Dennis Schroder scored 26 points, including 13 in the final period, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 105-99 on Friday night to pull closer in the race for the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. DeMar DeRozan led Toronto with 28 points.
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Schrodera s 26 points lift Hawks past Raptors, 105-99
Dennis Schroder scored 26 points, including 13 in the final period, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 105-99 on Friday night to pull closer in the race for the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. DeMar DeRozan led Toronto with 28 points.
Schroder’s 26 points lift Hawks past Raptors, 105-99
Dennis Schroder scored 26 points, including 13 in the final period, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 105-99 on Friday night to pull closer in the race for the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. DeMar DeRozan led Toronto with 28 points.
Valanciunas leads Raptors over Pelicans, 94-87
” Jonas Valanciunas had 25 points and 13 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors emerged with a 94-87 victory Wednesday night over a New Orleans Pelicans squad that played without All-Star forward Anthony Davis during the second half. The Pelicans announced that Davis hurt his left wrist, an injury that appeared to occur when he crashed to the court during the Pelicans’ final possession of the first half.
Poythress scores 28, but Ants’ streak ends
Alex Poythress scored 28 points, more than he had in his previous 12 games, but the Mad Ants lost 121-116 to the Canton Charge on Saturday night in Canton, Ohio.
Toronto Raptors: Serge Ibaka And P.J. Tucker Are Key For The Present
The Toronto Raptors had a tough decision to make when they got rid of Terrence Ross , but it was highly necessary Terrence Ross was an energizer on the Toronto Raptors bench, as he averaged 10.4 points per game on a slash line of .441/.375/.820 in 22.4 minutes. Turning Ross, and a 2017 first-round pick, into Serge Ibaka was an absolute requirement for the Raptors heading into the trade deadline.
Raptors Say Hello to Giannis and the Bucks: Preview, Start Time, and More
It’s a well-known fact that Giannis Antetokounmpo does a little bit of everything for the Bucks . He’s had to for a couple of reasons – first the absence of Khris Middleton , and then because of the injury to Jabari Parker .
No fourth-quarter comeback: Raptors drop ugly 105-96 decision to Wizards
Playing their fourth game without all-star guard Kyle Lowry, the Raptors dropped a 105-96 decision to Eastern Conference rival Washington Wizards to end a four-game winning streak. DeMar DeRozan had 24 points to top the Raptors , while Serge Ibaka had 22 points and 12 rebounds.
Whoop fitness band review
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Re: Talking Raptors Podcast S4 E12 – Welcome Coach Kyle
On the latest episode of Talking Raptors Nick and Barry go through a range of emotions after hearing the Kyle Lowry news. The guys discuss the new lineups and showcase some of finest Raptors fans’ thoughts via the Talking Raptors Hotline. *this was recorded before the Knicks game
Re: Quick Reaction: Raptors 92, Knicks 91
With Tucker freeing him up from being the lock down, on-ball defender he’s been freed up to make off-ball reads and he made a lot of great ones tonight. 36 MIN, 15 PTS, 4 REB, 0 AST, 0 STL, 5-14 FG, 2-6 3FG, 3-4 FT, 1 BLK, 1 TO, -2 +/- He wasn’t as efficient as he was in past performances but when nothing was falling from outside he was the one who broke the ice and he was a steadying influence on both ends.
DeRozan hits clutch jumper to lead Raptors past Knicks
DeMar DeRozan hits the game winning shot against Derrick Rose during a game at Madison Square Garden in New York City, on Feb. 27, 2017. DeMar DeRozan hits the game winning shot against Derrick Rose during a game at Madison Square Garden in New York City, on Feb. 27, 2017.
Raptors guard Lowry to have surgery, expected to miss rest of regular-season
Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry celebrates after sinking a three-pointer during second half NBA basketball action against the Charlotte Hornets in Toronto on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017. The Raptors have announced that all-star guard Lowry will have surgery on his right wrist.
LeBron James questionable for Saturday’s game vs. Bulls
LeBron James missed the Cavs’ shootaround Saturday due to an undisclosed illness. Richard Jefferson took James’ place in Saturday’s workouts and would likely start in James does sit.
