Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports The ascending Raptors take on one of the West’s top teams tonight — on their turf. It’ll be a fun time. Don’t look now but the Toronto Raptors are above .500, getting healthy and are about a week away from a soft spot in their schedule. With Pascal Siakam back in the fold and looking sharp — 18 points, 11 rebounds and five assists in a … [Read more...] about Toronto Raptors at New Orleans Pelicans Matchup: Raps take on red hot Pelicans squad
Raptors struggle from the jump and fall short 126-108 in New Orleans
Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images Gary Trent Jr. was the sole positive in a rough night for the entire Toronto squad. Well... it was definitely Zion Williamson’s night in New Orleans as he led the Pelicans to a dominant win against the Toronto Raptors. It didn’t start that way — Pascal Siakam scored 9 in a row on 4/4 shooting to start the game and hopes were high … [Read more...] about Raptors struggle from the jump and fall short 126-108 in New Orleans
A nearly healthy Raptors team will face the Pelicans in the Big Easy tonight: Preview, start time & more
Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images With Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes, and Fred VanVleet back in the lineup, can the Raptors beat Zion and the New Orleans Pelicans? Monday’s Toronto Raptors game saw the end to a short home stand, but also the end to a recent string of injuries and illnesses for Toronto’s side. Pascal Siakam and Scottie Barnes returned to the lineup to … [Read more...] about A nearly healthy Raptors team will face the Pelicans in the Big Easy tonight: Preview, start time & more
Siakam double-doubles in return as Raps beat visiting Cavs 100-88
Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images Pascal Siakam made a triumphant return to the lineup, with incredible help from O.G. Anunoby, as Toronto topples Cleveland 100-88. So THIS is how it feels to have a healthy roster. Pascal Siakam recorded a double-double in his return to the lineup as the Toronto Raptors notched their second home victory of the season over the Cleveland … [Read more...] about Siakam double-doubles in return as Raps beat visiting Cavs 100-88
Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Matchup: Siakam returns in Eastern Conference showdown
Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports After a thrilling win over the Mavs, the Raptors look to topple one of the East’s best early season stories in the Cavaliers. A Toronto Raptors injury report that’s only one line long? It can’t be! Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, Justin Champagnie and Dalano Banton are all available tonight vs. Cleveland. Siakam on something of a minutes … [Read more...] about Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Matchup: Siakam returns in Eastern Conference showdown
The Rap-Up: Wrapping up the first quarter of the season
Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images We’re already a quarter of the way through the season. As the Raptors slowly get more bodies back, this week presents an interesting mix of opponents and challenges. It feels like yesterday when we were all excited to get this NBA season started. Scottie Barnes was going to continue his meteoric rise up the Toronto Raptors’ … [Read more...] about The Rap-Up: Wrapping up the first quarter of the season
Raptors face Cavaliers as roster slowly returns to health: Preview, start time, and more
Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images After gutting out a shorthanded victory against the Mavericks, the Raptors complete their homestand versus the third-place Cavs. Injuries and illnesses have given the Toronto Raptors a fair bit of trouble very early on this season. Besides O.G. Anunoby and Christian Koloko, every player on the roster has missed three or more games … [Read more...] about Raptors face Cavaliers as roster slowly returns to health: Preview, start time, and more
Raptors pull out a thrilling 105-100 victory over the visiting Mavericks
Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images Fred VanVleet made a triumphant return to the lineup, O.G. Anunoby shut down Luka Doncic, and Chris Boucher steadied the bench as Toronto toppled Dallas, 105-100 When the waves get rough and the boat is swaying, it’s reassuring to have a Steady hand on board to keep everyone safe. Fred VanVleet returned to the lineup and … [Read more...] about Raptors pull out a thrilling 105-100 victory over the visiting Mavericks
Toronto Raptors vs. Dallas Mavericks: Raps need to weather the storm
Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images The ball hasn’t been tipped but Toronto is already ahead 6-0. Wait, the number of injured players doesn’t count toward the final score? Damn! All eyes should NOT be on Luka Doncic tonight! Don’t act surprised when you see Luka double-teamed every time he crosses half-court. Nick Nurse and the few remaining healthy Raptors will … [Read more...] about Toronto Raptors vs. Dallas Mavericks: Raps need to weather the storm