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3 weeks ago | raptorsrapture.com | Amos Mina

Derik Queen has been the talk of the town, but how would he fair on the Raptors? On March 27, Derik Queen's journey in this year's NCAA Tournament came to an end when his Maryland team lost to Florida in a final score of 87-71. Despite the disappointing finish, Queen put up an impressive stat line, scoring 27 points on 8-for-17 shooting from the field, 1-for-4 from beyond the arc, and a perfect 10-for-10 from the free-throw line. He also grabbed five rebounds and recorded two steals.

4 weeks ago | raptorsrapture.com | Amos Mina

Toronto traded (and paid) for Ingram but got zero games to see how this lineup worksOptimism in Raptors Nation remains strong, although, it's still unclear how Brandon Ingram will fit into the team's future. Despite the fanfare, there’s a worrying side to the Ingram situation that could ultimately be more harmful than beneficial for the Raptors.

2 months ago | raptorsrapture.com | Amos Mina

Good news for the Raptors' resident defensive-minded PGGolden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry has welcomed a new athlete to his Curry Brand roster: Raptors point guard Davion Mitchell, who has signed a multi-year contract. Currently, Curry Brand is in the process of developing a roster of noteworthy talents. The latest addition is Mitchell, who joins a group that includes newly-acquired Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox, as well as G-Leaguers Keisei Tominga and Quincy Olivari.

Dec 5, 2024 | raptorsrapture.com | Amos Mina

In an exhilarating turn of events, the WNBA has officially introduced its second expansion team: the Toronto Tempo, which is set to make its debut in 2026. Introducing @TempoBasketballTip-off 2026. pic.twitter.com/59M2V11Li0— WNBA (@WNBA) December 5, 2024This development, following the successful introduction of the new Golden State Valkyries, has ignited both excitement and skepticism within the sports community.

Nov 11, 2024 | raptorsrapture.com | Amos Mina

As the NBA landscape evolves, one of the most exciting innovations in recent years is the NBA Cup—a midseason tournament designed to energize the league's calendar. This season, it returns under a new name: the Emirates NBA Cup, highlighting its sponsorship affiliation. What distinguishes this tournament, and what does the future hold for the Toronto Raptors in this year's competition? What is the NBA Cup and how does it work?