Designing a great season for Gradey Dick
This is a huge year for Gradey Dick.
Can Scottie Barnes & Trae Young lead their teams? – Outside Looking In w/ Samson
Samson Folk brings on David Lee, a Hawks analyst, to discuss the upcoming season.
Martin brings a winning pedigree to Raptors
Alijah Martin, the 39th overall pick in the 2025 Draft, is a wildly athletic and defensive-minded guard who’s now in the fold with the Toronto Raptors.
Raptors sign Jarkel Joiner to Exhibit 10 contract
The Toronto Raptors have added another guard to the fold.
Previewing Scottie Barnes’ Season w/ Samson & Louis
Samson Folk & Louis Zatzman preview Scottie Barnes’ season.
Kawhi Leonard bombshell forces us to confront two uncomfortable truths
Two uncomfortable truths about Toronto’s ownership and attractiveness as an NBA destinaton.
Raptors sign Key to Exhibit 10 deal
The 26-year-old is sticking around.
Jamal Shead’s Next Step
Can Shead avoid the sophmore slump?
Designing a great year for Scottie Barnes
Scottie Barnes has a path.
One swing skill: Jamison Battle and Ochai Agbaji’s spot in the Raptors rotation
Battle and Agbaji have the chance to make the Raptors depth chart really formidable this season. Here’s how they do it.
Raptors sign Guerrier to Exhibit 10 deal
The Toronto Raptors have added a versatile Canadian.
Will RJ Barrett adapt to his role on the new Toronto Raptors?
Can RJ embrace this new Raptors offense?
A short blurb on everything the Raptors did this summer
The Raptors are forging ahead.
The 2025 AmeriCup: disappointment, development, and the road to LA 2028
Takeaways from the 2025 AmeriCup.
Ingram’s impact on the Raptors’ offence will be critical
Can the Raptors’ offence and Ingram lift each other up?
One Swing Skill: Jamal Shead’s Offensive Utility
How additive can Jamal Shead be on offense? That is the question for him this season.
Jakob Poeltl: anchoring the Raptors frontcourt in 2025–26
After a career season, the challenge is clear: can Poeltl raise the bar even higher?
Raptors 2020 NBA Draft haunted by ‘what if’
Taking a look back at Toronto’s 2020 draft with hindsight in mind.
Six things we’ll learn about the Raptors in September
What can we learn before the real games begin?
Raptors 905 announce schedule for 2025-26 season
The Raptors 905 schedule is out.
Jamison Battle’s path to meaningful minutes for the Raptors
How Battle can factor into Toronto’s rotation.
Argentina dominates Canada in AmeriCup semifinals
A lifeless performance ends in a semifinal loss for the SMNT
Immanuel Quickley: A crucial season for his development
Can Quickley Take the Next Step?
One swing skill: The Raptors big men bullpen
The Raptors will have to go the big-man-by-committee route when Jakob Poeltl subs off this season. Does that make them versatile?
Undrafted free agents defined the 2018 and 2019 NBA Drafts for the Raptors
Taking a look back at Toronto’s 2018 and 2019 drafts.
Canada off to the AmeriCup semifinals, rout Colombia
A routine win against Colombia
We don’t understand passing or assists
Samson Folk dives deep into a topic that has been intriguing him for years: passing.
The possibilities and certainty of Sandro Mamukelashvili
The very real possibility that Mamu proves he belongs.
One swing skill: Ja’Kobe Walter’s defense
Ja’Kobe Walter can be one of the best defenders on the Raptors next season. And one of their most important.
Scottie Barnes and the balancing act: scoring less to do more
Will year five be the year Scottie Barnes puts It all together?
Canada outlast Puerto Rico, win Group B
A passing grade for the SMNT’s first big test of the 2025 AmeriCup
Did the Raptors do enough? Recapping the offseason w/ Samson & Louis
Samson Folk & Louis Zatzman congregate to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm.
What it really means to build a culture of dogs
Kyle Julius has set a precedent for culture-building
Five Raptors facing the most pressure next season
Which five Raptors have the most to prove next season?
Can Collin Murray-Boyles become a 20ppg scorer?
An excerpt from Samson & Louis’ upcoming podcast, focusing on Collin Murray-Boyles.
Canada race to a 2-0 start at the 2025 AmeriCup
The SMNT wins big against Venezuela and Panama
Why is American media low on these Raptors?
An excerpt from Samson & Louis’ upcoming podcast episode, focusing on how the Raptors are viewed differently south of the border.
Raptors elevating Bobby Webster a worthwhile bet on continuity
Bobby knows what it takes to win in Toronto.
