Aaron Rose

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Toronto Raptors Reporter at Sports Illustrated

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Toronto Raptors’ Hopes for Kevin Durant End with Houston Rockets Trade

5 days ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors will not be getting Kevin Durant. The Phoenix Suns have reportedly agreed to trade the former MVP to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal that sends Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-round picks to Phoenix, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move ends weeks of speculation about Durant’s future and officially eliminates the Raptors from the conversation.
Toronto Raptors Expected to Keep Jakob Poeltl With Contract Extension Talks Looming

6 days ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

Jakob Poeltl isn’t going anywhere. The Toronto Raptors and Austrian big man are expected to discuss a contract extension this summer, with both sides aligned on getting a deal done. The news was first reported by Sportsnet’s Michael Grange, who noted that an extension is seen as the most likely outcome this summer. The structure and timing of the deal, he wrote, would likely be designed to give Toronto flexibility as it reshapes the roster during what’s expected to be a busy offseason.
Toronto Raptors Reportedly Targeting Center, Exploring Multiple Draft-Day Moves

6 days ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors appear to be casting a wide net ahead of next week’s NBA Draft. According to a report from Jake Fischer and Marc Stein, the Raptors have shown interest in multiple trade scenarios, including renewed discussions involving Kevin Durant, a potential trade down from the No. 9 pick, and efforts to acquire a second lottery selection ahead of next week’s draft. Toronto is keeping its options open.
Toronto Raptors Host Michigan State's Jase Richardson for Pre-Draft Workout

1 week ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors appear to be doing their homework on Jase Richardson, bringing him in for a workout after interviewing the freshman guard at the NBA Draft Combine. According to Grant Afseth of RG.org, the Raptors hosted Richardson as part of their pre-draft process. It’s the latest sign Toronto is exploring a range of backcourt options ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, including developmental guards with upside.
Toronto Raptors’ Refusal to Trade Jakob Poeltl Leaves One Viable Path to Kevin Durant

1 week ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors continue to monitor Kevin Durant’s situation, but they’ve reportedly made one thing clear to Phoenix: Jakob Poeltl is off the table. According to Sportsnet’s Michael Grange, the Raptors have no intention of including Poeltl in a potential deal for Durant. The Suns asked for Poeltl back in February prior to the trade deadline and were firmly shut down. Despite renewed interest from Phoenix, Toronto’s stance remains unchanged.
Toronto Raptors Get Up-Close Look at Nevada's Kobe Sanders Ahead of NBA Draft

1 week ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors are taking a closer look at one of the biggest guards in this year’s draft. Nevada’s Kobe Sanders, a 6-foot-7, 203-pound fifth-year senior, reportedly worked out for the team this week ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, according to HoopsHype. Sanders, 23, brings a rare mix of size and playmaking ability in a class short on jumbo guards.
Toronto Raptors Host Louisville's Defense-First Guard Chucky Hepburn Ahead of Draft

1 week ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors are reportedly taking a closer look at one of college basketball’s most physical backcourt defenders. Louisville senior Chucky Hepburn worked out for the team this week ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft, according to Rookie Wire’s Cody Taylor. The 6-foot, 189-pound guard is projected to be a late second-round pick or a priority undrafted free agent. He fits the Raptors’ typical mold as a competitive, defense-first point guard who thrives at the point of attack.
Chinese Big Man Hansen Yang Works Out for Toronto Raptors Ahead of NBA Draft

1 week ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors are doing their homework on one of the more intriguing international prospects in this year’s class, reportedly working out 7-foot-1 Chinese big man Hansen Yang ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft. Yang worked out with the team this week, according to Cody Taylor of Rookie Wire. He is projected to be selected in the second round and could be a viable option for Toronto at pick No. 39 if the team addresses another position with its lottery selection.
Toronto Raptors Join Top Tier as Potential Landing Spot for Kevin Durant

1 week ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors continue to gain steam in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, now viewed as one of the top contenders to land the 36-year-old forward. As of Wednesday, Toronto is listed at +400 on DraftKings Sportsbook to be Durant’s next team. That implies a 20% chance, trailing only the Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves, both at +350. It marks a dramatic climb from +10,000 a few weeks ago and signals growing league-wide belief that the Raptors could be ready to make a serious offer.
Toronto Raptors Host BYU's Supersized Point Guard Egor Demin Ahead of NBA Draft

1 week ago | si.com | Aaron Rose

The Toronto Raptors are doing their due diligence on one of the more intriguing perimeter prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft. According to Cody Taylor of the Rookie Wire, Toronto hosted BYU guard Egor Demin for a pre-draft workout earlier this week. The 6-foot-8 Russian freshman is widely expected to be selected in the middle of the first round, just after Toronto’s current pick at No. 9. If the Raptors decide to trade down a few spots, Demin could become a viable option.

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