Toronto Raptors swingman RJ Barrett’s career has been rejuvenated by the New York Knicks’ decision to trade him last season. The third overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, Barrett now consistently looks the part. In fact, he may be on the verge of his first All-Star selection. With averages of 23.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game, Barrett is one just 17 players … [Read more...] about Raptors Rising Star Relishing Opportunity Knicks Didn’t Give
Raptors Franchise Star Receives Injury Update After Knicks Loss
The Toronto Raptors weren’t able to come away with the win in a hard-fought game against the New York Knicks that pitted 2019 No. 3 pick RJ Barrett against his former team. Raptors Franchise Star Scottie Barnes Receives Injury Update After Knicks Loss However, if there was a silver lining, it was that 2021 No. 4 pick Scottie Barnes appears to have escaped the matchup without a … [Read more...] about Raptors Franchise Star Receives Injury Update After Knicks Loss
Taking Stock of the Raptors Rookies
Through the first 24 games, the Raptors have seen more of their rookies than initially expected. With the team missing key players, the rooks have been thrown into the deep end to start their NBA careers. Through the first quarter of the season, the Raptors rookies have kept their heads above water, showing they can swim with the sharks. Taking Stock of the Raptors … [Read more...] about Taking Stock of the Raptors Rookies
Raptors See Productive Return From 12-Year Vet In Season Debut
The Toronto Raptors certainly aren’t off to a good start in the 2024-25 season. They currently own a 7-17 record, 12th in the Eastern Conference and sixth-worst in the NBA. On Saturday, they fell to the Dallas Mavericks by the score of 125-118. It was their second-straight loss after they were defeated in blowout fashion by 37 points to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Still, they … [Read more...] about Raptors See Productive Return From 12-Year Vet In Season Debut
Raptors Tinker With Rotation As Team Nears Full Strength
It is no secret that the Raptors have been decimated by injuries to start the season. Toronto has had 11 different players on their injury report, with the team already having 102 games missed between the roster. Only the Grizzlies have had more games missed due to injuries, with a staggering 114. While this isn’t a good thing, it has allowed head coach Darko Rajakovic to give … [Read more...] about Raptors Tinker With Rotation As Team Nears Full Strength