1946, the Toronto Huskies and New York Knicks played in the first-ever NBA game. Here are some interesting facts from that night.

Carlan Gay

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Raptors unveil Nike City Edition uniforms

The Raptors have unveiled their City Edition uniforms for the 2021-22 NBA season. Take a look at the new threads, along with the game schedule of when Toronto plans to wear them.

Kyle Irving

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Game Preview: Raptors look to cool off Knicks

On the 75th anniversary of the NBA's first-ever game, two of the league's hottest teams do battle at Madison Square Garden.

Carlan Gay

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Knicks, Raptors to embark on first Classic Matchup of NBA 75

In celebration of the NBA's 75th season, the schedule features a number of classic matchups throughout the season that unify the league's rich history with its current landscape of stars and feature franchises.

Gilbert McGregor

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The Knicks are powered by their ... offence?

Riding a top-five defence in the league, the Knicks exceeded all expectations last season to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2013. Through the first two weeks of the 2021-22 season, it has surprisingly been the other side of the ball that has carried New York to a strong start.

Kyle Irving

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Fast facts on first game in NBA history

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the NBA's inaugural season, meaning Nov. 1 will be 75 years to the date of the first game in NBA history. The Toronto Huskies fell to the New York Knicks by a close margin of two points, but what else is there to know about that historic contest?

Kyle Irving

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Knicks have fixed offensive troubles

The Knicks rode their stingy defense to wins last season. This year, they've done it with a revamped offense.

Kyle Irving

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Barnes comes up clutch as Raptors win 3rd in a row

Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with his second double-double of the season, knocking down a pair of clutch free throws to seal the 97-94 win.

Benyam Kidane

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Raptors edge Pacers to win third straight

The Raptors make it three wins in a row behind a 21-point, 12 rebound performance from rookie Scottie Barnes! NBA.com has you covered with all the live updates, highlights, scores and stats from tonight's game as it happened.

Benyam Kidane

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Preview: Raptors look for third-straight win vs. Pacers

The Raptors look to make it three straight victories when they travel to take on the Pacers in Indiana.

Kyle Irving

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Trail Blazers big W vs. Clippers headline Friday's (ET) slate

This was a fun night around the NBA. We had rookie battles, vintage veteran performances and statement wins. If you missed any of the action check in here for the scores, highlights and best performances of the night.

Kane Pitman

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Raps escape late rally to defeat Magic

Whew, that was close. The Raptors survived a late 11-0 run from the Magic to win back-to-back games for the first time this season. This was an entertaining matchup all round, with the rookie battle between Scottie Barnes and Jalen Suggs living up to the billing.

Kane Pitman

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Raptors survive late scare to top Magic

The first highly-anticipated matchup between No. 4 overall pick Scottie Barnes and No. 5 overall pick Jalen Suggs didn't disappoint, with both rookies putting up impressive performances. Check in here if you missed any of the action.

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Game Preview: Can the Raptors make it two in a row at home?

The Raptors host the Magic on Friday night, giving fans a chance to see Scottie Barnes vs. Jalen Suggs for the first time this season.

Carlan Gay

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Barnes, Suggs will forever be linked through NBA Draft

The Raptors shocked the NBA world when they selected Scottie Barnes over Jalen Suggs with the No. 4 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. The pick immediately added another tandem to a long list of players who will forever be linked through the draft.

Kyle Irving

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NBA 75 Mini Court three-pack: Huskies, Raptors, Grizzlies

In line with the NBA's 75th anniversary season, fans can own a piece of history by purchasing a Mini Court three-pack that features the inaugural courts for the Toronto Huskies, Toronto Raptors and Vancouver Grizzlies.

Kyle Irving

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Five thoughts from first five Raptors games

What have we learned about the Raptors through five games? From there shaky offence to the all-around brilliance of rookie Scottie Barnes, NBA.com's Scott Rafferty breaks down five things that have caught his eye.

Scott Rafferty

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Rookie Round Up: Barnes, Green, Duarte off to hot starts

The 2021 NBA Draft class has gotten their feet wet at the next level, making their mark on the first week of the NBA season. Which players have lived up to the hype and who still has to get comfortable?

Kyle Irving

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Raptors bounce back with win over Pacers

Fred VanVleet and OG Anunoby combined for 51 points to power the Raptors to an impressive 118-100 win over the Indiana Pacers — their first win at Scotiabank Arena this season. NBA.com has you covered with live updates from all the action.

Benyam Kidane

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Preview: Can the Raptors get rolling offensively?

Toronto's homestand continues on Wednesday when it hosts Indiana. Can the Raptors get going offensively or will it be another low-scoring affair?

