Aaron Rose

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Aaron Rose is a Toronto-based reporter covering the Toronto Raptors since 2020.

Mar 21, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA: Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kasparas Jakucionis (32) reacts during the second half against the Xavier Musketeers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Raptors Tabbed to Add Freshman Guard in Latest Mock Draft

Apr 28, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) gestures after scoring a basket against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter of game four of the 2025 NBA Playoffs first round at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Former Raptors Guard Nearly Plays Hero for Rockets

Apr 9, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) and guard A.J. Lawson (0) acknowledge the crowd after a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Raptors Mailbag: Draft Decisions, Trade Possibilities, and Offseason Outlook

Apr 25, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the first half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Former Raptors Quiet as Pascal Siakam Helps Pacers Take Commanding Series Lead

Mar 29, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach (9) cheers as the Duke Blue Devils cut down the nets after beating the Alabama Crimson Tide in the East Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Raptors Face Unique Problem in Evaluating Duke's Maluach Due to Visa Policy

The Toronto Raptors will be unable to bring Khaman Maluach in for a pre-draft workout due to U.S. visa restrictions on South Sudanese passport holders

Apr 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) dribbles against Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody (right) during the fourth quarter of game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Gilgeous-Alexander Closes Out Grizzlies While Former Raptors Fall Short in the West

Former Toronto Raptors Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell, & Fred VanVleet all fell short while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Oklahoma City past the Memphis Grizzlies

Mar 8, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard VJ Edgecombe (7) drives to the basket as Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) defends during the second half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Raptors Rookie Praises VJ Edgecombe Who Fits the Mold Toronto Wants to Build

The Toronto Raptors are looking for two-way difference-makers this offseason, and VJ Edgecombe fits that mold if the lottery breaks their way

Apr 6, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (5) brings the ball up court against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Gary Trent Jr. Ties Franchise Record For Bucks In Showdown of Former Raptors

Former Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. tied a Milwaukee Bucks playoff record to help clinch a crucial Game 3 win over Pascal Siakam and the Indiana Pacers

Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Raptors Coach Reveals Guard Priorities & What It Could Mean for Rotation Next Season

The Toronto Raptors have a glut of guards and rotation tweaks are changing as Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji, and Ja'Kobe Walter all fight for minutes

Apr 24, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) moves the ball against the Denver Nuggets during the second half of game three in the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Former Raptors Help Clippers & Knicks Take Control of Series

Former Toronto Raptors Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell, and OG Anunoby helped lead their teams to pivotal Game 3 wins

Apr 6, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) stands on the court during a break in the action against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Ex-Raptors Roundup: Fred Gets Feisty, Davion Rallies, and Celtics Too Much for Joseph

Former Toronto Raptors Fred VanVleet, Davion Mitchell, and Cory Joseph take the spotlight in Round 1 with mixed Game 2 results

Nov 10, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19) points against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

How Raptors Center Jakob Poeltl Improved His Free Throws & Why It Matters

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl posted a career-best season at the free throw line, and it could make a big difference for the team next year

Feb 12, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (25) stretches during warm up before a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Raptors Veteran Named Among Honorees for Social Justice Award

Toronto Raptors veteran Chris Boucher earned recognition for his work empowering Black and Caribbean youth through his SlimmDuck Foundation

Apr 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) and Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (5) fight for the ball in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Former Raptors Teammates Get Heated While Canada’s Core Dominates in OKC

Former Toronto Raptors teammates Pascal Siakam and Gary Trent Jr. got heated in Game 2 while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Lu Dort lead OKC to another victory

Illinois Fighting Illini forward Will Riley (7) rushes past Iowa Hawkeyes forward Payton Sandfort (20) on Thursday, March 13, 2025, during the second round of the men's Big Ten tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Illinois Fighting Illini defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes, 106-94.

Three Prospects to Watch at No. 39 After Raptors Secure Second-Round Pick

The Toronto Raptors secured the No. 39 pick in the second round where Will Riley, Ryan Kalkbrenner, and Tahaad Pettiford are all expected to be in the mix

Mar 10, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Jared Rhoden (8) reacts after a play against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Raptors Two-Way Prospect Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

The Toronto Raptors say Jared Rhoden has undergone shoulder surgery to fix a torn labrum and will miss four to six months