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Graves and Bradley touchdown in Toronto: Here’s what they have to say
Allen Graves and Jaden Bradley have been wrapped up in the whirlwind of the draft, seeing the two players make their way north to Canada to speak to media ahead of the Summer League’s beginning. Graves entered flanked by family, his brother a prominent presence on the sidelines as the rookie took a seat at […]
Tempo Check: A deep dive into Toronto’s recent road trip
They say home is where the heart is; the Toronto Tempo might say home is where the wins are. Life on the road hasn’t been easy for the Tempo in the team’s inaugural season. Toronto returned from its most recent three-game road trip with a 1-2 record. A 113-91 defeat to the Indiana Fever preceded […]
“Why did the Raptors take another forward?” This is what the front office had to say about their picks
A lot has been said about the Raptors’ first round picks by the fans and the pundits alike. Some bad, some good, but the Toronto front office seems cool, calm, and collected about their decisions. The Raptors have taken Allen Graves and Jaden Bradley with the 19th and 50th overall picks, adding the forward and […]
Raptors Draft: Big 12 POTY Jaden Bradley selected at No. 50
The Toronto Raptors select Jaden Bradley with the N0. 50 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. After taking the polarizing but analytic-friendly Allen Graves in the first round, General Manager and vice-president Bobby Webster went with the 22-year-old senior who developed over four years with the Arizona Wildcats. Despite being a senior, Bradley was named […]
Here are some second round picks the Raptors might draft tonight
With Allen Graves selected 19th overall, Toronto fans collectively let out a deep breath as the big pick for this draft was made. But! This does not mean the excitement is over. The Raptors are armed with the 50th overall pick, and get one more shot to draft a rookie this year. While a number […]
Why the Raptors secured a future playoff star with Allen Graves
When the Toronto Raptors selected Allen Graves with the No. 19 pick, a sense of uncertainty radiated across the fanbase. It was reminiscent of when the Raptors picked Collin Murray-Boyles with the ninth-overall pick nearly a year ago. But just like with Murray-Boyles, the Raptors found a way to add a young player who will […]
Raptors Draft: Analytics-darling Allen Graves selected at No.19
The Toronto Raptors select Allen Graves with the No.19 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Graves is a prototypical modern jumbo-wing that projects to contribute across every facet of the game. With heavy-usage players like Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram, and RJ Barrett already on the roster, Graves provides the Raptors with an off-ball wing that […]
Draft Survey: What do you think about taking Allen Graves 19th overall?
The Raptors have officially taken Allen Graves with the 19th overall pick, a forward out of Santa Clara. What do you think about the pick? Good call, misstep? Let us know in the poll below!
2026 NBA Draft Coverage by Raptors HQ
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Three different prospects hold the key to the Toronto Raptors’ future
The NBA Draft has finally arrived. Here are three players that our Raptors HQ experts believe the Toronto Raptors should take at pick 19 to take the next step. Jayden Quaintance An awesome choice at this pick is Jayden Quaintance. Some draft projections have him going too early for Toronto to get, but other boards […]
Ahead of the draft, Raptors fans show love for Collin Murray-Boyles
CMB, all-rookie, all-awesome defender extraordinaire has won himself many fans in Toronto with his dominant interior presence and playoff rising. The former Gamecock was taken 9th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft by the Raptors, and quickly proved himself to be playing well above the standard for most rookies. While additions like Trayce Jackson-Davis and […]
Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat: Raptors have new middle of the pack foe to deal with
The balance of the Eastern Conference has shifted one more time, with Giannis Antetokounmpo joining the Heat in this June 22nd blockbuster trade. Shame Charania has announced the trade, which see Giannis make his way to the Heat, alongside Bobby Portis. The Bucks will recoup four players – guards Tyler Herro, and Kasparas Jakucionis, forward […]
Could Toronto be the next destination for Myles Turner?