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors' offence dealing with Siakam-sized deficiency

While Toronto's halfcourt offence has been detrimentally bad so far, fans can find solace in the fact that it is early on, and while the return of Siakam won't be a fix-all solution, the one-time All-Star starter stands to help in a major area of concern.

Gilbert McGregor

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Doncic's wizardry in five possessions

There was one particular stretch in the Mavs' win over the Raptors in which Luka Doncic scored or assisted on 12 straight points to take control of the game. It was a reminder of how surgical the two-time All-Star can be.

Scott Rafferty

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DeRozan leads Bulls past Raptors in a thriller

After trailing by as many as 20 points and 13 in the fourth quarter, the Raptors turned it on defensively down the stretch to make it a one possession game, but the Bulls hung on to secure their fourth straight win 111-108.

Benyam Kidane

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Tatum's big night highlights thrilling night of action

Nine games filled the slate on Monday night (ET), as the Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets looked to remain undefeated in the early going. If you missed any of the action jump in right here for all the news, highlights and recaps of the day's play.

Kane Pitman

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Raptors comeback falls short against Bulls

The Raptors nearly pulled off the comeback after trailing by as many as 20 points in the third quarter, but DeMar DeRozan and the Bulls held on for a 111-108 win to continue their unbeaten (4-0) start to the season.

Benyam Kidane

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How DeRozan has performed against Raptors

The Raptors face DeMar DeRozan for the first time as a member of the Bulls. It'll mark his seventh time facing the Raptors since he was traded from the franchise.

Scott Rafferty

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Preview: DeRozan, Bulls make first visit to Toronto

The Raptors continue a four-game homestand on Monday when DeMar DeRozan and the Bulls visit Scotiabank Arena. Here is what you need to know about watching the game.

Gilbert McGregor

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Boucher looks to rise to Nurse's latest challenge

"He needs to start playing better, period," Nick Nurse said of Chris Boucher three games into the season. Boucher is averaging 6.0 points and 4.3 rebounds while shooting 26.9 percent from the field to start the season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Raptors fade in second half against Mavs

The Toronto Raptors got off to a fast start against the Dallas Mavericks but fell away in the second half, going down 103-95 at Scotiabank Arena.

Benyam Kidane

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Doncic, Mavs come alive in second-half to sink Raptors

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Raptors ran out of gas in the second half as the Mavericks finished strong to seal a 103-95 win. NBA.com has you covered with all the live updates, scores and stats from the game.

Benyam Kidane

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Barnes flashes dangerous potential on offence

The Raptors' first win of the season was propelled by a breakout game from rookie forward Scottie Barnes, who is already showing improvement on his perceived biggest weakness.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors return home vs. Doncic, Mavericks

The Raptors rebounded from a disappointing loss to blow out the Celtics for their first win of the season. They will now travel back to Toronto to take on Luka Doncic and the Mavericks on the second half of a back-to-back.

Kyle Irving

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Udoka on Celtics loss: "As ugly as it can get"

The Boston Celtics battled through a rough night in their home opener, dropping a 115-83 contest to the Toronto Raptors. Outworked and out hustled throughout the night, head coach Ime Udoka didn't hold back with his analysis.

Kane Pitman

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Celtics head coach Ime Udoka says Boston was 'punked' in home opener blowout loss

It wasn't the home opener the Boston Celtics were hoping for, with the Toronto Raptors rolling to a 32-point win at TD Garden. Head coach Ime Udoka didn't hold back postgame, saying the Celtics were 'punked' in the disappointing loss.

Kane Pitman

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Scottie Barnes, Raptors blow out Celtics

What a way to bounce back. The Toronto Raptors dominated the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden to pick up their first win of the season. Scottie Barnes had a massive night for Toronto, tallying 25 points and 13 rebounds.

Kane Pitman

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Raptors blow out Celtics for first win of the season

Following their season-opening loss to the Wizards, the Raptors hit the road to take on the Celtics and picked up an emphatic win. If you missed any of the action catch up here with scores, highlights and reaction as it happened.

Kane Pitman

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NBA 75 team has multiple Raptors ties

The NBA's 75th Anniversary Team has multiple players with ties to the Raptors franchise, from those who donned the uniform to executives who made major decisions.

Gilbert McGregor

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NBA launches exclusive retail experience in Canada

13 limited-edition products paying tribute to iconic NBA players and moments in Canada will be released on 75thShop.ca throughout the 2021-22 season.

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors visit Boston in search of first win

The Raptors will look to find their shooting touch on Friday night in Boston when they take on the Celtics in their first road game of the season.