The Read & React: Celtics crumble (again) vs. Raptors
Celtics paid the price for doing nothing : When I learned that Indiana wanted the whole boat for Paul George and the Bulls weren’t interested in moving Butler all that much, I excused Danny Ainge for not unboxing the fireworks now. My fury didn’t falter for the C’s not making some move to improve.
Impact on Raptors of trade-deadline deals
… defeating the Dallas Mavericks in overtime at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports There have been plenty of hosannas already offered to Raptors GM Masai Ujiri for pulling off this deal. I’m offering one more. …
DeRozan has career-high 43, Raptors beat Celtics 107-97
DeMar DeRozan scored a career-high 43 points and the Toronto Raptors rallied from a 17-point deficit to beat the Boston Celtics 107-97 on Friday night. DeRozan shot 15 of 28 from the floor as he surpassed his 42-point effort against the Houston Rockets on March 30, 2015, helping the Raptors overcome the absence of fellow All-Star Kyle Lowry.
DeRozan scores career-high 43 points, revamped Raptors beat Boston 107-97
Less than three minutes into Toronto’s Eastern Conference battle against Boston on Friday, Serge Ibaka swatted away a shot by Isaiah Thomas then scored on a long pullup jumper on Toronto’s next possession. On a night DeMar DeRozan scored a career-high 43 points, Ibaka made his Toronto debut a memorable one.
Big names in NBA stay put
In this Jan. 11, 2017, file photo, New York Knicks’ Carmelo Anthony looks on during a break in an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Philadelphia. Phil Jackson has made his relationship with Anthony worse and hasn’t made the Knicks better.
Report: Raptors acquire guard/forward Tucker from Suns for Sullinger, picks
The Toronto Raptors have reportedly acquired guard/forward P.J. Tucker from the Phoenix Suns for forward Jared Sullinger and two second-round draft picks. The deal, first reported by Yahoo!, gives Toronto depth a wing position that was depleted when Terrence Ross was sent to Orlando last week in the trade that brought power forward Serge Ibaka to the Raptors.
Re: Lost in the Shuffle?
With Patrick Patterson injured, and Bebe, Pascal Siakam and Jared Sullinger all having their issues in recent weeks, it’s opened the door for Jakob Poeltl to establish himself as a rotation player in the NBA. He’s grabbed that opportunity by the horns, delivering two solid starts, despite losing both games, and then working as the lone big man on the floor in a masterful fourth quarter comeback against Charlotte surrounded by guards.
Welcome to NBA trade season, already underway in earnest
” Jahlil Okafor viewed New Orleans during All-Star weekend with a different lens than usual, since he thought there was a chance it may have been his next home. Welcome to trade season, already underway in earnest and will remain so until Thursday afternoon’s deadline.
Magic, Raptors make Ibaka-Ross trade official
The Toronto Raptors announced Tuesday they have acquired forward-center Serge Ibaka from the Orlando Magic in exchange for forward-guard Terrence Ross and a future first-round draft pick. “Our organization is excited to add a player of this caliber to our team as we strive to reach the next level,” said Raptors President Masai Ujiri.
Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) dribbles against Dallas…
A source tells The Canadian Press that the Raptors have acquired Serge Ibaka from the Orlando Magic for Terrence Ross and a first-round pick in the 2017 NBA draft. The move comes with the Raptors mired in a slump and plummeting down the Eastern Conference standings.
VIDEO: Lowry, Carroll, and Casey discuss Sunday’s frustration at practice
… bad and need to change, but maybe the airing of grievances and another day of practice will help. Or not! I am not a sports psychologist.
Raptors look for change after frustrating loss to Pistons
The Toronto Raptors continued to toil after blowing a 16-point fourth quarter lead in a 102-101 loss to the Detroit Pistons in the NBA on Sunday evening. After starting the season at 28-13 and holding the no.
Raptors’ DeRozan thinks help would be good for team
… Masai Ujiri before a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports I think a balance of all of these would help. The Raptors need to practice to work out their defensive kinks, but they also need …
Collison scores 26, Kings snap Celtics’ 7-game win streak
Sacramento Kings guard Darren Collison, left, hits the ball out of the hands of Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, in Sacramento, Calif. less Sacramento Kings guard Darren Collison, left, hits the ball out of the hands of Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, in Sacramento, … more Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder, left, grabs an errant pass over Sacramento Kings forward Anthony Tolliver during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, in Sacramento, Calif.
