The Toronto Raptors have dealt with a plethora of injuries in the early going of the 2024-25. Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic has given 16 players some minutes, while two rotational players have yet to see time this season. However, they are reportedly getting healthier and could have a few players dealing with injuries return this weekend. Toronto (2-7) enters this weekend’s … [Read more...] about When Will Immanuel Quickley Return For The Toronto Raptors and Updates On Jonathan Mogbo,Ja’Kobe Walter and Garrett Temple
The Raptors Glaring Defensive Issues
Under former head coach Nick Nurse, the Toronto Raptors were a great defensive unit. In his five years as the team’s head coach, the Raptors consistently ranked in the top 15 or higher in defensive rating. The team’s worst defensive season under Nurse came in 2020-2021, better known as the Tampa year, where the Raptors blatantly tanked for a top pick. Even then, the team still … [Read more...] about The Raptors Glaring Defensive Issues
The Future Looks Bright For Darko Rajakovic’s Raptors
The Toronto Raptors are off to a 2-6 start in 2024-25, but while moral victories don’t show up in their wins and losses, it seems like the Raptors are a much better team than their record reflects. The Future Looks Bright For Darko Rajakovic’s Raptors Raptors second-year head coach Darko Rajakovic, who was instrumental in the development of players like Memphis Grizzlies guard … [Read more...] about The Future Looks Bright For Darko Rajakovic’s Raptors
Toronto Raptors Injury Update: Star Forward Avoids Surgery
How long is Scottie Barnes out for? In a positive turn of events for the Toronto Raptors, their young forward will not require surgery after suffering a fractured right orbital bone. The 23-year-old All-Star, who was injured in a recent game against the Denver Nuggets, is expected to be re-evaluated in two weeks, though the news that surgery isn’t required provides optimism on … [Read more...] about Toronto Raptors Injury Update: Star Forward Avoids Surgery
Why the Raptors Should Embrace Tanking This Season
The Toronto Raptors have faced a brutal start to their 2024-25 season, turning what began with optimism into a campaign marred by injuries, losses, and defensive struggles. As the Raptors sit close to the bottom of the Eastern Conference with a dismal 2-6 record, it’s clear that their best option is to pivot toward a rebuild. With their young roster getting valuable minutes and … [Read more...] about Why the Raptors Should Embrace Tanking This Season