The underappreciated potential of the Toronto Raptors
Few consider even the possibility of the Toronto Raptors becoming a playoff team next season. That’s a failure to see the upside of this fledgling team in the new NBA landscape.
The Raptors are ready for the future
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the latest in the Raptors realm.
One swing skill: Immanuel Quickley and his floater
Immanuel Quickley is poised to have a bounce back season for the Raptors. Here is how he does it.
Five can’t-miss Raptors games on the 2025-26 schedule
The most intriguing games on Toronto’s calendar for the upcoming season.
Raptors’ 2025-26 strength of schedule analysis
A different Raptors team faces a somewhat similar schedule.
Team Canada gears up for the 2025 AmeriCup
The SMNT is back in action for it’s first major tournament since the Paris Olympics
Raptors elevate Bobby Webster to Head of Basketball Operations
The Raptors have found their new leader.
Howell, Canada claim Globl Jam gold medal in win over Texas
Tournament MVP Avery Howell leads Canada to the gold medal.
Canada clobbers Puerto Rico ahead of Globl Jam gold medal game
Canada’s U23 women got ready to compete for Globl Jam gold.
Canada claims win over Japan in final Globl Jam contest
Canada ends Globl Jam 2025 on a positive note by taking down Japan and finishing with a 2-1 record.
Canada drops Game 2 of Globl Jam to tough Texas Longhorns team
The Canadian Women’s U23 squad fell to 1-1 at Globl Jam.
Canada keeps gold medal hopes alive with win over Georgetown
It came down to the wire, but the Canadians would hold on to win Thursday night.
Toronto Raptors 2025-26 Schedule Announced
Toronto Raptors 2025-26 schedule has been released.
Can the Raptors win their NBA Cup group?
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath detail the latest in the Raptors realm.
Top Raptors stories of 2024-25: The Toronto Raptors are going to go for it
Counting down Raptors Republic’s most-read stories of the 2024-25 season.
Canadian men upset by Brazil as day one of Globl Jam comes to a close
Canada falls to 0-1 after a shocking loss to Nathan Mariano and Brazil.
Canada cruise past Brazil in women’s opener at Globl Jam
Avery Howell led the way for the Canadians as they improve to 1-0.
Raptors NBA Cup group stage schedule announced
The Toronto Raptors group features the runner-ups and the East’s best regular-season team from last year.
Two for the Future: The Raptors’ Draft Day Success in 2016
Toronto’s momentum didn’t stop at the playoffs—it carried into the draft.
NBA Scouts rank the Raptors prospects
Samson Folk consults NBA Scouts for the low down on the Raptors prospects.
Top Raptors stories of 2024-25: The Raptors finally went quietly as Walter and Mogbo leave injured
Counting down Raptors Republic’s most-read stories of the 2024-25 season.
Top Raptors stories of 2024-25: The Raptors organization, not players, embarrassed itself against the Magic
Counting down Raptors Republic’s most-read stories of the 2024-25 season.
One swing skill: RJ Barrett and his cutting
The hometown kid has been in trade rumours for months. But maybe there’s a way for him to stay in Toronto?
Top Raptors stories of 2024-25: After passing Vince Carter, Chris Boucher reflects on his Raptors journey
Counting down Raptors Republic’s most-read stories of the 2024-25 season.
Top Raptors stories of 2024-25: In trading for Ingram, the Raptors are walking on the edge of a knife
Counting down Raptors Republic’s most-read stories of the 2024-25 season.
Role players defined the 2015 NBA Draft for the Raptors
Taking a look back at the Toronto Raptors’ 2015 NBA Draft.
Roy Rana could do in Jordan what he did in Japan
A Canadian legend is working miracles abroad.
Picking the Greatest Raptors of All Time
Samson Folk and Trevon Heath are joined by Esfandiar Baraheni to pick the greatest Raptors of all time in a few categories.
Chris Boucher signs $3.3 million contract with Boston Celtics
Boucher signs with Boston Celtics in free agency.
One swing skill: Brandon Ingram off the ball
The path is clear for Brandon Ingram to become an All-Star in Toronto. Here’s what he needs to do.
Miller to represent Canada at FIBA AmeriCup
Miller is the next Canadian NBA player expected to represent his country.
Does Toronto still have any holes to fill in the rotation?
Is Toronto ready to contend?
George to represent Canada at FIBA AmeriCup
Kyshawn George will suit up for Canada this August.
What did the rest of the Atlantic Division do this offseason?
A look around at what Toronto’s closest competitors did this summer.
Toronto Raptors sign Olivier Sarr
Toronto adds to its big man depth.