Carlan Gay

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Sights and Sounds: Raptors return home

The Raptors season opener of the 2021-22 season marked the first time in 600 days that an NBA game was played in Canada. Relive the best sights and sounds from the Raptors' return home.

Gilbert McGregor

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Barnes impresses, Raptors fall to Wizards in season opener

The Toronto Raptors returned to Scotiabank Arena for the first time since February 2020, but couldn't overcome an early deficit, going down 98-83 to the Washington Wizards.

Benyam Kidane

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Highlights, final scores from Wednesday's action

An entertaining opening night was followed by an action-packed 11-game slate on Day 2 of the NBA's 75th anniversary season. Follow along for all your final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

Yash Matange

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Raptors go down in season opener

The Raptors got their season off to a losing start, despite a spirited fourth-quarter comeback, going down 98-83 to the Wizards. NBA.com has you covered with live all the live updates, scores and stats from tonight's game.

Benyam Kidane

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Report: Pelicans commit to Valanciunas

According to ESPN's Andrew Lopez, Jonas Valanciunas has signed a two-year, $30.1 million extension with the Pelicans. He is now under contract until 2024.

Kyle Irving

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What to watch on League Pass tonight

The 2021-22 NBA season is underway and there are 11 games of action with 22 teams making their season debut. We have you covered with the perfect plan of attack to consume as many games as possible.

Kyle Irving

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NBA and F1 announce partnership to celebrate NBA 75

Formula 1® racing began in 1950 and is the world’s most prestigious motor racing competition, as well as the world’s most popular annual sporting series. Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1® and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship™.

NBA.com Staff

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Bell Game of the Week: Raptors are back in Toronto

The Bell Game of the Week sees the Raptors open the 2021-22 season at home against the Wizards, marking the first game played in Toronto since February 2020. The game is set to tip at 7:30 p.m. on TSN.

Gilbert McGregor

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Preview: Raptors open season vs. Wizards

The new-look Raptors host the new-look Wizards to open the 2021-22 NBA season. Here is what you need to know about tuning in to the season opener.

Gilbert McGregor

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One stat to know about each Raptor

The Raptors have made their final cut heading into the 2021-22 season, leaving their roster at 15 players, plus two two-way contracts. Here's one stat to know about each player on this season's Raptors.

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors betting odds, predictions for Opening Night

The Raptors open the season against the Wizards in their first game back at Scotiabank Arena since February of 2020. Take a look at a few interesting betting lines to start the year.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors roster features record international players

Toronto's roster to open the 2021-22 NBA season features a record-tying 10 players representing nine different countries, which sets a new record.

Gilbert McGregor

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What we learned about Raptors in preseason

Our NBA.com Staff details their biggest takeaways from Toronto's preseason, from OG Anunoby's breakout play to Scottie Barnes' first real NBA action.

Kyle Irving

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Preseason performances worthy of overreactions

The preseason is the time for unbridled optimism. All performances should be taken with a grain of salt, but these players and teams put on a show in the preseason and have every reason to be optimistic about their upcoming year.

Matthew Blum

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Achiuwa's eye-popping potential in four plays

Following an impressive Summer League, Precious Achiuwa continued to show his two-way potential in Toronto's five preseason games. There were four plays in particular that Achiuwa made that caught the attention of NBA.com's Scott Rafferty.

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors roster finalized for 2021-22 season

The Raptors have made their final cuts, trimming the roster down to 17 players ahead of the 2021-22 season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Raptors keep Watanabe, Dekker and Bonga

The Raptors front office had a tough decision to make, trimming the roster down to 17 ahead of the 2021-22 season. They elected to keep Yuta Watanabe, Sam Dekker and Isaac Bonga, waiving Ishmail Wainright.

Kyle Irving

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What should Raptors do with final roster spots?

The Raptors have four players fighting for the last two roster spots for the 2021-22 season. Will Yuta Watanabe, Ish Wainright, Isaac Bonga or Sam Dekker make the final cut?

Kyle Irving

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Which players deserve to have their jerseys retired?

With the Los Angeles Lakers announcing that Paul Gasol's No.16 will go up in the rafters, our NBA.com Staff share their picks of who is next in line to receive the same honour.

Scott Rafferty

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Alex Antetokounmpo expected to join Raptors 905

The Raptors announced on Friday that they have waived Alex Antetokounmpo and Josh Hall, two players on the training camp roster who were on Exhibit 10 contracts. Both players are expected to join G League affiliate Raptors 905.

