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Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors dunks the ball as Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets defends during the second half at Barclays Center on October 21, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets won 109-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Fred VanVleet #5 of the Houston Rockets in action against the Memphis Grizzlies at Toyota Center on November 22, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

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Fred VanVleet Opens Up On Decision To Leave Toronto

Fred VanVleet spent seven seasons with the Toronto Raptors and became a pivotal part of the team. For many, he was the heart and soul of the Raptors. Then, he departed during the summer and now calls the Houston Rockets home, where he is averaging 16.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 9

Brandon Marcus • 4 days ago

Dennis Schroder #17 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles during the first half of an NBA In-Season Tournament game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on November 28, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.

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Dennis Schroder Gushes Over Raptors Defensive Specialist

After a successful second stint with the Los Angeles Lakers, veteran guard Dennis Schroder had an incredible summer, leading to his German squad winning the FIBA World Cup and signing a long-term contract with the Toronto Raptors to be Fred VanVleet's successor. Even though the Rapt

Ryan Ward • 1 week ago

Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns shoots against O.G. Anunoby #3 of the Toronto Raptors during first half action at the Scotiabank Arena on November 29, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Stats Show Raptors Veteran Has Dominated Rivals On Defense

The Toronto Raptors hold a 9-10 record and the tenth spot in the Eastern Conference. That means they have room to grow and the rest of the season will likely remain tough. But even though they aren't perfect, one of their players is doing incredibly well so far in 2023-24. Acc

Brandon Marcus • 1 week ago

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Scottie Barnes Makes Clear Statement On His Abilities

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 28: Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles during the first half of an NBA In-Season Tournament game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on November 28, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Ernesto Cova • 1 week ago The Toronto Raptors weren't considered a powerhouse in the Eastern Conference ahead of this season. But even though they lost a key piece in Fred VanVleet and don't have Nick Nurse leading the way anymore, they've been quite impressive to start the campaign. A lot of that has had

Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls reacts against the Utah Jazz during the second half at the United Center on November 06, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement

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NBA Insider Names Surprising Candidate To Land Zach LaVine

Robert Marvi • 3 weeks ago

Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers walks backcourt during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on February 02, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Bucks defeated the Clippers 106-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Nets Player Says Kawhi Leonard Deserves A Statue From 1 Former Team

Ernesto Cova • 1 month ago

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors shoots during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on November 02, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Raptors Veteran Shares Story About Scottie Barnes’ Mentality

Robert Marvi • 1 month ago

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors shoots during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on November 02, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Stats Show Scottie Barnes Has Finally Arrived

Ernesto Cova • 1 month ago

Dennis Schroder #17 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball up the court during the first half of their NBA game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Scotiabank Arena on November 1, 2023 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Numbers Show Dennis Schroder's Notable Impact On Raptors

Ernesto Cova • 1 month ago

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Numbers Show Dennis Schroder's Notable Impact On Raptors

Dennis Schroder #17 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball up the court during the first half of their NBA game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Scotiabank Arena on November 1, 2023 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Ernesto Cova • 1 month ago Dennis Schroder's tenure with the Atlanta Hawks wasn't that impressive. They took him just outside of the lottery in the first round of the 2013 NBA Draft, hoping he'd be their point guard for the future. After a couple of years serving as Jeff Teague's backup, 'the German Rondo'

Head coach Darko Rajaković of the Toronto Raptors looks on against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on October 17, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Raptors HC Says 1 Player Will Become DPOY One Day

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

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Raptors Veteran Makes Bold Claim About His Defensive Work

Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors points up court during first half of a pre-season NBA game against the Cairns Taipans at Scotiabank Arena on October 15, 2023 in Toronto, Canada.

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Scottie Barnes Reveals His Favorite NBA Player

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

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New Raptors HC Shares Expectations For 3 Key Players

Jarrett Prendergast • 2 months ago

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New Raptors HC Shares Expectations For 3 Key Players

Jarrett Prendergast • 2 months ago The Toronto Raptors are one Eastern Conference team that is being overlooked this year. A few teams in the East improved their rosters this offseason but it seems like the Raptors did not make any major improvements. Due to that, it will be tough for the Raptors to compete with t

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Video Shows Raptors Star Going Off From Distance

Ryan Ward • 2 months ago As the NBA offseason was coming to an end, the Toronto Raptors started to get a lot of buzz about potentially being in the Damian Lillard sweepstakes, with the team's front office reportedly in talks with the Portland Trail Blazers. This led to a lot of speculation about what the Ra

Gradey Dick (R) poses with NBA commissioner Adam Silver (L) after being drafted 13th overall pick by the Toronto Raptors during the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.

