The great, the good, and the meh from Raptors' dominant season opener
The Raptors dominated the Bulls in their season opener. Immanuel Quickley was great, Scottie Barnes was good, and Kawhi Leonard was meh.
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Kawhi Spoils Caleb Wilson's Debut, Box Score Player Stats & Highlights from Bulls vs. Raptors
Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto couldn't have gone any better as the Raptors took down the visiting Chicago Bulls 135-92 on Wednesday evening in both teams' 2026-27 regular season debuts.
No more Josh Giddey Bulls debate -- either create or get traded
Josh Giddey versus the Toronto Raptors was a painful way to start the Chicago Bulls' 2026-27 NBA regular season. This game ended debate about Giddey.
Quick Reaction: Bulls 92, Raptors 135
The Raptors start the regular season off with a bang, dominating the Chicago Bulls from end-to-end. The post Quick Reaction: Bulls 92, Raptors 135 first appeared on Raptors Republic .
In massacring the Bulls 135-92, the Raptors are trying to tell us something
The Toronto Raptors are trying to prove themselves championship contenders. The post In massacring the Bulls 135-92, the Raptors are trying to tell us something first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Raptors crush Bulls by 43 points, win 135 to 92 at home
The Toronto Raptors open the 2026‑27 season with a dominant 135‑92 home victory over the Chicago Bulls, a 43‑point blowout on Oct. 21. RJ Barrett leads the scoring surge, while Scottie Barnes (23 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists) and Kawhi Leonard (23 points, 6 assists, 4 steals) anchor the win despite sub‑par shooting percentages. Chicago, shorthanded at center, struggles; rookie Caleb Wilson and Josh Giddey combine for just two points. The Raptors control the game with perimeter shooting and aggressive defense, finishing strong as fans celebrate the emphatic start.
Caleb Wilson dazzles Bulls fans with sensational slam dunk
The Chicago Bulls began the new season North of the border against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. It also marked the official debut of No. 4 pick Caleb Wilson, slated to be the franchise player. Though the rebuilding Bulls were largely outmatched, that didn’t mean that Wilson didn’t have something up his sleeve. That was […] The post Caleb Wilson dazzles Bulls fans with sensational slam dunk appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Fischer’s Latest: Knecht, Kings, Pedulla, Raptors, KPJ, More
Jake Fischer reports that former Lakers wing Dalton Knecht, a 2024 first‑round pick, is drawing two‑way contract interest from the Sacramento Kings, Minnesota Timberwolves and Toronto Raptors—the only teams with an open two‑way slot. The Kings, still retooling after Ben Simmons' season‑ending Achilles tear, are also weighing point guard Sean Pedulla and 2025 second‑rounder Micah Peavy. Fischer notes Kevin Porter Jr. received Nuggets interest before being waived, and suggests Dwight Powell could return to the Mavericks while Pat Connaughton may rejoin the Hornets later in the season.
Bulls leaves analyst chair empty in honor of Stacey King in season opener
The Chicago Bulls began the 2026-27 season on Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors. Unfortunately, they will be without Stacey King, who passed away in June at the age of 59. As a result, Bulls play-by-play announcer Adam Amin humbly left the analyst chair open for the 1st quarter, per Bulls on CHSN. Newly hired analyst […] The post Bulls leaves analyst chair empty in honor of Stacey King in season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Bulls vs. Raptors LIVE OPEN THREAD
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How to watch Bulls vs Raptors: NBA, live stream, TV channel
The Chicago Bulls face the Toronto Raptors in the NBA season opener at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET. The game airs on Chicago Sports Network and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Chicago comes off a 133‑116 win over Minnesota, with rookie Caleb Wilson posting 16 points, while Toronto looks to bounce back from a 129‑125 preseason loss to Detroit, highlighted by Malachi Smith’s 24 points and Trayce Jackson‑Davis’s near‑perfect free‑throw shooting. Both teams are eager to start the regular season on a high note.
Report: 6 Teams Pursuing Alexander Nikishin Amid $63 Million Contract Demand
Six clubs—including the St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, New York Islanders, Nashville Predators, Philadelphia Flyers and Seattle Kraken—have queried the Carolina Hurricanes about defenseman Alexander Nikishin, who remains unsigned after his entry‑level deal expired. The 25‑year‑old, fresh off an 11‑goal, 22‑assist rookie season and a Stanley Cup run, is demanding a seven‑year contract worth $8‑9 million a year ($56‑63 million total). Carolina’s trade talks, such as a stalled package for Connor Hellebuyck, have stalled, and the team’s cap constraints keep talks in limbo, leaving the Hurricanes 8‑2‑1 without him.
