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Lakers still in the mix for Green

The Lakers, Mavericks and Raptors are still in contention to sign the 32-year-old, the guard announced on his podcast’s Twitter account.

E.Jay Zarett

VanVleet talks Kawhi decision

VanVleet discussed Leonard's impending decision and what it means for the team Sunday on Stadium, saying, "we want Kawhi back."

Kirstie Chiappelli

Raptors' Leonard chances 'fading'

An earlier report from Yahoo Sports stated Toronto was the favorite to sign Leonard in 2019, but that notion appears to be changing.

Ameer Tyree

Kawhi Leonard rumors tracker: Latest free agency news, projections to sign NBA star

After winning a Finals MVP in his first season with Toronto, Kawhi Leonard could be on the move again as an unrestricted free agent. Sporting News is tracking the latest news, rumors and speculation around the Raptors star.

Thomas Schlarp

Ranking the NBA's top 30 free agents, starting with Kawhi

Ahead of the summer spending spree, here's a list of the top 30 free agents NBA teams will be targeting.

Jordan Greer

NBA free agency talking points

The futures of Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard and Kyrie Irving are the major talking points ahead of the start of NBA free agency.

Rob Lancaster

NBA free agency odds 2019: Who are the favorites to sign Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving?

Who has the best chance of signing Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving? Here are the teams with the highest odds to land this year's top free agents.

Jacob Janower

Kawhi Leonard's free agency fits

Kawhi Leonard is a free agent who is fresh off winning a championship with the Raptors, but the Clippers are still confident they can sign the 2019 NBA Finals MVP.

Jordan Greer

Kawhi to meet with Lakers, Clippers

The Clippers are viewed as the most likely destination for Leonard if he decides to leave the Raptors.

Travis Durkee

Masai Ujiri: I'm staying in Toronto

The Wizards were reportedly ready to offer Ujiri a deal including an ownership stake in the team.

Arthur Weinstein

Danny Green talks White House visit

Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau already has extended an invite to the Raptors to visit Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

Chelsea Howard

Green thinks Leonard may re-sign

"I think it’s a higher percentage for him to be here than to leave,” Green said during Hoops Talk, via Sportsnet.

E.Jay Zarett

What Toronto can do if Kawhi leaves

The Raptors didn't come close to the Finals until the arrival of Leonard, and they made changes to build around him for a championship run.

Ameer Tyree

Are Raptors the favorite for Kawhi?

Leonard is “seriously considering re-signing” with the Raptors and they’re viewed as the “favorite to land” him, according to Yahoo Sports.

E.Jay Zarett

Sheriff's office: Photos of Ujiri

The sheriff's office went as far as showing the photos of the Raptors president to a Canadian newspaper, The Globe and Mail.

Alexis Mansanarez

Toronto asked to give Kawhi space

John Tory took a rather rare approach in asking fans to respect Raptors star Kawhi Leonard.

Chelsea Howard

Toronto Zoo names baby turtles after members and fans of Raptors' NBA championship team

The Toronto Zoo celebrated the Raptors' historic season by naming baby turtles after the players, coaches and fans.

Alyssa Sconzo

Euroleague star Nando De Colo intends to return to NBA

After five years with CSKA Moscow, former Raptors and Spurs guard Nando De Colo is expected to return to the NBA.

Jacob Janower

President Donald Trump on Raptors visiting White House: 'If they'd like to do it, we'll think about that'

Trump has had issues in the past with championship teams by either not inviting them to the White House or teams declining the invitation.

Drew Nantais

Leonard more interested in Clippers

This is if Kawhi Leonard decides to leave Toronto at all.

Thomas Lott

Wizards not pursuing Masai Ujiri

The Wizards will reportedly wait until after Thursday’s NBA Draft and the start of free agency later this month to find a new president.

Arthur Weinstein

Police: 4 shot during Raps' parade

Four people suffered non-life-threatening injuries and three were arrested, according to Toronto Police.

Ameer Tyree

Leonard shows he's a 'fun guy'

Raptors star Kawhi Leonard mimicked his laughter at the champions' title parade Monday.

Liam Blackburn

Obviously Drake's plane did victory laps over the Raptors' championship parade

The Six's superfan was in attendance for his team's first NBA championship parade, and so was his private jet.

Jamila St. Ann

Raptors parade: Time, route

The Raptors won their first NBA championship in franchise history with a 114-110 win over the Warriors in Game 6 of the NBA Finals.