With the draft looming, trade rumours are flying once again. By the looks of things, Milwaukee may be the first team to start an “everything must go” sale. After an underwhelming season that ended 11 games behind even play-in contention, the era of Giannis in the Cream City could very well be over. If he […]
What different Giannis Antetokounmpo trades could mean for the Toronto Raptors
First things first: it does NOT look like Giannis is coming to Toronto. But, wherever he goes will mean a change in the position that the Toronto Raptors find themselves in the league. With all signs pointing to Giannis staying in the Eastern Conference, the Greek Freak seems like he will remain an obstacle to […]
Toronto Raptors June 19 Mock Draft Round-Up: Best guard available?
With the 2026 NBA Draft less than five days away, the phrase “mock draft” continues to grow as one of the most searched phrases among basketball enthusiasts. For Toronto Raptors supporters, this time of the year means becoming familiar with the array of players that could be available at pick 19. In part three of […]
Raptors Reacts Survey: From super-sub to sophomore starter?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Raptors fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. This week’s question shines a spotlight on rookie standout Collin Murray-Boyles. The six-foot-seven bruiser won an […]
4 hints about who the Raptors will take in the NBA Draft
The Raptors have given us some clues as to who they might end up taking with the 19th and 50th picks in this year’s draft. The 2026 NBA Draft is shaping up to have one of the most seemingly loaded classes in a long time, with its top three of AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer, and […]
Raptors fans say RJ Barrett should stay, team needs new big man
It’s no secret that the Raptors’ roster has been a contentious topic since the rebuild began in 2024. Bringing on Brandon Ingram has just added more fuel to that fire, with his playoff woes and Toronto’s loss in Game 7 of the first round solidifying the idea that while the Raptors are on the right […]
Why the Toronto Raptors should add the best rim-attacker in the draft
Profile Position: Point guard Height: Six-foot-two Weight: 185 pounds Comparisons: Elfrid Payton, Earl Watson, Collin Sexton, Reggie Jackson, Jeremiah Fears Raptors Comparisons: Rafer Alston, T.J. Ford Strengths Rim-pressure Ebuka Okorie’s elite trait is his ability to get to the basket at will. Ranking in the 99th percentile per 100 possessions for attempts at the rim, […]
Raptors Reacts Survey: Which off-season direction should Toronto take?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Raptors fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. This week’s questions put you in the shoes of recently-extended General Manager (and newly-titled Executive Vice […]
Toronto Raptors June 10 Mock Draft Round-Up: Bench spark plugs
With the 2026 NBA Draft less than two weeks away, the phrase “mock draft” continues to grow as one of the most searched phrases among basketball enthusiasts. For Toronto Raptors supporters, this time of the year means becoming familiar with the array of players that could be available at pick 19. In part two of […]
Why the Toronto Raptors should add the best shooter in the draft
Profile Position: Point guard Height: Six-foot-one Weight: 180 pounds Comparisons: Tyus Jones, Marquis Teague, Earl Watson Raptors Comparisons: Fred VanVleet (not as good defensively), Jose Calderon (smaller and not as good of a passer) Strengths Perimeter-shooting Anderson has a case for being the best shooter in the draft. That lone selling point should be enough […]
Toronto Raptors June 3 Mock Draft Round-up: Flawed scorers
With the 2026 NBA Draft less than three weeks away, it makes sense that ‘mock draft’ becomes one of the most searched phrases among basketball enthusiasts. For Toronto Raptors supporters, this time of the year means becoming familiar with the array of players potentially available at pick 19. In part one of a weekly mock […]
The Raptors’ bench has some summer homework
Although the heartbreaking loss in game 7 was a sad way to end the season, it’s hard to find a Raptors fan that isn’t full of hope for next season. Already they outperformed in almost every metric, they clinched the playoffs (a feat that hasn’t been achieved since 2022) and phenomenal performances from the younger […]
The CEBL’s 8th season is already everything we’ve wanted
Now entering its eighth season, the Canadian Elite Basketball League continues to deliver everything it promises: development of Canadian players, a fun experience for fans, and some truly incredible basketball. With more of everything we’ve loved in previous years and some great new changes to league structure, let’s dive into why you should be tuning […]
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