Raptors can’t afford to waste a favorable 10-game start as East already looks fierce
Toronto’s first 10 games offer a chance to build momentum and bank wins before a tougher stretch tests the Raptors’ place in the East.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Debuts Pink Hairstyle in New Photo amid Blue Jays' Offseason
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is rocking a new hairstyle this offseason.
NHL Rumors: Scouting TOR-SJ and COL-PHI, Bruins, and the Jets
Everyone's waiting in Winnipeg for a Connor Hellebuyck decision this Friday and beyond. The Boston Bruins are close to extending Marat Khusnutdinov.
Cubs To Make International Scouting Hire
The Chicago Cubs are set to hire longtime Rays international scouting director Steve Miller as vice president of their international scouting department, according to BeisbolFR. Miller, who rose from a Blue Jays area scout in 2006 to the Rays' top international scouting role in 2019, joins a Cubs front office that recently reshuffled its international staff, moving former VP Louie Eljaua and reassigning Alex Suarez. The Cubs' international scouts have already produced trade assets, notably in‑field prospect Jefferson Rojas and catcher Moisés Ballesteros, who were dealt at the July deadline.
Bulls vs. Raptors Preview: Splitter Era Opens With Kawhi’s Return in Toronto
Kawhi Leonard is back in Toronto, Nic Claxton is out, and Tiago Splitter makes his Bulls debut. Projected starters, injuries and what to watch. The post Bulls vs. Raptors Preview: Splitter Era Opens With Kawhi’s Return in Toronto appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Bulls player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season
The Chicago Bulls begin the 2026-27 NBA season on the road Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors. It will be a season unlike any other in recent memory, as the team rebuilds from scratch with new leadership, coaching, and players. Although some notable players will grab the spotlight, Leonard Miller cannot and shouldn’t be overlooked. The […] The post Bulls player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Raptors' Kawhi Leonard-Themed T-Shirt Giveaway Shown in Photo Ahead of Star's Return
The Toronto Raptors are set to celebrate star forward Kawhi Leonard's return in a special way.
3 Takeaways From Blue Jackets’ 6-2 Loss To Maple Leafs
The Columbus Blue Jackets have had a common theme running through many of their losses to open the season so far, a rough second period. That second period bit them…
Kawhi Leonard tells Toronto he’s ready to shock the world again
Kawhi Leonard wants to make new memories in Toronto, and his latest video makes that clear. The post Kawhi Leonard tells Toronto he’s ready to shock the world again first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup: The Danford dilemma, Holinka gets on the board
Ben Danford returns to the Toronto Marlies after a lower‑body injury and helps spark an overtime 3‑2 win over the Belleville Senators, setting up Brendan Brisson’s game‑winner. Coach Steve Sullivan is now testing Danford’s offensive instincts, even giving him time on the second power‑play unit, as the Leafs wonder if he can fill the blue‑line void left by Jake McCabe’s high‑stick injury and Chris Tanev’s indefinite absence. Meanwhile, prospect Alexander Bilecki tallies 11 assists in 11 games for the Kitchener Rangers, centre Luke Haymes posts a goal and four assists in six Marlies games, and Miroslav Holinka nets his first pro goal in the OT win. The article examines whether Danford could earn an NHL call‑up this season.
Gameday: Bulls @ Raptors, October 21st
82 games, fresh expectations and a defence ready to make life miserable. Raptors basketball is back. The post Gameday: Bulls @ Raptors, October 21st first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller raves about Easton Cowan: ‘He’s exceeded my expectations’
Coach Jim Hiller praises 21‑year‑old winger Easton Cowan after the Maple Leafs' 6‑2 win over Columbus on Oct. 21, 2026. Cowan netted his first shorthanded goal and tallied three points, becoming a regular penalty killer and aiming for a 76‑point season. Hiller highlights Cowan’s physical and mental growth, saying he’s exceeded expectations and will be a key part of Toronto’s core alongside Gavin McKenna. The Leafs next host the New York Rangers Thursday.
How to Watch Bulls at Raptors Season Opener: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream
How to watch Bulls at Raptors in the season opener at Scotiabank Arena: tip-off at 6:30 p.m. CT on CHSN and the CHSN app. The post How to Watch Bulls at Raptors Season Opener: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
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