Chelsea Howard

Raptors discuss Leonard’s FA

“I think that for us, at least speaking for myself, there’s nothing more that we can do,” Raptors guard Fred VanVleet said Sunday.

E.Jay Zarett

Nurse set to lead Canada at WC

After guiding the Raptors to their first NBA title, Nick Nurse is preparing to coach Canada.

Sacha Pisani

NBA asked Drake to stay away

Drake received attention and scrutiny for his courtside behavior.

Chelsea Howard

Kawhi Leonard reveals message he gave Kyle Lowry after DeMar DeRozan trade

Kawhi Leonard didn't wait long to send his new teammate a message after he was traded to the Raptors.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Jeremy Lin is an NBA champion and Twitter wants to talk about Melo

Jeremy Lin is also a pioneer, but social media is more concerned with drama that supposedly unfolded seven years ago in New York.

Tom Gatto

Raptors' Finals triumph over Warriors sends strong message to rest of NBA

An injury-plagued NBA Finals should be a signal to the rest of the league that the age of Warriors domination is over. If ever there was a time to go all-in, it's right now.

Jordan Greer

Joey Votto offers Kawhi Leonard an unused transit pass to stay with Raptors

Joey Votto is a proud Canadian and a die-hard Toronto Raptors fan.

Alyssa Sconzo

Curry hails injured Klay Thompson

The Golden State Warriors have confirmed Klay Thompson suffered a torn ACL in his left knee in Game 6 against the Toronto Raptors.

Rob Lancaster

Raptors offseason preview: Toronto makes its final case to Kawhi Leonard

There has already been speculation about Raptors star Kawhi Leonard accepting a short-term deal to stay in Toronto, and that might make the most sense for both sides.

Jordan Greer

NBA players send messages of support to Klay Thompson following brutal knee injury

The Warriors announced All-Star shooting guard Klay Thompson suffered a torn left ACL in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. The injury will likely sideline him for the majority of the 2019-20 season.

Jordan Greer

3 reasons why Raptors won the title

Toronto closed out the Warriors at Oracle Arena on Thursday in Game 6 of the Finals to win its first title in in franchise history.

E.Jay Zarett

Dell Curry: 'We lost — still a win'

After the Warriors' Game 6 loss, Stephen Curry's father, Dell, said, "We've celebrated more tonight, during a loss, than ever."

Arthur Weinstein

Warriors still want Klay Thompson

Team owner Joe Lacob says the goal this offseason remains making Thompson, a pending free agent, "a Warrior for life" despite his torn ACL.

Bob Hille

Warriors show of spirit costly

The Warriors displayed incredible spirit in defeat in the NBA Finals, but their show of determination greatly damaged hopes for next season.

Nicholas McGee

What does the Raptors' NBA Finals win mean for the Drake curse?

Is the Drake curse truly lifted? We take a deeper look into the meaning behind the Raptors' win in the NBA Finals.

Jordan Heck

Stephen Curry congratulates Drake on FaceTime after Raptors win NBA title

The two-time MVP was pure class in his conversation with Drake after the Raptors beat the Warriors to win the 2019 NBA championship.

Draymond Green: We're not done yet!

After missing out on a third straight NBA title, Draymond Green and Stephen Curry declared the Golden State Warriors can bounce back.

Rob Lancaster

Wizards to court Raptors' Ujiri

The staggering deal reportedly includes a potential stake in Wizards ownership, among other opportunities in Washington.

Bob Hille

Will Raptors visit White House?

There’s precedent for a Canadian-based team celebrating in Washington, D.C. after taking home a title in their respective league.

E.Jay Zarett

How the Raptors became champions for the first time

The Toronto Raptors held on in a wild fourth quarter to claim their first NBA championship.

Thomas Schlarp

NBA players react on Twitter to Raptors winning first NBA championship in franchise history

This was a storybook ending to a historic season for the Raptors, and NBA players wasted no time congratulating Toronto on its historic win.

Alyssa Sconzo

What did Drake do after the Raptors won the NBA Finals?

The Raptors' global ambassador celebrated like a player after the franchise won its first championship.

Tom Gatto

Thompson tore ACL in Game 6

Thompson suffered the injury in the third quarter on a breakaway.

Thomas Lott

Why Raptors' Kawhi Leonard isn't unanimous NBA Finals MVP

One voter decided another Raptors player was more worthy of the NBA Finals MVP trophy than Kawhi Leonard.

