It’s clear that there will be some big changes this offseason for the Toronto Raptors. More than likely, the change will start from the small forward spot – a position where the Raptors have struggled to get production. Thus, we analyze the suitable, viable, and realistic options at the small forward position in free agency for the Raptors. … Read more
“With the first pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, the Minnesota Timberwolves select Karl-Anthony Towns..” The first pick went how everyone had predicted, however, what followed had analysts and fans throwing their mock boards into the garbage. Right off the bat, D’angelo Russell from Ohio State found his way to the Los Angeles Lakers, and Justise … Read more
Our vacation is over, and one of the most exciting events on the NBA calendar takes place Thursday the 25th – Draft Day! For Toronto Raptors fans, this day is the as masochistic as it gets. The Raps faithful count the seconds off the clock, hopefully anticipating the next prospect that will take Canada’s team … Read more
It is looking more and more likely that Amir Johnson will not return to the Toronto Raptors. It’s sad given all he’s done for the franchise, but it’s likely for the best. His ankles simply won’t allow him to take such heavy minutes, nor is he effective enough to warrant a starter position on a Raptors team with … Read more
While most of today’s address gave fans a “we’ll see” approach to the team’s future, Toronto Raptors‘ GM Masai Ujiri dropped some big news; the MLSE has approved of a purchase of an NBA Developmental League team to be affiliated with the Raptors. Ujiri gave no real indication when the team will begin play or … Read more
Trade deadline fever is upon us. Many reports indicate that the Toronto Raptors are pursuing significant win now moves. One of the names being tossed around in these reports is 3rd year swingman Terrence Ross. Earlier reports indicated that the team was standing pat with the struggling Ross however that may have changed as his continuing struggles may … Read more
In 20 years of Toronto Raptors history they have had a total of 8 head coaches. So, it is clear that being the head coach for this franchise has never been looked upon as a long-term gig. Most of these coaches came from the ranks of being an assistant coach, and many have returned there after their run in … Read more
Toronto Raptors fans were hoping for another Bruno Caboclo sighting against the Celtics last Saturday night. The Raptors were up big and there were less than two minutes remaining in the game, usually the time coach Dwane Casey summons the rookie from the bench and inserts him into the game. The late game court time in a game … Read more
By: Fouad Suleiman In lieu of the recent less then friendly soundbite given by Toronto Maple Leafs star Phil Kessel to Toronto Star reporter Dave Feschuk, the latest instalment of Raptors Cage’s original series Northern Nostalgia will look at the most memorable player/coach interview moments in franchise history. The pre and post game bites and the shoot-around … Read more
Unless you’ve been completely off the grid for the past 12 months, there’s no excuse for you not to have noticed the Toronto Raptors having their best year ever. Okay, that may be an exaggeration, but still— the sudden surge of success in 2014 caught many of us off guard. In a good way. Even some … Read more