Kyle Irving

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Fantasy basketball risers from preseason

Let's face it, it is only the preseason, but there are some fantasy lessons to be learned from a handful of players who may shift the balance in your leagues this season.

Kyle Irving

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Canadian Black Standard announces NBA and MLSE partnership

The Standard is Canada’s premier networking and advocacy platform addressing systemic barriers to employment advancement and the inclusion of Canadian Black women in the sector of marketing.

NBA.com Staff

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Can Raptors kickstart new era with playoff push?

The Raptors enter a new era on opening night without franchise legend Kyle Lowry. Toronto has plenty of talented pieces as they embrace a youth movement, but is that enough for a trip back to the playoffs? We preview a fun season ahead.

Benyam Kidane

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Flynn and Dekker shine in win over Wizards

Malachi Flynn and Sam Dekker came off the bench and turned the game around, combining for 25 points in the fourth quarter as the Raptors close out their preseason action with an encouraging win over the Wizards.

Benyam Kidane

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Preview: Raptors close out preseason vs. Wizards

Coming off of a win over the Rockets on Monday, the Raptors will look to cap off their preseason schedule on a strong note on the road against the Wizards.

Kyle Irving

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How winning alters the legacy of NBA's Greatest 75

Vince Carter or Chris Webber. Patrick Ewing or Russell Westbrook. Our SN staff debates who would've benefitting most from an NBA championship.

Kyle Irving

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Raps defence causes havoc against Rockets

The Raptors dominated Houston from the outset, with a new look starting lineup causing havoc in transition. The win over the Rockets improves the Raptors to 2-2 in the preseason, while OG Anunoby continues to impress.

Kane Pitman

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Top performers, highlights from Day 9 of preseason

Day 9 of the preseason was a busy one with seven games on the schedule. Catch up on all the highlights and big performances as we recap the day's play.

Kane Pitman

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Preview: Raptors return to Toronto for preseason Game 4

Top five picks Scottie Barnes and Jalen Green take centre stage as the Raptors and Rockets take the floor for Monday night preseason action. Here are some things to keep an eye on.

Gilbert McGregor

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Raptors depth chart for 2021-22 season

Toronto's offseason has been headlined by the addition of Scottie Barnes and the sign-and-trade of Kyle Lowry to Miami for Goran Dragic and Precious Achiuwa. How do those moves impact the team's depth chart?

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors will host full capacity crowd at SBA

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment released a statement announcing that, in conjunction with Provincial health authorities, it has been decided that the Raptors will be able to play in front of a full crowd this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Seeds of OG's next step are being planted

OG Anunoby has opened preseason with back-to-back 20-point games. That alone is noteworthy, but it's the way the Raptors forward is doing it that is particularly encouraging for his continued development.

Scott Rafferty

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Achiuwa, Barnes impress in loss to Celtics

Toronto Raptors fans have every reason to be excited about their young group this season, with Scottie Barnes and Precious Achiuwa turning in standout performances on both ends against the Celtics.

Benyam Kidane

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Top performers, highlights from Day 7 of preseason

The Celtics, Hawks and Knicks picked up wins on Saturday's three-game preseason slate. Catch up on all the key storylines, stats and highlights from Day 7 right here.

Benyam Kidane

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Preview: Raptors, Celtics meet for preseason tune-up

The Raptors continue their preseason schedule with a visit to TD Garden to take on Jayson Tatum and the Celtics. There are a few things to keep an eye on in Toronto's third exhibition game.

Gilbert McGregor

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Maple Leafs, Raptors cleared to host full crowds

In conjunction with Provincial health authorities, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment announced that Scotiabank Arena can operate at maximum capacity this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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OG continues strong preseason form in loss to Sixers

The Toronto Raptors were unable to repeat a win against Philadelphia in the preseason opener, falling 125-113 on the road. OG Anunoby continued to build towards the regular season, dropping 22 points to lead the way for the Raptors.

Kane Pitman

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Top performers, highlights from Day 5 of preseason

Just three games on the slate for Day 5 of preseason but don't be fooled into thinking the highlights were hard to come by. Check in here to catch up on all the scores

Kane Pitman

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What channel is Raptors vs. 76ers on today?

The Raptors will take on the 76ers for the second time this week in preseason action.

Carlan Gay

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Preview: Raps continue preseason in Philly

The Raptors head to Philadelphia to finish up their home-and-home series with the 76ers. Here's what to watch for in their second preseason game of the year.

Carlan Gay

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The rookies in the best position to succeed

Not all rookie situations are created equal. It takes the right combination of coaching, culture and surrounding talent to build the right environment for a rookie to thrive. This season, a dozen rookies stand out as having a great opportunity to shine.