Jordan Greer

Raptors president Masai Ujiri reportedly in altercation with deputy after NBA Finals Game 6

Video appears to show Masai Ujiri and the officer squaring off behind one of the baselines at Oracle Arena.

Tom Gatto

Steve Kerr in awe of Warriors

Steve Kerr struggled to find the words to describe his team, who were dethroned by the Raptors on Thursday.

Sacha Pisani

3 questions Raps have to answer

The Raptors won their first title in franchise history Thursday and now they have some serious questions to answer.

Thomas Lott

Leonard revels in Raptors' success

Raptors star Kawhi Leonard was delighted after winning another NBA championship.

Dejan Kalinic

Twitter reacts to Raptors' title

Toronto closed out the Warriors with a 114-110 victory in Game 6 of the Finals to win its first title in franchise history.

E.Jay Zarett

Warriors' DeMarcus Cousins could determine outcome of NBA Finals — for better or worse

The Warriors know what to expect from Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, but they need DeMarcus Cousins to be an X-factor in Game 6 against the Raptors.

Bill Bender

Leonard offers Durant advice

After Durant revealed he underwent surgery for a ruptured Achilles, Leonard gave him a key piece of advice for his recovery.

Gabrielle McMillen

What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 6 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Warriors squeaked by with a Game 5 victory to stay alive in the NBA Finals, despite losing Kevin Durant. The Raptors head to Oracle Arena one last time, hoping to close out the series.

Blair Berry

Durant had surgery on Achilles

Durant wrote on Instagram: "I'm hurting deeply, but I'm OK. Basketball is my biggest love and I wanted to be out there that night."

Chelsea Howard

Doctor: Durant hurt Achilles in May

Dr. David Chao says he believes Durant first injured his Achilles last month against the Rockets, but the Warriors termed it a calf injury.

Arthur Weinstein

ESPN's Jalen Rose says support for Kevin Durant following Achilles injury is 'phony'

Warriors star Kevin Durant returned to the court in a must-win Game 5 against the Raptors, but he suffered an Achilles injury after playing just 12 minutes.

Alyssa Sconzo

Barkley blames GS. for KD injury

"I blame the Warriors for KD getting hurt and I don't care what they say about it," Barkley said on ESPN's "Get Up" on Tuesday.

Ameer Tyree

Wanda Durant talks KD's injury

Wanda Durant said it was heartbreaking to watch her son get hurt and that he told her not to cry when they talked a few minutes later.

Gabrielle McMillen

Looney expects to play in Game 6

“They’re comfortable with me going out there as long as I can tolerate the pain,” Looney said, via the Mercury News.

E.Jay Zarett

Leonard on Durant: 'I feel bad'

After Durant left Monday's game with an Achilles injury, Leonard said he could relate to Durant's situation.

Chelsea Howard

Nurse explains late timeout

Nick Nurse said he thought his players could use the "extra energy push" to try and close out the series Monday.

Gabrielle McMillen

Raptors let golden opportunity slip away in Game 5

The Raptors let a golden opportunity slip through their grasp in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Now the big question is how Toronto reacts after such a tough loss.

Jenn Smith

Warriors players call out Raptors fans for their 'bulls—' behavior after Kevin Durant's injury

Raptors fans began cheering after Kevin Durant's injury, leading to many Warriors players calling them out after the game.

Jordan Heck

Lowry unimpressed with Raptors fans

There were cheers when Kevin Durant hit the deck in pain during Game 5, a reaction that Kyle Lowry was not impressed with.

Peter Thompson

Warriors discuss Durant's injury

"It's an Achilles injury. I don't know the extent of it," Myers said while making a statement after the Warriors' 106-105 win.

Ameer Tyree

Durant ‘hurting deep in the soul’

Durant addressed the injury he suffered in Game 5 of the NBA Finals in an Instagram live post Monday.

E.Jay Zarett

Durant (Achilles) leaves Game 5

Durant scored 11 points on 3-of-5 shooting and grabbed two rebounds in Game 5 before exiting.

E.Jay Zarett

3 takeaways from the Warriors' win

Although Kevin Durant and Kevon Looney re-aggravated injuries in the contest and left the game, the Warriors held on.

Ameer Tyree

Warriors' final stop reveals everything about the heart of this team

Nothing better represents what separates the Warriors from the rest of the pack than their incredible defensive possession to end Game 5.

