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Toronto Sports Weekly: Raptors Playoff Push, Leafs Leadership, and FIFA World Cup Updates
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Toronto Sports Weekly: Raptors Playoff Push, Leafs Leadership, and FIFA World Cup Updates

  • Kim Chifferts
  • May 6, 2026
  • RJ Barrett has expressed his strong desire to remain with the Toronto Raptors for the remainder of his NBA career following a pivotal Game 4 …
Looking Ahead: Raptors Fans Reflect on Hard-Fought Game 7 Exit
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Looking Ahead: Raptors Fans Reflect on Hard-Fought Game 7 Exit

  • Kim Chifferts
  • May 4, 2026
  • The Toronto Raptors were eliminated from the playoffs following a 114-102 Game 7 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • Despite the early …
RJ Barrett’s Iconic Game 6 Winner Keeps Raptors’ Season Alive
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RJ Barrett’s Iconic Game 6 Winner Keeps Raptors’ Season Alive

  • Ahmed Aterd
  • May 2, 2026
  • RJ Barrett cemented his place in Raptors history by hitting a dramatic, high-arching three-pointer in the final seconds of overtime to force …
Beyond the Box Score: Why Jamal Shead is the Raptors’ Secret Weapon
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Beyond the Box Score: Why Jamal Shead is the Raptors’ Secret Weapon

  • Kim Chifferts
  • April 28, 2026
  • Despite modest offensive stats, Jamal Shead has become a vital defensive anchor for the Raptors, specializing in high-IQ plays that…
Defensive Masterclass: Raptors Even Series Despite Historic Shooting Woes
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Defensive Masterclass: Raptors Even Series Despite Historic Shooting Woes

  • Kim Chifferts
  • April 27, 2026
  • The Raptors secured an improbable Game 4 victory over the Cavaliers, becoming the first team in playoff history to win while shooti…
The Toronto Edge: Can the City’s Nightlife Help the Raptors Slow Down James Harden?
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The Toronto Edge: Can the City’s Nightlife Help the Raptors Slow Down James Harden?

  • Herb Ertlinger
  • April 26, 2026
  • As the Raptors look to even their series against the Cavaliers, analysts are questioning if Toronto’s legendary nightlife could serve as an u…
Raptors Off-Season Outlook: Analyzing the Latest Developments
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Raptors Off-Season Outlook: Analyzing the Latest Developments

  • Kim Chifferts
  • April 23, 2026
  • The Toronto Raptors are currently in a critical evaluation phase following the conclusion of their recent schedule.
  • Expert analysis …
Raptors Fall to 0-2: Ingram Struggles as Cleveland Takes Control
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Raptors Fall to 0-2: Ingram Struggles as Cleveland Takes Control

  • Herb Ertlinger
  • April 21, 2026
  • Brandon Ingram struggled significantly in Game 2, shooting just 3-of-15 from the field for a playoff career-low seven points following his pu…
NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs: Can the Raptors Pull Off an Upset?
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NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs: Can the Raptors Pull Off an Upset?

  • Ahmed Aterd
  • April 19, 2026
  • The 2025-26 NBA playoffs tip off this Saturday, with the Eastern Conference looking to break a recent trend of chalky results and limited fir…
Five Key Stat Trends to Watch as the Raptors Head to the Playoffs
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Five Key Stat Trends to Watch as the Raptors Head to the Playoffs

  • Herb Ertlinger
  • April 17, 2026
  • The Raptors are prioritizing a high-tempo transition game, ranking among the league leaders in fast-break points and utilizing a “first touch…

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