Matthew Blum

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Three plays that show why Barnes belongs

Scottie Barnes was as good as advertised in his NBA preaseason debut for the Raptors on Monday. Three plays in particular stood out to NBA.com's Carlan Gay. Here's why.

Carlan Gay

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Former Raptors carving roles in Chicago

From general manager Marc Eversley to the newly-acquired DeMar DeRozan and three of Chicago's other free agency signings, there will be plenty of Raptors DNA present in the Windy City this season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Four stats to know from Raptors preseason win

The Raptors blew the 76ers out by a final score of 123-107 on Monday. Here are four stats that stood out in the team's first preseason win ahead of the 2021-22 season.

Carlan Gay

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Soundsystem: Breaking down NBA.com's GM survey

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Barnes shines as NBA returns to Toronto

Basketball is back in Toronto! For the first time since February 2020, the Raptors hosted a home game at Scotiabank Arena. Returning in winning fashion, it was the play of Scottie Barnes that stood out during the 123-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

Kane Pitman

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Top performers, highlights from Day 2 of preseason

The first multi-game slate of the 2021-22 NBA preseason and there was no shortage of action. We've got you covered with the final scores, top performers, biggest storylines and more from Day 2.

NBA.com Staff

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Danny Green's remarkable wait to receive 2019 NBA ring continues

The Toronto Raptors historic NBA championship in 2019 feels like a lifetime ago. Through a number of circumstances, Danny Green is still waiting for his championship ring from the franchise.

Kane Pitman

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Danny Green's remarkable wait to receive 2019 NBA ring continues

The Toronto Raptors historic NBA championship in 2019 feels like a lifetime ago. Through a number of circumstances, Danny Green is still waiting for his championship ring from the franchise.

Kane Pitman

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Boucher (finger) out 3-to-4 weeks

Prior to the Raptors' first preseason game of the year, head coach Nick Nurse announced that reserve center Chris Boucher will be out for three-to-four weeks after receiving surgery to repair a dislocated left middle finger.

Kyle Irving

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Raptors' 2021 preseason preview

The Raptors will play a five-game exhibition schedule, beginning with an Oct. 4 date with the Philadelphia 76ers at Scotiabank Arena. Below, find a complete guide to tuning in to each of the Raptors' preseason games, including times and broadcast information.

Gilbert McGregor

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Preview: Raptors open preseason vs. 76ers

Raptors basketball is back! They're set to take the Scotiabank Arena floor for the first time since February 2020 for a preseason contest against the 76ers.

Gilbert McGregor

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Raptors announce 2021 preseason schedule

The Raptors today announced their five-game preseason schedule, which opens with the team hosting the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, Oct. 4 at Scotiabank Arena.

NBA.com Staff

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How Anunoby can break out — again

OG Anunoby is coming off of the best season of his career, but many are expecting him to take another leap in 2021-22. What could that look like? NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at where Anunoby still has to improve as he looks to become more of a focal point on offence.

Scott Rafferty

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Drake launches OVO x NBA collection

In collaboration with OVO, Drake has launched a collection of NBA gear featuring six 'World Champion franchises', enlisting rapers Chief Keef and Bobby Shmurda as part of the campaign.

Benyam Kidane

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Soundsystem: Simmons, Zion and media day

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Lowry can get Heat back to their contending ways

The Heat made one of the biggest splashes in free agency in acquiring Kyle Lowry from the Raptors in a sign-and-trade. The six-time All-Star checks a lot of boxes for a team that is hoping to compete with the best of the best this season.

Scott Rafferty

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Barnes poised to take on "huge" role from day one

The Raptors shocked the NBA world when they selected Florida State forward Scottie Barnes with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, but his culture fit with the organization is undeniable. Ahead of his rookie season, head coach Nick Nurse is expecting the 19-year-old to play a huge role for Toronto immediately.

Kyle Irving

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VanVleet sets All-Defensive Team goal

Last season, Fred VanVleet put his defensive abilities on display on a nightly basis, firming his standing as one of the league's most intelligent and active defenders at the guard position.

Gilbert McGregor

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What we learned from Raptors Media Day

Nick Nurse, Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam were among the members of the Raptors who spoke at media day ahead of the 2021-22 season.

Scott Rafferty

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Powell says Lillard recruited him to re-sign with Portland

The Raptors traded Norman Powell to the Trail Blazers at the deadline, knowing the scoring guard was set to land a lucrative deal as an unrestricted free agent this offseason. At Portland's Media Day, Powell explained the recruiting process in getting him to return to the Blazers.