Who, if anyone, is most likely to emerge as a bench star for the Raptors?
On the performers off the bench, and whether anyone is ready to seize the moment.
It’s time for the Raptors to win again – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to answer listener questions.
One Swing Skill: Gradey Dick’s Conditioning
Run, Gradey, run. That’s all you need to do.
How does Collin Murray-Boyles fit on the Toronto Raptors?
On Collin Murray-Boyles’ game, fit in Toronto, and overall projection for his rookie season.
Jamal Shead is mastering effort
The Raptors have one option at backup point guard.
Raptors waive centre Colin Castleton
The Raptors make a necessary roster cut.
Toronto Raptors NBA 2K26 player ratings revealed
The newest batch of ratings has dropped for the Toronto Raptors.
Do the Raptors have star duos? – Samson’s Mailbag
Samson Folk & Abdel from Taco Takes team up to discuss the Raptors potential for this season.
Overreactions from the Raptors’ Summer League experience
What could happen if just about everything went right for Toronto next season?
What we learned about the Toronto Raptors at Summer League
The Raptors came up just short down in Las Vegas. Here’s what we learned.
The Raptors have figured something out – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath recap summer league and discuss the latest in the Raptors realm.
AJ Lawson deserves his shot
The hometown kid has proven he’s an NBA player. But will it be on the Raptors?
This era of the Raptors depends massively on Brandon Ingram
The Raptors are bolstering their strengths … and their weaknesses.
Toronto Raptors preseason schedule announced
Toronto will kick off their preseason in Vancouver.
A too-early projection of the Toronto Raptors’ rotation
A closer look at the Raptors’ talent, depth, and different lineup combinations.
Raptors fall short in Summer League playoff semifinals
Toronto’s Summer League run has come to an end.
Quick Reaction: Kings 98, Raptors 88
The Raptors’ Summer League run ends here.
Gameday: Raptors vs Kings, July 19
The Las Vegas Summer League playoffs begin.
Murray-Boyles leads Raptors to Summer League playoffs
CMB arrived and the Raptors are in the (Summer League) playoffs.
Toronto Raptors qualify for Summer League playoffs, clinch top seed
Toronto has a chance to win it all down in Las Vegas.
Quick Reaction: Raptors 81, Warriors 69
Raptors scrap their way to the semifinals.
Collin Murray-Boyles shows glimpse of bright future in Raptors win
Collin Murray-Boyles showed out for the undefeated Raptors.
Grading all front office transactions from the 2024-25 season part 2
Final part of the mini series.
Gameday: Raptors, Warriors, July 17
Will Toronto finish 4-0?
The Raptors Young Guns are Dominating Summer League – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath cover the Raptors undefeated run in Summer League + analyze the players.
Ja’Kobe Walter and Toronto’s ferocious defense spearheads win over Nuggets
Toronto remains unbeaten in Sin City.
Quick Reaction: Raptors 101, Nuggets 97
Epic game of ref ball!
Gameday: Raptors vs Nuggets, July 15
The Raptors look to remain undefeated at Summer League.
The Raptors Summer League defense is a glimpse into the future
It’s rare for the young players on an NBA team to dictate the identity of the roster. But it might be happening.
Murray-Boyles debuts with defense as Raptors remain undefeated
Leading with defense.
Raptors stay unbeaten at Summer League, defence continues to shine
Toronto outlasted Orlando and improved to 2-0 in Las Vegas.
Quick Reaction: Raptors 89, Magic 86
Toronto picks up their second summer league win in close one over Orlando.
Grading all front office transactions from the 2024-25 season part 1
Did Masai leave Toronto in a good place?
Gameday: Raptors vs Magic, July 13
Game two for the Toronto Raptors in Vegas.
The Raptors are chasing a summer league championship – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath breakdown the Raptors opening SL game and look forward to their matchup against Orlando.
Raptors bring the heat in Summer League romp over Bulls
The Raptors kicked off Summer League with a bang.
Quick Reaction: Raptors 116, Bulls 72
The first game of the summer for the Raptors ended with a blowout win.
Raptors dominate defensively in Summer League opening win
The Raptors defense traveled.
Raptors rookie Murray-Boyles out for Summer League opener
Our first glimpse of Collin Murray-Boyles as a Raptor will have to wait.
Raptors sign forward David Roddy to Exhibit 10 deal
Toronto’s search to fill its final roster spot has landed it a former first-rounder.
Gameday: Bulls vs Raptors, July 10
Viva Las Vegas!
Brandon Ingram cleared for contact
Ingram takes a step towards return.