Comparing Toronto Raptors schedule to opponents offers room for optimism
The Toronto Raptors hang over from the horrid early schedule and injuries to key players took a toll, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Comparing their opponents upcoming schedules offers room for cautious optimism The Toronto Raptors hang over from the horrid early schedule and injuries to key players took a toll, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel The Toronto Raptors have survived the toughest part of their schedule and have reason to be cautiously optimistic heading into the All-Star Break.
NBA Capsules
Kyrie Irving scored 11 of his 23 points in overtime, including a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 35 seconds left, and the Cleveland Cavaliers edged the Washington Wizards 140-135 in a playoff-type atmosphere Monday night. The loud, sellout crowd was standing, and so were the players on both benches, when James somehow missed a gimme layup late in the fourth quarter.
DeRozan, Raptors overcome Griffin’s triple-double
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan shoots over LA Clippers centre Marreese Speights during first half NBA basketball action in Toronto on Monday, Feb. 6, 2017. Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan shoots over LA Clippers centre Marreese Speights during first half NBA basketball action in Toronto on Monday, Feb. 6, 2017.
Celtics win in Pierce’s farewell
Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas drives past Los Angeles Clippers guard Raymond Felton, behind, as Celtics forward Amir Johnson looks on in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, in Boston. ORG XMIT: MASR113 less Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas drives past Los Angeles Clippers guard Raymond Felton, behind, as Celtics forward Amir Johnson looks on in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 5, … more Isaiah Thomas stole the spotlight from Paul Pierce on Sunday, scoring 28 points to lead Boston to its seventh straight victory, a 107-102 win over the Los Angeles Clippers in the former Celtics captain’s final game in the Garden.
Celtics say goodbye to Pierce, beat Clippers 107-102
Isaiah Thomas bumped into Paul Pierce tooling around Boston on Saturday night and then stole the spotlight from the former Celtics captain on Sunday. With the crowd uncertain whether to cheer loudest for the Celtics or for Pierce – or for the Patriots in the Super Bowl – Thomas scored 28 points to lead Boston to its seventh straight victory, a 107-102 win over the Los Angeles Clippers in Pierce’s final game in the Garden.
Re: Pint-Sized Super-Human Isaiah Thomas Carries Celtics Over Raptors
It can be really tempting to make excuses for this one. The refs had a very interesting interpretation of the rules, DeMar DeRozan was out with injury, Patrick Patterson was on a minutes restrictions, they missed a fair amount of makeable shots and so on, but any game in which you build an 18 point 3rd quarter lead is a game that you should win.
How the Plumlee trade affects Milwaukee’s Cap
When Milwaukee signed Miles Plumlee to a 4-year/$50 million dollar contract this summer, many raised their eyebrows not at a re-signing, but at the pricey figure they had to pay. As Plumlee’s remained either chained to the bench or as noticeable as a gnat while on court, the combination of years and heavy cap hit was putting a strain on Milwaukee’s salary cap going forward.
FanDuel NBA Daily Picks and Pivots – February 1
… Phoenix Suns at Air Canada Centre. The Suns beat the Raptors 115-103. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports Welcome to the FanDuel NBA edition of Picks and Pivots, a fantasy basketball column focused on helping you find the best …
Morning Coffee – Tue, Jan 31
This can’t be about any one player. At the same time, it’s hard not to feel – watching this team night in, night out – that centre Jonas Valanciunas and his role have hit a brick wall.
Raptors’ Masai Ujiri, Kyle Lowry and Dwane Casey condemn Trump travel ban
Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri, coach Dwane Casey and All-Star guard Kyle Lowry spoke out against United States President Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration on Monday. One by one, they voiced their opinions about the immigration ban which targets nationals of seven Muslim-majority countries: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.
Raptors guard DeRozan to miss third straight game with ankle sprain
The team’s leading scorer will be sidelined for a third straight game with a right ankle sprain when the Raptors host the Milwaukee Bucks tonight. “He’s still sore, so we’re going to make sure we exercise caution as far as bringing him back,” Casey said.
Toronto Raptors’ defence has slipped, shooting shaky in subpar January
Unless the Raptors fix the poor defence and shaky shooting soon, January is going to end up being a strange month for a club that has grown accustomed to piling up victories. Toronto is 6-8 in January after losing to Memphis on Wednesday.