Kyle Irving

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First look at Lowry in Heat uniform

Kyle Lowry joins the Heat following nine unforgettable seasons in Toronto, where he earned six All-Star selections, one All-NBA selection and one championship.

Scott Rafferty

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Siakam's foundation donates to children's hospital

Pascal Siakam's "PS43 Foundation Canada" made a $100,000 donation to Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital to aid children and youth with disabilities.

NBA.com Staff

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Siakam chronicles long-awaited return to Toronto

The video, titled "Back in the Six – Toronto Homecoming," follows Pascal Siakam's journey back to Toronto, marking his first time back in the city since departing for the NBA Restart in June 2020.

Gilbert McGregor

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Assessing fantasy value of Raptors players

One of the best parts about playing fantasy sports is landing your favourite players from your favourite team, giving you an added rooting interest every time you watch them play. Which Raptors players are worth drafting and rostering in the 2021-22 fantasy basketball season?

Kyle Irving

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Fast facts on Raptors' latest training camp signing

The Raptors announced the signing of forward Reggie Perry to round out their training camp roster. Who is Perry and what could he bring to Toronto?

Kyle Irving

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Mykhailiuk can fill a need for the Raptors

The Raptors announced that they have signed Svi Mykhailiuk to a multi-year contract. Toronto will be Mykhailiuk's fourth team since being drafted in 2018, but the Raptors have a need for his skill set.

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors rookie Barnes says he 'couldn't be happier'

Ahead of his rookie season, Scottie Barnes penned a letter on The Players' Tribune in which he detailed his experience since being drafted by the Raptors and his excitement to be a member of the franchise.

Scott Rafferty

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Raptors to visit London, ON to unite against hate

In an official release from MLSE, the Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni and Raptors announced that they will travel to London, Ontario in October in the wake of the hate crime in June that devastated the community and the country.

NBA.com Staff

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Simmons among players primed for bounce-back season

Coming off down years for their standards, the new NBA season is a fresh start for several players to find their way back to previous heights. We take a look at seven bounce-back candidates, headlined by Ben Simmons, Pascal Siakam and Kristaps Porzingis.

Benyam Kidane

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Teams primed to surprise in 2021-22

The Raptors and Hornets are two of the teams our NBA.com Staff believe could be better than expected in the upcoming NBA season.

NBA.com Staff

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Siakam opens up on injury, trade rumours and more

As he gears up to return to Toronto for training camp, Pascal Siakam appeared on the Bob McCown Podcast with McCown and co-host John Shannon. The trio discussed a range of topics, beginning with an update on Siakam's shoulder and his road to recovery.

Gilbert McGregor

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Ujiri's Giants of Africa reveal new initiative

“Since we began investing in the future of sports in Africa over the last two decades, it became clear that camps and programming were not enough to create long-term opportunities for growth in sports,” said Masai Ujiri.

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors 905 G League schedule released

The schedule for the 2021-22 NBA G League season is here, and the Raptors 905 are back in Mississauga, Ontario, where they will begin their schedule on Nov. 11 against the Westchester Knicks at the Paramount Fine Foods Centre.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA Films for Fans created with OLG: "Inheritance"

Directed by Shawn Gerrard, "Inheritance" examines how the love of basketball is passed from parents to children, for players and fans alike.

NBA.com Staff

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NBA Films for Fans created with OLG: "Born Identities"

Directed by Kathleen S. Jayme, "Born Identities" chronicles the genesis of the logos of Canada’s two NBA franchises, the Toronto Raptors and Vancouver Grizzlies during the league's 1995 expansion north of the border.

NBA.com Staff

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Who will win 2021-22 Rookie of the Year?

The 2021 NBA Draft class boasts several players with superstar potential, but which player will hit the ground running in their rookie season? Our NBA.com Staff give us their early predictions for Rookie of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

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Running diary: 2021 Hall of Fame enshrinement

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame welcomes 16 new members as part of the Class of 2021, a group headlined by Chris Bosh, Toni Kukoc, Paul Pierce, Ben Wallace, Chris Webber, Yolanda Griffith and Lauren Jackson. Follow below for updates throughout the ceremony.

NBA.com Staff

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Raptors approved to play in Toronto this season

The Raptors have received approval from the Canadian government to play home games at Scotiabank Arena during the 2021-22 NBA season, per a team spokesperson.

NBA.com Staff

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Chris Bosh's Hall of Fame speech

The former Raptors and Heat All-Star made a moving induction speech about his basketball life. He spoke of how he was influenced by how Kobe Bryant responded to a Finals defeat.