Jordan Greer

NBA Finals 2019: Raptors fans exhibit classless side after Durant injury

In a classy gesture from the Raptors, Toronto players quieted fans who cheered Kevin Durant's injury on Monday night.

Joe Rivera

Warriors vs. Raptors: Game 5 live updates and more

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the Warriors' come-from-behind victory over the Raptors in Game 5.

Drew Nantais

NBA players react on Twitter to Kevin Durant's leg injury

Warriors star Kevin Durant returned to the court Monday night for Game 5 of the NBA Finals only to go down early in the first half with a lower leg injury.

Jordan Greer

Kevin Durant will play in Game 5

"We'll start him and play him in short spurts and see how he responds," Warriors coach Steve Kerr told reporters pregame.

Kirstie Chiappelli

What channel is Warriors vs. Raptors on today? Game 5 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Raptors need just one more win to claim the franchise's first-ever NBA championship. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch the game.

Thomas Schlarp

Fred VanVleet cleared for Game 5

VanVleet will wear a mouthpiece after taking an elbow to the face in Friday's Game 4 win over the Warriors.

Kirstie Chiappelli

How will the 2019 NBA Finals impact Kevin Durant's free agency?

How could the outcome of the 2019 NBA Finals impact Kevin Durant's decision this summer? Let's run through a few possible scenarios.

Joe Morgan

NBA playoffs schedule 2019: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 NBA playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules.

Jordan Greer

The Warriors' dynasty is one step closer to extinction

This year's NBA Finals series isn't over just yet, but it feels very much like this Warriors dynasty is coming to an end.

Joe Morgan

NBA Finals schedule 2019: Dates, times, TV channel, live stream for Raptors vs. Warriors

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 NBA Finals, including the full series TV schedule and how to live stream every game.

Jordan Greer

Kyle Lowry: 'Idol of Canada?'

Lowry seemed genuinely surprised when a teen reporter called him an "icon all over Canada."

Arthur Weinstein

Iguodala wants 'another run at it'

The 6-6 wing is averaging 9.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.1 assists in the playoffs and is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2020.

Ameer Tyree

McIlroy raises Raptors jersey

McIlroy raised the jersey of Raptors guard Kyle Lowry after winning the RBC Canadian Open on Sunday.

E.Jay Zarett

Green: Why not make our own history

"That's important to have that pride, to have the faith in what we're capable of," Green told reporters Friday.

Ameer Tyree

Kerr says Warriors are mixing it up

"Well, we'll take a look at the tape, but we have been playing a certain style for a long time here," Kerr told reporters.

Ameer Tyree

The Raptors' NBA Finals run is costing McDonald's millions in french fries

Winning an NBA championship is priceless, but the impact of acquiring Kawhi Leonard has had a much more tangible effect on local McDonald's franchises.

Thomas Schlarp

ESPN's Jalen Rose says Kevin Durant's recent workout with Warriors 'didn't go well on any level'

It's possible Kevin Durant may have already played his last game in a Warriors uniform.

Jordan Greer

Nurse, Raptors remaining grounded

Raptors coach Nick Nurse refuses to get carried away after Friday's victory, which gave Toronto a 3-1 series lead in the NBA Finals.

Sacha Pisani

Thompson: Injury didn't affect me

Klay Thompson and Kevon Looney returned to action in Game 4, though they could not help the Warriors to victory.

Rob Lancaster

VanVleet bloodied by elbow

Fred VanVleet took an inadvertent elbow from Shaun Livingston in the fourth quarter and had to go to the locker room.

Thomas Lott

3 takeaways from the Raptors' win

The Raptors have a chance to close the series out at home and knock off the two-time defending champions.

Ameer Tyree

Raptors' impressive win over Warriors disappears without Kawhi's first quarter

The Warriors nearly turned Game 4 into a blowout, but Raptors star Kawhi Leonard simply wouldn't let that happen.

Jordan Greer

Raptors vs. Warriors results: Toronto one win from first NBA title after Game 4 turnaround

A postseason career-high 36 points from Kawhi Leonard and an explosive third quarter led the Raptors to a commanding win in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Thomas Schlarp

Kerr insists Warriors will fight on

A third straight NBA title looks like a long shot for Golden State, but coach Steve Kerr expects team to battle to the end.

Rob Lancaster

Raptors 1 win away from title

Kawhi Leonard was unstoppable once again as he carried the Raptors to a victory in Game 4.