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Raptors Rookie Had A Special Moment At MLB Game

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

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Raptors Reportedly Refused To Include 1 Player In A Damian Lillard Deal

Robert Marvi • 2 months ago

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the first quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Moda Center on January 14, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Analyst Predicts 1 Team Won’t Overpay For Damian Lillard

Aikansh Chaudhary • 2 months ago

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers celebrates as he points to his wrist after scoring a three-pot basket in the closing seconds of the game against Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on October 23, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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Stephen A. Smith Comments On Damian Lillard Potentially Joining Raptors

Ryan Ward • 2 months ago

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Raptors Have Made 1 Player 'Untouchable' In Trade Talks

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

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Raptors Have Made 1 Player 'Untouchable' In Trade Talks

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago The Toronto Raptors are apparently part of the negotiations around Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers. They have emerged as possible suitors to land the highly-coveted guard. But apparently, they're not willing to put all of their assets and players on the table to get

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts during the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at Moda Center on January 22, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Analyst Names 1 Key Player In Raptors' Pursuit Of Damian Lillard

Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the first quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Moda Center on January 14, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Raptors Were Reportedly In Deep Talks About Damian Lillard Last Week

Brandon Marcus • 2 months ago

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers warms up before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Moda Center on March 18, 2021 in Portland, Oregon.

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Zach Lowe Notes Raptors Won't Include 1 Player In A Damian Lillard Trade

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers celebrates a basket against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center on February 04, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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1 Surprise Team Has Reportedly Joined Sweepstakes For Damian Lillard

Ernesto Cova • 3 months ago

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1 Surprise Team Has Reportedly Joined Sweepstakes For Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers celebrates a basket against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center on February 04, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Ernesto Cova • 3 months ago The Portland Trail Blazers are playing the waiting game with Damian Lillard. They're reportedly willing to drag his trade request all the way into the season, and reports state that he would attend training camp, albeit unhappy. The Miami Heat, on the other hand, are reportedly '

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Scottie Barnes Talks His Expectations For The Raptors

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors controls the ball against the Houston Rockets during the first half at Toyota Center on February 03, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

Brandon Marcus • 3 months ago The Toronto Raptors had a pretty eventful offseason and it's opening the door for other young players, such as Scottie Barnes. The former Rookie of the Year spoke to CBC News, via NBACentral, about what's next for him and his team. He admitted that the loss of Fred VanVleet was t

Dennis Schroder of Germany looks on during the FIBA EuroBasket 2022 3rd place match between Germany v Poland at EuroBasket Arena Berlin on September 18, 2022 in Berlin, Germany.

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Fans Celebrate A Special Dennis Schroder Day

Ernesto Cova • 3 months ago

Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors warms up ahead of their NBA game against the Boston Celtics at Scotiabank Arena on January 21, 2023 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Report Reveals Latest Pascal Siakam Trade Rumor

Robert Marvi • 3 months ago

Dennis Schroder #17 of Germany reacts during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2nd Round Group K game between Germany and Slovenia at Okinawa Arena on September 03, 2023 in Okinawa, Japan.

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Dennis Schroder Explains Why He Joined Raptors This Offseason

Ernesto Cova • 3 months ago

Dennis Schroder #17 of Germany poses for pictures with Carmelo Anthony after receving Tissot MVP honors after winning the FIBA Basketball World Cup Final between Germany and Serbia at Mall of Asia Arena on September 10, 2023 in Manila, Philippines.

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Dennis Schroder Wins Major FIBA World Cup Award

Ryan Ward • 3 months ago

Dennis Schroder #17 of Germany celebrates after scoring during the FIBA Basketball World Cup Semi Final game between USA and Germany at Mall of Asia Arena on September 08, 2023 in Manila, Philippines.

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Dennis Schroder Sends Heartfelt Message To Austin Reaves After World Cup Duel

Ernesto Cova • 3 months ago

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Dennis Schroder Sends Heartfelt Message To Austin Reaves After World Cup Duel

Dennis Schroder #17 of Germany celebrates after scoring during the FIBA Basketball World Cup Semi Final game between USA and Germany at Mall of Asia Arena on September 08, 2023 in Manila, Philippines.

Ernesto Cova • 3 months ago Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves came out of the blue and took the league by storm. It took him a while, but once he established himself as a part of Darvin Ham's starting lineup, he instantly became a fan favorite because of his hustle, confidence, and relentless work ethic.

Dennis Schroder #17 of Germany shoots a free throw during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2nd Round Group K game between Germany and Slovenia at Okinawa Arena on September 03, 2023 in Okinawa, Japan.

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Dennis Schroder Had Heated Exchange With Germany HC

Matthew Peralta • 3 months ago

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Raptors Star Shows Off His Skills At Basketball Camp

Ernesto Cova • 3 months ago

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Raptors Star Could Be Eligible For Massive Extension Next Year

Brandon Marcus • 4 months ago

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors kneels during a free-throw during the 2023 Play-In Tournament against the Chicago Bulls at the Scotiabank Arena on April 12, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Scottie Barnes Posts Notable Statline In Pro-Am League

Brandon Marcus • 4 months ago

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Scottie Barnes Posts Notable Statline In Pro-Am League

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors kneels during a free-throw during the 2023 Play-In Tournament against the Chicago Bulls at the Scotiabank Arena on April 12, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Brandon Marcus • 4 months ago The Toronto Raptors are going through some serious changes so they need Scottie Barnes playing very well in the new season. According to his recent statline from a Powder League game he participated in, they might get their wish. Barnes posted an impressive 30 points, 10 assists,