Tom Gatto

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Chris Bosh's Hall of Fame speech: On Kobe Bryant, bouncing back and growing through sadness

The former Raptors and Heat All-Star made a moving induction speech about his basketball life. He spoke of how he was influenced by how Kobe Bryant responded to a Finals defeat.

Tom Gatto

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NBA, WNBA community react on Twitter to HOF

NBA and WNBA players, past and present, took to Twitter to celebrate the iconic 2021 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class.

NBA.com Staff

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Chris Bosh enshrined in HOF

The two-time NBA champion, 11-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist takes his place in Springfield after being enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Benyam Kidane

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Remembering Bosh's time with Raptors

On Sept. 11, 2021, Chris Bosh will be inducted into The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame alongside the likes of Paul Pierce, Ben Wallace and Chris Webber. It was in Toronto where Bosh first burst onto the scene and established himself as a star.

Scott Rafferty

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Flashback: HOFer Pierce faces Carter, Raptors in debut

Paul Pierce is set to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2021. His 19-year career began at the Fleet Center in Boston, MA, where he face off against the Raptors and another star rookie top-10 pick in Vince Carter. One member of our NBA.com Staff watched the entire game and took down some thoughts on the old footage.

Kyle Irving

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How to watch Chris Bosh Basketball Hall of Fame induction in Canada: Time, TV channel for ceremony

Here's everything you need to know about Saturday's Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony, including the start time and TV channel for the event.

Jordan Greer

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First look: Canadians in NBA 2K22

With the release of NBA 2K22 upon us, take a look at player ratings and screenshots for all of the best Canadian NBA players in the game.

Kyle Irving

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When is the 2021 Basketball Hall of Fame Ceremony?

The 16-member Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2021 will be enshrined in Springfield, MA on Saturday, Sept. 11.

NBA.com Staff

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First look: Raptors' ratings, player screenshots in 2K22

NBA 2K22 is finally here! Here you can find a first look at the Raptors' team rating, player ratings and screenshots for star players in the latest edition of everyone's favourite basketball video game.

Kyle Irving

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Viewer's Guide to the Hall of Fame ceremony

Bill Russell, Paul Pierce, Chris Bosh and Lauren Jackson headline this year's class, which will be inducted on Saturday.

Micah Adams

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Everything to know about the Hall of Fame Class of 2021

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame will officially welcome the Class of 2021 when they are inducted on Saturday, Sept. 11 in Springfield, MA. This class is star-studded across the board and is headlined by five players in Chris Bosh, Yolanda Griffith, Lauren Jackson, Paul Pierce, Ben Wallace and Chris Webber, while Rick Adelman and Bill Russell will be inducted for their achievements as coaches. In preparation for their enshrinement, NBA.com has taken time to look back on each of their storied careers, weaving their narratives with the overarching stories of the leagues in which they were able to make an indelible impact. Find all you need to know about the upcoming Hall of Fame ceremonies, complete with stories on each member of the Class of 2021.

Gilbert McGregor

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Ujiri preaches patience around Raptors' rebuild

Masai Ujiri, president and vice chairman of the Raptors, joined Jayme Poisson on CBC's Front Burner podcast, where he discussed a range of topics, from the franchise's future, Kyle Lowry's legacy, growing the game of basketball in Africa and much more.

Gilbert McGregor

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Ranking the NBA's 30 head coaches

With the start of training camp just weeks away, our NBA.com Staff ranked the 30 best coaches in the NBA. Was it Erik Spoelstra, Nick Nurse or Monty Williams who claimed the top spot?

Benyam Kidane

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Report: Stanley Johnson to sign with Bulls

Johnson spent the last two seasons with the Raptors, appearing in 86 games with 13 starts. According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the former No. 8 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft is signing with the Bulls.

Kyle Irving

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LeBron: Raptors should retire DeMar's number

LeBron James witnessed DeMar DeRozan's impact on the Raptors franchise firsthand, and recently shared his strong opinion on a future jersey retirement on Instagram.

Gilbert McGregor

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Bosh reflects on Toronto's importance to his journey

As Chris Bosh's career is celebrated in the days leading up into his Hall of Fame induction, the 11-time All-Star took to Twitter to reflect on the role that his time with the Raptors had on his journey.

Gilbert McGregor

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Chris Bosh's most legendary moments

Ahead of Chris Bosh's induction into The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, our NBA.com Staff shares their favourite moments from his incredible career.

NBA.com Staff

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Anunoby to be honoured by his high school

OG Anunoby's alma mater, Jefferson City High School, announced that it will retire his number during a special ceremony in September.

