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Oct 3, 2026; Quebec City, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Chucky Hepburn (24) dribbles the ball against Miami Heat forward Ian Schieffelin (20) during the fourth quarter at Videotron Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Chucky Hepburn could quickly become the Raptors’ next gritty guard breakout tale

Amos Caesar Mina

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11:15 AM EDT

Kel'el Ware could be exactly what the Raptors need to diversify their frontcourt

Chris Lambert

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9:00 AM EDT

Raptors need more frontcourt depth after ugly preseason reality check

Chris Lambert

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Oct 5, 2026

Raptors would benefit from at least some preseason reps with Kawhi Leonard

Elaine Blum

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Oct 5, 2026

Mar 31, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Toronto Raptors Jamal Shead (23) walks off the court after loosing to the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Jamal Shead's ugly preseason box score weirdly proves exactly why the Raptors extended him

Chris Lambert

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Oct 5, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19) talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

I was wrong about Jakob Poeltl after already looking alarmingly overmatched

Chris Lambert

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Oct 5, 2026

Oct 6, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Ja’Kobe Walter (14) during a stop in play against the Denver Nuggets in the second half at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Raptors preseason opens a crucial window for Ja’Kobe Walter to maximize

Amos Caesar Mina

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Oct 4, 2026

Oct 3, 2026; Quebec City, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (30) looks on against the Miami Heat during the first quarter at Videotron Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Raptors' talented young pillars could hold the key to exceeding lofty expectations

Daniel O'Connor

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Oct 4, 2026

Jan 30, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Ja'kobe Walter (14) reacts after a basket against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Ja’Kobe Walter’s daring defensive ambitions could elevate his ceiling on the Raptors

Amos Caesar Mina

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Oct 2, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) looks on against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

Brutal Brandon Ingram injury reveal shifts the narrative on Raptors playoff struggles

Amos Caesar Mina

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Oct 2, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) reacts during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Tough Brandon Ingram update adds new twist to Raptors’ already brilliant Kawhi trade

Amos Caesar Mina

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Oct 2, 2026

Dec 23, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (9) drives to the basket against New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges (25) Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Raptors rival may have given them perfect RJ Barrett extension guide

Mike Luciano

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Oct 2, 2026

Apr 29, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) celebrates his three-point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the third quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Jamal Shead's extension solidifies his Raptors future and alters Immanuel Quickley's

Chris Lambert

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Oct 1, 2026

Dec 29, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (12) reacts after a win over the Orlando Magic at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Collin Murray-Boyles' offseason transformation should have Raptors fans dreaming big

Chris Lambert

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Oct 1, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9) talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

RJ Barrett extension update signals the Raptors want a trial run before committing

Chris Lambert

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Sep 30, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors guard Scottie Barnes (4) talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Scottie Barnes' comments suggest the offensive leap Raptors fans want

Chris Lambert

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Sep 30, 2026

Oct 17, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward/guard RJ Barrett (9) looks on against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

RJ Barrett must embrace Darko Rajakovic’s defensive challenge in pivotal season

Elaine Blum

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Sep 29, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Raptors could aim even higher than Darko Rajakovic’s top-five defense goal

Elaine Blum

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Sep 29, 2026

Jan 14, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Alijah Martin (55) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Alijah Martin is approaching second Raptors season with the right defensive mindset

Elaine Blum

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Sep 29, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors guard Scottie Barnes (4) talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Raptors' media day motivation could fuel an even better defensive Scottie Barnes

Chris Lambert

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Sep 29, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Kawhi Leonard's rebounding can't remain overlooked after Darko Rajakovic's quote

Chris Lambert

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Sep 29, 2026

Oct 15, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajaković looks on from the bench during a NBA game against the Boston Celtics at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

Raptors have a ready-made solution to support bold CMB–Jakob Poeltl lineup strategy

Amos Caesar Mina

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Sep 28, 2026

Jan 20, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Jamison Battle (77) motions to a teammate during a game against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Darko Rajakovic’s Jamison Battle assessment bodes well for Raptors’ 3-point leap

Elaine Blum

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Sep 28, 2026

Sep 28, 2026; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors guard Scottie Barnes (4) talks to the media during Toronto Raptors-Media Day at Hotel-X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Scottie Barnes’ ambitious defensive goal is well within reach this season

Elaine Blum

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Sep 28, 2026

Sep 29, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic speaks at the media day press conference at Hotel X. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Raptors' transition attack could take off after Darko Rajakovic's media day quote

Chris Lambert

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Sep 28, 2026

Oct 19, 2018; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) looks on during their game against the Boston Celtics at Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors beat the Celtics 113-101. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard extension looks risky compared to Rockets’ Kevin Durant deal

Elaine Blum

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Sep 25, 2026

Oct 24, 2018; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) gestures to team mates as he dribbles the ball in the second half against Minnesota Timberwolves at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Bobby Webster offers an important Kawhi Leonard reminder for rising Raptors roster

Amos Caesar Mina

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Sep 25, 2026

Jan 30, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic looks on against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Big Kawhi Leonard question hangs over Darko Rajakovic’s Coach of the Year case

Elaine Blum

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Sep 25, 2026

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