Next year’s Raps roster – who is staying, and who is going?
A quick glance at the season-ending roster of the Toronto Raptors does not inspire hope for next season. Let’s examine who’s likely to be back, who’s on the bubble, and who is almost…Read More
Raptors record for ’12-’13 – why play the games when it’s all here?
OK, here goes: I call the Raps for a 42-40 season, which should land them the #8 seed, and a playoff berth. It’s time to take off my fan’s blinkers and try to justify to your satisfaction…Read More
NBA 2012-2013 Season Forecast
As mentioned in my Power Rankings, I’ve created my predictions for all 30 teams – & here they are. Sharp-eyed Raps fans will note I’ve actually got them finishing #9 in the East,…Read More
NBA Power Rankings: Week 1
Welcome to the pre-season edition of Raptors Rapture’s weekly Power Rankings. We’ll crank out a new version every Monday, reflecting the prior week’s upsets, blowouts, & injuries.…Read More
Raptors vs. Memphis Grizzlies – What to watch for [PS 6]
A trip to Tennessee completes the exhibition schedule for our guys. The Grizzlies are a serious playoff contender, in my view, & will be interested in playing their regular season rotation. Auditions…Read More
Terrence Ross – buyer’s remorse?
A Loyal Reader gets a hat-tip for sending me a note about his concerns following the second Raps-Pistons…Read More
Washington Wizards vs. Raptors – What to watch for [PS4]
The rebuilding Wiz are welcomed to the ACC. It’s our first look at a team which has high expectations…Read More
Raptors vs. Detroit Pistons – What to watch for [PS 3]
The rematch of Wednesday’s tight game occurs tonight at the ACC, where the Raps will try to be…Read More
Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Kyle Lowry
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Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Quincy Acy
The selection of Quincy Acy  as the Raps’ second round (#37) pick, was almost as much of a surprise…Read More
Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Terrence Ross
“What’s past is prologue” Â The Tempest, W. Shakespeare And now we enter the sphere…Read More
Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Jose Calderon
Name:Â Jose Calderon Position:Â Â Point Guard Age:Â Â 30 Height:Â Â 6’3″ Weight:Â Â 210…Read More
Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Jonas Valanciunas
Name:Â Jonas Valanciunas Position:Â Centre Age:Â Â 20 Height:Â Â 6’11″ Weight:Â Â 231…Read More
Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Ed Davis
 Name: Ed Davis Position: Power Forward Age:  23 Height:  6’10″ Weight:  232 lbs. College:  North…Read More
Toronto Raptors Player Profile: Amir Johnson
Name:Â Amir Johnson Position:Â Power Forward/Centre Age:Â Â 25 Height:Â Â 6’9″ Weight:Â Â 210…Read More
Season Preview Podcasts: Atlantic Division
Here is the 45 minute conversation on the Atlantic Division. Enjoy!
Atlantic Division Preview Tonight (podcast link)
So Fansided’s very talented Atlantic Division team of Buckets Over Broadway, Sixers Sense, and…Read More
Raptors Season Preview: Jamaal Maglorie Headed to Toronto
Canada’s only team has finally nabbed their first Canadian player in…Read More
Raptors Season Preview: Why The Raptors Must Sign Reggie Evans
 It is quite uncommon to see a role player on a losing team become a valuable…Read More

