Gilbert McGregor

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Lowry opens up on time in Toronto, free agency decision

From his journey to the NBA and going from a bench player to an All-Star, to the 2019 championship season with the Raptors, playing with Kawhi Leonard and DeMar DeRozan and his tough decision to land in Miami via sign-and-trade this past offseason, Kyle Lowry discussed a number of topics on "Pull Up with CJ McCollum."

Kyle Irving

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Masai unveils Mandela inspired 'Humanity' installation

The 'Humanity' installation, inspired by Raptors vice chairman Masai Ujiri's idol Nelson Mandela, is 2.4-metres high and is made up of the 35 words that reflect what humanity means to Ujiri.

Yash Matange

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Vince Carter documentary to premiere in Oct.

Screen Media announced the acquisition of the rights to the documentary film "Vince Carter: Legacy," which will premiere on the Crackle Plus Networks as an original title in October.

NBA.com Staff

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Green shows off huge Toronto-themed tattoo

Danny Green's one season with the Raptors will never be forgotten, as he played a key role in the franchise's first-ever championship run.

Scott Rafferty

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Report: Raptors to sign Mykhailiuk

The No. 47 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, Svi Mykhailiuk has career averages of 7.3 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game on 36.2 percent shooting from 3-point range.

Scott Rafferty

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Siakam's agent sheds light on trade rumours

Pascal Siakam's agent, Todd Ramasar, went on the PBT Podcast to discuss trade rumours surrounding the Raptors forward this offseason and where he stands with the franchise entering the 2021-22 NBA season.

Scott Rafferty

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The next step in VanVleet's development

Fred VanVleet has done nothing but improve since stepping foot in the NBA, going from someone who spent his rookie season in the D-League to a borderline All-Star. What's the next step in his development? Adding a more reliable floater to his repertoire. Here's why.

Scott Rafferty

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Who should start for the Raptors?

Following an offseason of change, our NBA.com Staff debates who should start for the Raptors next season. Will Khem Birch pick up where he left off? Will Scottie Barnes start from day one? Where does Goran Dragic fit best?

NBA.com Staff

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Achiuwa has the potential to be special

Minutes were hard to come by for Precious Achiuwa in his rookie season with the Heat, but it's not difficult to see why the Raptors are drawn to his two-way potential.

Scott Rafferty

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Barnes among top rated rookies in NBA 2K22

With the release of NBA 2K22 right around the corner, ratings are starting to be revealed for a number of players in the league. Among the most recent, NBA 2K dropped the ratings of the top-five rookies in this year's draft class. Who made the cut?

Kyle Irving

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Raptors games to circle for 2021-22 season

The schedule has been released for the 2021-22 NBA season and the Raptors have a handful of can't-miss games on the calendar. Which marquee games should you circle on the schedule?

Kyle Irving

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Raptors among teams with intriguing positional logjams

As the 2021-22 NBA season approaches, six teams in particular stand out as having positional logjams on their respective rosters. From the Raptors frontcourt to the Magic's guards and the Jazz's forwards, take a closer look at the potential implications.

Matthew Blum

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Must-see matchups between Canadian stars

Canada will again be the second most represented country in the league this season, with over 20 Canadians representing several NBA teams. Below, find a list of some of the most notable head-to-head matchups between Canadians.

Gilbert McGregor

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Raptors assistant talks the importance of Summer League

From early impressions of the young team at the summer league to player development ideologies and philosophies, NBA.com's Gilbert McGregor caught up with Raptors assistant coach Nathaniel Mitchell, who shared insight from a unique vantage point.

Gilbert McGregor

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Raps face pair of gruelling road trips in 2021-22

The Toronto Raptors are hoping to return home north of the border for the 2021-22 season. Now that the regular season schedule has dropped, let's take a look at a pair of brutal road trips Nick Nurse's squad will face during the campaign.

Kane Pitman

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Full Raptors schedule released for 2021-22 season

The schedule for the 2021-22 NBA season has been released! The Raptors will open their season against the Wizards on Oct. 20, followed by a matchup with the Celtics on Oct. 22.

Scott Rafferty

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Lowry headlines 'return games' in 2021-22

The matchups on the league's marquee days such as Opening Week, Christmas Day and MLK Day obviously steal the spotlight, and rightfully so but there are plenty of storylines from the offseason that make for other interesting dates to be marked as well. Following are four return matchups to circle on the calendar.

Yash Matange

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Report: Barnes signs endorsement deal with Nike

Scottie Barnes becomes the fourth member of the 2021 NBA Draft class to have signed an endorsement deal with Nike, joining Cade Cunningham, Jonathan Kuminga and Chris Duarte.

Scott Rafferty

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