Thomas Lott

Why you shouldn't count the Warriors out of the NBA Finals

The Warriors have trailed after three games in only four series in the last five postseasons. Can they flip the script against a talented Raptors team?

Bill Bender

Nicole Curran says she received death threats from Beyonce fans after Warriors game

The singer's fanbase had a strong reaction to a video of Nicole Curran leaning over Beyonce to speak with Jay-Z at Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Jordan Heck

The truth: Durant might not be back

Kevin Durant injury update: It has been 30 days since the Warriors star strained his calf. The Warriors have a maximum of three games left.

Bob Hille

What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 4 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Raptors lead the series, but the Warriors are hoping to recover with Klay Thompson back in the lineup. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch Game 4 of the 2019 NBA Finals.

Blair Berry

Looney lobbying to play Game 4

Kevon Looney suffered a fracture near his collarbone in Game 2 and missed a Game 3 loss for the Warriors.

Thomas Lott

Leonard praises Raptors' trust

Leonard only played in 60 of the Raptors' 82 games in 2018-19, but he's arguably having his best playoff performance to date.

Ameer Tyree

Who is Mark Stevens?

The Warriors minority owner pushed Kyle Lowry when the Raptors guard dove into the crowd early in the fourth quarter of Game 3.

E.Jay Zarett

Warriors' Stevens banned 1 year

The incident occurred early in the fourth quarter when Lowry dove into the crowd.

E.Jay Zarett

Warriors part owner shoved Lowry

The NBA said Stevens' behavior was "beyond unacceptable and has no place in our league."

Chelsea Howard

Curry backs Cousins to bounce back

Stephen Curry is confident DeMarcus Cousins will not allow a "rough" Game 3 to affect him going forward for the Warriors.

Ben Spratt

This reporter seemed so annoyed by another reporter's question to Steve Kerr

Grant Cohn from the Santa Rosa Press Democrat gave a little side eye to a reporter asking about the Warriors' hustle in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Jordan Heck

Kyle Lowry wants fan who shoved him at NBA Finals banned from games

The Raptors guard says there's no place in the game for physical contact or vulgar language by fans.

Tom Gatto

Raptors give Stephen Curry, Warriors their own 'Strength in Numbers' treatment

The cavalry never came for Warriors star Stephen Curry in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and that allowed the Raptors to capture a 2-1 series lead.

Jordan Greer

3 takeaways from Raptors' win

Toronto took control in the third quarter against a depleted Warriors team and held on for a 123-109 win at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

Raptors vs. Warriors results: Toronto coasts to Game 3 victory despite 47 points from Steph Curry

A solid all-around performance by Toronto's starters led to an easy win in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Thomas Schlarp

Green shrugs off Game 3 loss

A depleted Golden State team fell behind 2-1 in the NBA Finals after it lost to the Raptors 123-109 at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

Raptors take 2-1 series lead

The Raptors are two wins away from their first NBA title.

Thomas Lott

Barkley: Durant won't make it in NY

"If he's arguing with these teenagers online, he's not going to be able to deal with that New York media," Barkley said.

Ameer Tyree

What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 3 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

Kawhi Leonard and Pascal Siakam look for an answer against Golden State at Oracle Arena.

Dan Bernstein

Carter says this is final year

Vince Carter, 42, has played 21 seasons with eight different teams.

Thomas Lott

Raptors fan hangs Kawhi Leonard photo in Louvre Museum

A photo of Kawhi Leonard dunking over Giannis Antetokounmpo made its way into the world's largest art museum.

Jordan Heck

KD out Game 3, Klay questionable

Durant hasn't played since Golden State’s second round series, while Thompson went down in Game 2 against the Raptors on Sunday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Green lost 25 pounds midseason

"Bob (Myers) said, 'If we're going to win a championship, you have to get in shape.' I was like, 'Oh, I know. I'm fat as hell right now.'"

Thomas Lott

Kevin Durant and Drake exchange trash talk after Game 2

The NBA star peeked around a corner as the rapper walked through the tunnel of Scotiabank Arena and yelled some sarcastic words of encouragement at the Toronto native.

Raptors' Leonard suing Nike

Leonard reportedly turned down a four-year, $22 million extension in March before electing to join New Balance.

Ameer Tyree

Shaun Livingston's incredible catch saved the Warriors in Game 2

Andre Iguodala deserves credit for making the clutch 3-pointer to seal Golden State's victory in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. But without Shaun Livingston, that shot never happens.

