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Game Day Preview: Toronto Raptors look to send message to Pacers

With just four games remaining in the regular season, the Toronto Raptors will play the Indiana Pacers tonight at home. After a 43 game hiatus, the Raptors finally saw prized free agent DeMarre Carroll return to action in their last matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, where they lost 95-87. If the playoffs started today, the Raptors … Read more

Post Game Report Card: Toronto Raptors fall to Hawks

The Toronto Raptors fail to sweep their season series against the Atlanta Hawks, losing 95-87. The Raptors did cut the lead to three points in the fourth quarter, but Atlanta was able to go on a 10-5 run in the final three minutes of the game. Tonight’s loss does have a silver lining: DeMarre Carroll returned to action for the … Read more

Game Day Preview: Toronto Raptors look to take down Hawks

The Toronto Raptors look to sweep their season series against the Atlanta Hawks at the Philips Arena, starting at 8 p.m. EST. The Raptors (52-25) are on the first night of a back-to-back, returning home tomorrow to play the Indiana Pacers. The third-seeded Hawks (46-32) are looking to distance themselves from Boston and Miami in a crowded race for the … Read more

Game Day Preview: Raptors hope to win season series against Hornets

As the anticipation for the Toronto Raptors’ playoff quest builds, they must first escape the wrath of a hungry Charlotte Hornets team. While the Hornets may not be seen as much of a threat to other teams, the story has been different for the Raptors as Charlotte leads the all-time series 40-28. Notwithstanding, the East is a lot … Read more

DeMarre Carroll: Where is he?

@JLew1050: Casey, asked if he expects DeMarre Carroll to play again this season: “I expect him (to), I’ve heard nothing else other than that” But… @JLew1050: Asked if the players expect Carroll back, Lowry said they’re in the same boat as the rest of us. “We don’t know exactly what’s going on” Hearing absolutely nothing about DeMarre … Read more

Post Game Report Card: Raptors survive Grizzlies, sweeping season series

The Toronto Raptors barely defeat the injury-riddled Memphis Grizzlies, 99-95, sweeping the season series. Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan and Jonas Valanciunas led the team to a scrappy victory- improving the team’s record to 51-24. The All Star backcourt combined for 49 points and Valanciunas boasted a double-double with 11 points and 14 rebounds. Norman Powell and Terrence Ross provided key offence down the stretch, … Read more

Toronto Raptors bring back Bargnani for playoff run

The Toronto Raptors have announced they have signed free agent, ex-Raptor, and number 1 pick Andrea Bargnani in a move which will boost roster depth and see a very familiar face return to Toronto. Bargnani will play for Toronto for the veteran’s minimum for the rest of the season. In 2006 the Raptors used the number … Read more

Post Game Report Card: Raptors finally get win #50, overcome Hawks late rally

Tonight, the Toronto Raptors defeated the visiting Atlanta Hawks 105-97, achieving their 50th win of the year for the first time in franchise history. Raptors fans every are glowing with a smile that spans from ear to ear. But, let’s not forget the real goal for the Dinos – getting out of the first round. The Raps … Read more

Post Game Report Card: Toronto Raptors get pummelled by Westbrook and Thunder

The Toronto Raptors looked like a team without an answer tonight as they failed to get that elusive franchise record 50th win. The Raptors never really had control of this game and ultimately fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-100. To exemplify their dominance against Toronto – the Thunder led this contest for all but 15 seconds. The Thunder … Read more

Game Day Preview: Raptors aim for the big 50 against Thunder

Tonight, the Toronto Raptors hope to accomplish the achievement that has long been eluding the club for it’s 21 year history. However, this won’t be an easy win as the Dinos take on a relentless Oklahoma City Thunder team. The Raps have maintained one of the top 5 records in the NBA for most of the season. … Read more