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Apr 23, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri presents Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) the 2021-22 Rookie of the Year award before game four of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Raptors Mailbag: Masai Ujiri’s Exit, Free Agency, and What Comes Next in Toronto

The Toronto Raptors fired Masai Ujiri and opened free agency quietly. This mailbag breaks down what comes next, trade talk, and roster questions

Aaron Rose
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Apr 23, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri presents Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) the 2021-22 Rookie of the Year award before game four of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Raptors Mailbag: Masai Ujiri’s Exit, Free Agency, and What Comes Next in Toronto

The Toronto Raptors fired Masai Ujiri and opened free agency quietly. This mailbag breaks down what comes next, trade talk, and roster questions

Aaron Rose
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Apr 7, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Florida Gators guard Alijah Martin (15) reacts after a play against the Houston Cougars during the second half of the national championship game of the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Rookie Alijah Martin Has Been Overlooked his Whole Career

Toronto Raptors rookie Alijah Martin has been overlooked his whole career, but the tough, defensive guard is ready to make his mark in the NBA

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May 14, 2025; Chicago, Il, USA; Collin Murray-Boyles talks to the media during the 2025 NBA Draft Combine at Marriott Marquis Chicago. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Release Summer League Schedule Starting Next Month

The Toronto Raptors will open their Summer League schedule with four games starting on July 11

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Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Chucky Hepburn (24) shoots the ball during the second half against the Creighton Bluejays in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Report: Toronto Raptors Sign Standout Defensive Guard Chucky Hepburn

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly signed Louisville guard Chucky Hepburn to a two-way contract following the NBA Draft

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Apr 7, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Florida Gators guard Alijah Martin (15) reacts after a play against the Houston Cougars during the second half of the national championship game of the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Alijah Martin Joins the Toronto Raptors as the 39th Pick in the 2025 NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors have taken Florida point guard Alijah Martin with the No. 39 pick in the NBA Draft

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Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks during the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

5 Players the Toronto Raptors Could Target With the No. 39 Pick

The Toronto Raptors are expected to keep the No. 39 pick in the NBA Draft. Here are five prospects they could target on Day 2

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Sep 27, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, Canada;  Toronto Raptors general manager Bobby Webster speaks to the media  during Media Day at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Explain Why They Passed on Trades and Took Collin Murray-Boyles

Raptors executive Bobby Webster details trade talks and why Toronto stayed at No. 9 to select Collin Murray-Boyles in the 2025 NBA Draft

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Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA;  Collin Murray-Boyles embraces girlfriend Chloe Kitts after being selected as the ninth pick by the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Collin Murray-Boyles Explains His Viral F-Bomb After the Toronto Raptors Drafted Him

Collin Murray-Boyles explains the viral F-bomb moment after the Toronto Raptors drafted him No. 9 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft

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Mar 1, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles (30) celebrates a play against the Arkansas Razorbacks in the second half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Take Collin Murray-Boyles With The 9th Pick in NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors have taken South Carolina forward Collin Murray-Boyles with the ninth pick in the 2025 NBA Draft

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May 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, US; Representitives of the NBA teams walk onto the stage during the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Secret Workout Fuels Toronto Raptors Draft Speculation Around Noa Essengue

Noa Essengue said he had not worked out for any NBA teams. ESPN reports he secretly visited the Toronto Raptors, fueling draft speculation

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Feb 21, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (9) warms up before playing the Miami Heat at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

NBA Insider Connects Toronto Raptors to Major Draft-Day Move

The Toronto Raptors are reportedly shopping the No. 9 pick, exploring trade options to add win-now talent and accelerate their return to playoff contention

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Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) dribbles the ball against Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach (9) during the first half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Executive Reveals Draft Priorities and Traits Team Is Targeting

Toronto Raptors executive Dan Tolzman outlines the team’s draft priorities, emphasizing defense, toughness, and playoff readiness ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft

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Apr 13, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Overall view of a game between the San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Executive Admits Trade Talks Are Heating Up Around No. 9 Pick

Toronto Raptors exec Dan Tolzman says teams are calling about the No. 9 pick. Trade talks are heating up as Toronto weighs options ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft

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May 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, US; A draft prospect during the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Linked to High-Upside Prospect Noa Essengue in Latest NBA Mock Draft

The Toronto Raptors are projected to draft Noa Essengue at No. 9 as the NBA Draft board begins to solidify around a clear top eight prospects

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Mar 28, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf (1) drives against Auburn Tigers forward Chaney Johnson (31) in the second half of a South Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Reportedly Targeting Center, Exploring Multiple Draft-Day Moves

The Toronto Raptors are exploring trade-down scenarios, a second lottery pick, and a potential Kevin Durant deal ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft

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Mar 28, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jase Richardson (11) in the second half of a South Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Mississippi Rebels at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Host Michigan State's Jase Richardson for Pre-Draft Workout

The Toronto Raptors continue to monitor Michigan State's Jase Richardson ahead of the NBA Draft next week

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Feb 4, 2025; Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA; Nevada Wolf Pack guard Kobe Sanders (8) controls the ball in the second half against the Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Get Up-Close Look at Nevada's Kobe Sanders Ahead of NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors have worked out Nevada’s Kobe Sanders, a 6-foot-7 guard with size, feel, and shooting touch, ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft

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Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Chucky Hepburn (24) drives to the basket against Creighton Bluejays guard Jamiya Neal (5) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Host Louisville's Defense-First Guard Chucky Hepburn Ahead of Draft

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly worked out Louisville point guard Chucky Hepburn ahead of the NBA Draft next week

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May 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, US; A draft prospect during the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery at McCormick Place. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Chinese Big Man Hansen Yang Works Out for Toronto Raptors Ahead of NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly worked out Chinese center Hansen Yang as the NBA Draft approaches next week

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Mar 27, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Egor Demin (3) drives to the basket against Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) during the second half during an East Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Host BYU's Supersized Point Guard Egor Demin Ahead of NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly hosted BYU's Egor Demin ahead of the NBA Draft as they cast a wide first-round net

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Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach (9) celebrates during the first half against the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

NBA Draft Odds Hint at Toronto Raptors’ Likely Pick at No. 9

Draft odds give a glimpse at who Toronto may take 9th overall. Maluach leads, but Essengue, Jakucionis, and others are close behind

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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

NBA Insider: Toronto Raptors’ Pick Viewed as Most Likely Trade in Shifting Top 10

The Toronto Raptors are reportedly exploring trade-down options as their No. 9 pick is viewed as the most likely top-10 selection to be moved in the NBA Draft

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[US, Mexico & Canada customers only] Feb 15, 2025 Caen, FRANCE; St Quentin point guard Nolan Traore with coach Julien Mahe against Le Mans in a Leaders Cup match. Mandatory Credit: Franck Faugere/Presse Sports via Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Work Out Nolan Traoré Amid Trade-Down Draft Possibilities

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly worked out French guard Nolan Traoré ahead of the NBA Draft next week

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Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA;  OG Anunoby (Indiana) is introduced as the number twenty-three overall pick to the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

NBA Insider Reveals Toronto Raptors’ Potential Plans for Lottery Pick

NBA insider reveals the Toronto Raptors are exploring trade options for their No. 9 pick in the 2024 Draft, signaling a possible shake-up on draft night

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Mar 7, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (9) guards Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Toronto Raptors Mailbag: RJ Barrett’s Value, Draft Plans, and Offseason Questions

With the NBA Draft approaching, the Toronto Raptors face big questions about trades, pick No. 9, RJ Barrett’s value, and what the Desmond Bane deal means

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