Jordan Greer

Leonard: Third quarter cost Raptors

A poor start to the second half proved costly for the Raptors, allowing the Warriors to level the NBA Finals at 1-1.

Rob Lancaster

Kerr: Thompson thinks he'll be fine

Thompson left Game 2 against the Raptors with left hamstring tightness after he landed awkwardly while attempting a 3-pointer.

E.Jay Zarett

Looney out of Finals 'indefinitely'

The 23-year-old appeared in a career-high 80 games in his fourth season with Golden State in 2018-19.

Ameer Tyree

Warriors' third-quarter run puts pressure back on Raptors

The Warriors woke from their slumber in the third quarter Sunday night, quickly changing the momentum of Game 2 — and perhaps the 2019 NBA Finals.

Jenn Smith

Obama receives standing ovation

Fans in Scotiabank Arena gave Obama a standing ovation and began chanting "MVP."

Alexis Mansanarez

The best memes from Barack Obama's conversation with Adam Silver at the NBA Finals

What was the former POTUS saying to the commissioner of the NBA? Twitter users gave us their best guesses.

Jordan Heck

DeMarcus Cousins signed with the Warriors for this moment

DeMarcus Cousins knows better than anyone how rare these opportunities are. When Steve Kerr called his number in Game 2, he wasn't overwhelmed by the moment — it was exactly what he had always wanted.

Jordan Greer

3 takeaways from the Warriors' win

The Warriors' win didn't come easy, but now they have a chance to take control at Oracle Arena on Wednesday.

Ameer Tyree

Curry: Raptors disrespected 'Iggy'

The Raptors were "disrespectful" to Andre Iguodala, according to the Warriors' Stephen Curry.

Dejan Kalinic

Warriors even up Finals after huge third-quarter run

A torrid third quarter lifted the Warriors ahead of the Raptors and tied the series as it heads to Oakland.

Jacob Janower

Warriors even NBA Finals in Toronto

Golden State fell behind early, but came on strong as usual in the third quarter.

Ameer Tyree

Durant to return in NBA Finals

Durant has been out since straining his calf in Golden State's Game 5 win over the Rockets in the second round.

Travis Durkee

Anunoby active for Game 2

The 21-year-old forward was upgraded to questionable for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Warriors, but didn't appear in that contest.

Ameer Tyree

What channel is Warriors vs. Raptors on today? Game 2 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Raptors look to take a commanding 2-0 lead over the Warriors in the 2019 NBA Finals before leaving Toronto.

Thomas Schlarp

Green, Drake go out to dinner

Green was spotted with Drake at a Toronto restaurant inbetween Finals games.

Chelsea Howard

Leonard praises Raptors' season

"If you walk through the city or if I'm with one of my teammates, they show them a lot of love as well," Leonard said.

Ameer Tyree

Kawhi: Warriors stars only human

The two-time defending NBA champions fell 118-109 to the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday.

Patric Ridge

Leonard may accept short-term deal

Leonard can opt out of his contract and become a free agent after this season's over.

Chelsea Howard

Clippers fined for Kawhi praise

Rivers’ quote raised plenty of eyebrows because the Clippers are the heavy favorite to sign Leonard in free agency.

Travis Durkee

Warriors learn important lesson in Game 1 loss: 'It's not Kawhi Leonard — it's the Raptors'

Warriors head coach Steve Kerr dared all of the Raptors not named Kawhi Leonard to beat his Warriors. Toronto's role players came through in a Game 1 victory at Scotiabank Arena.

Sean Deveney

Green explains exchange with Drake

Warriors Draymond Green and the rapper exchanged words after Golden State's 118-109 loss in Game 1 on Thursday.

Chelsea Howard

Joey Votto, Raptors fan, lost interest in NBA after Warriors added Kevin Durant

The Reds first baseman and Toronto native wishes KD had stayed in Oklahoma City.

Tom Gatto

Nurse says Raptors have work to do

The Raptors won Game 1 despite off-nights by Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry, thanks to the spectacular play of forward Pascal Siakam.

Arthur Weinstein

Andre Iguodala injury update

Andre Iguodala left Game 1 with a leg injury late in the game.

Thomas Lott

Cousins 'felt good' in return

Cousins said it was an "incredible feeling" to be out on the floor where he finished with two assists, two steals and three points.

