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Back to the future with Masai Ujiri?
While I was reluctant to offer any analysis of the story currently circulating about the latest development (or baseless rumor) in the Toronto Raptors’ never-ending search for a new President, I’ve…Read More
Trading Andrea Bargnani – where’s the fire?
Many fans of the Toronto Raptors assume that the departure of Andrea Bargnani after 7 maddening seasons is a foregone conclusion. They take comfort in the words of Bryan Colangelo, who was not shy about…Read More
Jonas Valanciunas makes the All-Rookie Team
It’s welcome news to learn of JV’s election to the All-Rookie Second Team. The Toronto Raptors have not had a lot of standout rookies (the last three Raps to get elected were Jamario Moon,…Read More
Will Bryan Colangelo make up Tim Leiweke’s mind for him?
Reports continue to circulate to the effect that Bryan Colangelo, the Toronto Raptors’ President & General Manager, is getting tired of waiting for a decision on his future. Specifically, his…Read More
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
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Who is the winner of the Oak as the Sixth Man of the Year?
Our final award is meant to show some love to the best player off the bench. Which Rap was best at coming…Read More
Time to award the Oak for Most Improved Player to….
The Toronto Raptors didn’t show the Great Leap Forward which was anticipated this past season.…Read More
The Oak for the Raps’ best defensive player goes to…
In many ways, choosing a DPoY (Defensive Player of the Year) is the most difficult selection of all.…Read More
Should Bryan Colangelo keep his job? Part 1 – the Draft
Whether Bryan Colangelo is able to retain his position as President and General Manager of the Toronto…Read More
A new POLL – your vote requested on award’s name
As mentioned last week, I want to gather the views of Rapture Nation on what our newly minted Toronto…Read More
“Pre-Season Forecast, say hello to Post-Season Results”
Before the NBA regular season gets too far in the rear-view mirror, I thought I’d share the results…Read More
Recap: Toronto Raptors defeat Boston Celtics 114-90 (4/17/13)
The Toronto Raptors probably wish the season weren’t ending. A 24-point hammering of the Boston…Read More
Preview: Boston Celtics (41-39) vs Toronto Raptors (33-48)
The Boston Celtics are the season’s final opponent for the resurgent-too-late Toronto Raptors.…Read More
Preview: Brooklyn Nets (47-32) vs Toronto Raptors (31-48) – 3 keys to victory
The Toronto Raptors, after 2 wins over Chicago, face another playoff-bound team this afternoon at the…Read More
Recap: New York Knicks defeat Toronto Raptors 110-84 (3/23/13)
The Toronto Raptors faced the New York Knicks without Rudy Gay, and with a hobbled Amir Johnson. The…Read More
Preview: Toronto Raptors (26-41) vs Charlotte Bobcats (15-52) – 3 Keys to Victory
The Toronto Raptors travel to Charlotte, North Carolina to complete their season series with the Bobcats.…Read More
Preview: Charlotte Bobcats (14-50) vs Toronto Raptors (25-40) – 3 keys to victory
The Toronto Raptors return home after a miserable Boston visit to face the bottom-feeding Charlotte Bobcats.…Read More
All is not lost: Rudy Gay as the savior
The Rudy Gay deal was the talk of the town throughout the Raptor community, with writers giving their…Read More
Recap: Boston Celtics crush Toronto Raptors 112-88 – 3/13/13
Another brutal loss for the Toronto Raptors. The Boston Celtics dominated the second half to cruise to…Read More
Rudy Gay: Patron Saint of Lost Causes
Have you ever heard a comedian tell a joke which everyone in the audience finds uproarious, except you?…Read More
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