Raptors Cage

The Raptors have a ceiling, but can they raise it?

The 2021 Toronto Raptors are finally looking like the the Raptors of old. While they still clearly miss Marc Gasol and Serge Ibaka, things look better. Norman Powell has settled in after early season concerns, Siakam looks like an Allstar caliber player again, and the defensive efficiency has improved to 10th (ESPN). At 17-17 they … Read more

Concern or Patience for the Raptors’ 0-2 start?

There is no secret that this start of the season for the Toronto Raptors has been frustrating. This has been apparent to the fans, players, and the coaches. Everyone knows that it has not been what this organization has become accustomed to. Following a game 1 loss to the Orlando Magic, lasting nearly 18 months, … Read more

Post Game Report Card: Toronto Raptors Use Late Rally to Stun Thunder

The Toronto Raptors are now 5-0 and remain undefeated through the early part of the season. On Wednesday night, the Raptors got the W and outplayed the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-98. In a game where the Raps started out slow, the team play and unselfishness of each player is what propelled them to a victory … Read more

Post Game Report Card: Raptors Hammer Slumping Pistons

All is well in Raptorland as Toronto halted their losing streak at two games and cruised to a 112-91 victory over the sinking Detroit Pistons Wednesday night at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto (17-17)  returns to the promised .500 land and sit comfortably atop the Atlantic Division, leading the Brooklyn Nets by four games. This … Read more