Alexis Mansanarez

Raptors' NBA Finals debut represents much more than basketball for Toronto sports fans

The collective vibe surrounding the Raptors right now has not only brought together the city of Toronto, but also represents what it means to be Canadian.

Jenn Smith

Pascal Siakam’s Game 1 by numbers

Siakam finished with a playoff career-high 32 points, eight rebounds, five assists and two blocks to give the Raptors a 118-109 win.

Chelsea Howard

3 takeaways from Raptors' win

The Raptors got their first-ever win in the NBA Finals with a 118-109 victory over Golden State in Game 1.

Thomas Lott

Drake covers up Warriors tattoos as he roots for the Raptors in the NBA Finals

Raptors superfan Drake gets along with the Warriors players, but he is hiding his support during the 2019 NBA Finals.

Jordan Heck

NBA Finals 2019: Drake gets into verbal exchange with Draymond Green

Drake appeared to be in a playful mood after the Raptors' Game 1 win, but Warriors forward Draymond Green wasn't ready to deal with his antics.

Jordan Greer

Warriors vs. Raptors results: Pascal Siakam powers Toronto to NBA Finals Game 1 win

Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 1 between the Raptors and Warriors. Follow the 2019 NBA Finals here.

Drew Nantais

Raptors take Game 1

Pascal Siakam was unstoppable in Game 1 on Thursday.

Thomas Lott

NBA Finals 2019: Twitter reacts to Paul Pierce picking Toronto in 6

The former NBA player's track record at picking series this postseason isn't great, and the internet didn't let him forget that when he made his Finals pick.

Drew Nantais

What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 1 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

The Warriors meet the Raptors in Game 1 of the 2019 NBA Finals on Thursday. Here's everything you need to know to tune in.

Drew Nantais

Uber officially driving Raptors' bandwagon ahead of NBA Finals

The ride-sharing app changed its car icons to the team logo.

Thomas Schlarp

Cousins active for Game 1

Cousins suffered a torn quad in the first round of the playoffs, but is now pain free after missing the majority of the postseason.

Chelsea Howard

Green explains role without Durant

Green said he has to become more of a "scoring threat" when Durant isn't out on the court.

Chelsea Howard

3 players who could swing Finals

The Warriors are favored to win their third straight title, but here are three players who could swing the direction of the series.

Ameer Tyree

How the Warriors can 3-peat

The Warriors have been here before and are considered favorites to win it all, but Toronto won't go down without a fight.

Ameer Tyree

Warriors vs. Raptors by the numbers

Here’s a breakdown of the NBA Finals between the Warriors and Raptors by the Opta numbers.

E.Jay Zarett

Raptors' strategy with Kawhi Leonard is a victory for load management

It’s not the kind of thing that NBA commissioner Adam Silver wants to hear, but as this NBA Finals series gets underway, Raptors star Kawhi Leonard has given load management a good name.

Sean Deveney

NBA Finals preview: What to expect from Warriors vs. Raptors

Everything you need to know about the Warriors and Raptors before the 2019 NBA Finals.

Sean Deveney

DeMarcus Cousins is 'pain free’

Cousins continues to be listed as questionable for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors, coach Steve Kerr told reporters Wednesday.

E.Jay Zarett

Kevin Durant ‘hasn’t practiced yet’

Durant has already been ruled out for Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Raptors on Thursday.

E.Jay Zarett

Teams Warriors are out to emulate

As the Warriors attempt to join a select group in NBA history, we look at the teams they are out to emulate by completing the three-peat.

Nicholas McGee

Cousins questionable, Durant out

Durant will not play in Game 1 against the Raptors while Cousins is questionable, coach Steve Kerr told reporters Monday.

E.Jay Zarett

McCaw explains why he left Warriors

“I could say it was playing time, but I think it was just me being emotional as a kid,” McCaw said.

Ameer Tyree

Barkley picks against Warriors

“To answer your question, I’m taking the Toronto Raptors,” Barkley said Saturday on “Inside the NBA.”

E.Jay Zarett

NBA Finals tickets in Toronto hot

Costs are higher than ever for Canada's lone contender considering its the first time the championship series will be held outside the U.S.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Raptors' Fred VanVleet is the X-factor that pushed Toronto to the NBA Finals

Following the birth of his son, Raptors guard Fred VanVleet broke out of a prolonged slump with the greatest three-game shooting stretch in NBA playoff history.

Jordan Greer

NBA Finals: Preview, prediction

The Warriors will play for their third straight championship while the Raptors have a chance to win the first title in franchise history.

E.Jay Zarett

Drake had his fun during Raptors' win over Bucks

Drake was slightly more tame in Game 6, but in the end, he made his presence felt.

Thomas Schlarp

Giannis walks out of interview

Antetokounmpo was asked if he thought experience was a factor in the Bucks' elimination, but he refused to answer the question.

Chelsea Howard

Antetokounmpo could consider move

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo could consider moving if his team can't reach the Finals, according to an ESPN report.

Ameer Tyree

Raptors could get Anunoby back soon

The second-year wing has been sidelined since undergoing an emergency appendectomy in mid-April.

Ameer Tyree

3 takeaways from Raptors' big win

Toronto's 100-94 Game 6 win over the Bucks on Saturday secured its move to the biggest stage in basketball.

Ameer Tyree

Bucks vs. Raptors results: Toronto uses huge second-half comeback to advance to NBA Finals

It wasn't pretty, but the Raptors are headed to their first NBA Finals thanks to the second-largest comeback in franchise history.

Thomas Schlarp

Giannis: This is just the start

The Milwaukee Bucks were beaten in the Eastern Conference finals, but Giannis Antetokounmpo expects them to be better next year.

Ben Spratt

Giannis gives credit to Leonard

Kawhi Leonard's experience as a former NBA champion made him the star man in the Eastern Conference finals, says Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Ben Spratt

Drake prop bets offered ahead of Bucks-Raptors Game 6

The rapper has stolen quite a bit of the headlines leading up to Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals.

Thomas Schlarp

Kawhi Leonard has become a legitimate Giannis Antetokounmpo stopper

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo rampaged through just about every opponent over the course of a potential MVP season — until he ran into Kawhi Leonard, the Raptors' ultimate defensive cyborg.

Jordan Greer

Charles Barkley says he'd 'knock the hell out of Drake'

Charles Barkley is over Drake's sideline antics during the 2019 NBA playoffs.

Jamila St. Ann

What fan entertainment can we expect to see for Game 6 on Saturday?

Game 5 included athletes chugging and Drake supporting the North. What's in store for Game 6?

Blair Berry

NBA playoffs bracket 2019: Full schedule, dates, times, TV channels for conference finals

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 Eastern and Western Conference finals, including series-by-series TV schedules and live-streaming information for every game.

Jordan Greer

NBA playoffs today 2019: Live scores, TV schedule, updates

Follow Sporting News' hub for the 2019 NBA playoffs, including live updates, scores and a full TV schedule for every playoff game, every night.

Jordan Greer

Giannis Antetokounmpo confident

After winning the first two games of the Eastern Conference finals, the Bucks have dropped three straight to the Raptors.

Arthur Weinstein

3 takeaways from Raps' Game 5 win

Toronto traveled to Milwaukee for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals and defeated the Bucks 105-99.

E.Jay Zarett

Aaron Rodgers concedes to David Bakhtiari in beer-chugging contest at Raptors-Bucks Game 5

The two-time NFL MVP and his offensive lineman teammate had a brief, one-sided contest Thursday night in Milwaukee.

Drew Nantais

Raptors vs. Bucks results: Toronto rides fourth-quarter rally to Game 5 win

Toronto has won three straight to take a 3-2 series lead after capturing Game 5 in Milwaukee.

Drew Nantais

Antetokounmpo hurt ankle in fourth

The Bucks' best player tweaked his ankle in the final minutes of the Bucks' Game 5 loss to the Raptors on Thursday.

Thomas Lott

Raptors take series lead over Bucks

Toronto was able to erase a double-digit deficit behind a 35-point night from Kawhi Leonard.

Alexis Mansanarez

5 times celebrities got involved

Drake isn't the only celebrity to become part of the conversation of players and coaches after an NBA game.

Thomas Lott

Drake baffles Budenholzer

Raptors fan/rapper Drake's actions frustrated the Bucks in Games 3 and 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals in Toronto.

Sacha Pisani

NBA names All-Defensive First Team

Gobert, Antetokounmpo and George all had nearly identical point totals to secure spots on the team.

Gabrielle McMillen

VanVleet celebrates son's birth

VanVleet credits the birth of his second child on Monday to giving him "a little perspective ... on life."

Gabrielle McMillen

3 takeaways from Raptors' win

Kawhi Leonard suffered an apparent leg injury in the Raptors' Game 3 victory and he lacked aggression in Game 4.

Ameer Tyree

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