Toronto Raptors sign Alijah Martin to two-way contract
All three two-way slots are now filled
The Raptors plan to dominate Summer League – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk is joined by Trevon Heath & Josh Codinera to lightly preview the Raptors upcoming summer league.
Toronto Raptors Summer League preview: Everything you need to know
Breaking down the schedule, roster, and everything else in between.
Alijah Martin knows what he needs to do to make it as a Raptor
Alijah Martin is coming to defend.
2025 Emirates NBA Cup groups announced
The Toronto Raptors group features the runner-ups and the East’s best regular-season team.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becomes first Canadian to be on cover of NBA 2K
SGA adds another accomplishment to his resume.
What does Collin Murray-Boyles lack of shooting mean for the Raptors’ offence?
Collin Murray-Boyles isn’t a shooter, and that’s ok.
Masai Ujiri releases heartfelt farewell message to Raptors fans
Masai Ujiri breaks his silence.
An Optimist’s Take For Every Raptor – Samson’s Mailbag
Samson Folk talks about every Raptor from the brighter side of things.
Best moments from 2024-25 Raptors season #1: Brandon Ingram traded to the Raptors
The best moment of the Raptors season came off the floor in the form of a trade for a former All-Star.
The Raptors New Era Has Begun
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the latest in the Raptors realm.
Raptors release Summer League roster
Raptors are all set for Las Vegas.
Could Sandro Mamukelashvili be the Raptors secret weapon?
Can the Georgian big man be exactly what the doctor ordered for the Raptors?
Report: Raptors waive Jared Rhoden
Toronto open up another roster spot.
Jakob Poeltl signs $104 million contract extension
Toronto locks up their big man for multiple years.
Report: Raptors bring in Mamukelashvili
Sandro Mamukelashvili is coming north of the border
Who can be the next President of the Toronto Raptors?
Bobby Webster is the obvious choice. But maybe Steve Nash?
Where the Raptors stand cap-wise heading into free agency
Will the Raptors’ high-wire act pay off?
How much money do the Raptors have? w/ Blake & Samson
Samson Folk & Blake Murphy discuss the Raptors money situation.
The Raptors are in need of a rising tide
Toronto’s roster is full of boats desperately looking for a lift.
Masai Ujiri is out: What comes next for the Raptors?
The face of the Toronto Raptors is no longer. What does Masai Ujiri’s firing mean for the franchise?
Report: Clifford Omoruyi signs Exhibit-10 deal with Raptors
Omoruyi is reportedly coming north of the border
NBA releases Las Vegas Summer League schedule
Who’s ready for Vegas?
Eulogizing the Masai Ujiri era with the Raptors
On the end of an era, and what Ujiri accomplished during his time in Toronto.
Report: Masai Ujiri out as Raptors’ vice chairman and president
The Masai Ujiri era is over.
Raptors Republic LIVE with Samson and Es to discuss the end of the Masai Ujiri era
The end of the best era in franchise history. Talking through it.
Chucky Hepburn signs two-way contract with Toronto Raptors
Former ACC defensive player of the year is headed North.
The 2025 NBA Draft was WILD
Brendan Stewart breaks down the 2025 NBA Draft’s craziest moments and gives analysis on some of the biggest picks.
Raptors select Alijah Martin at 39 – Reaction + Analysis
Samson Folk is joined by Blake Murphy & Coty Wiles to break down the Raptors 2nd round selection.
Toronto Raptors select Alijah Martin with 39th pick
Alijah Martin is headed to the Dinos.
Collin Murray-Boyles was a great pick
Samson Folk makes the pitch for Murray-Boyles.
Raptors NBA Draft Option at 39th overall: Adou Thiero
At 39th overall, I’m bidding on Adou.
Raptors draft COLLIN MURRAY-BOYLES – LIVE reaction + Film + Pro Scout Analysis
Samson Folk & the fellas breakdown the Raptors latest draft pick.
Canadian Will Riley selected by Washington Wizards
The Kitchener, Ontario native is heading down to D.C.
Toronto Raptors select Collin Murray-Boyles: Instant Analysis
Murray-Boyles is coming north of the border
The Toronto Raptors are going to go for it
In a world of speculation, rumour milling, and straight up baloney, sometimes you just gotta follow your gut.
The developmental gaps second-round bigs need to solve
On improvement, and what can be expected from the second round.
Raptors NBA Draft option at 9th overall: Danny Wolf
We have Nikola Jokic at home.
Raptors NBA Draft option at 39th overall: Koby Brea
Este hombre está en fuego.
Report: Raptors were interested in Jrue Holiday before Trail Blazers trade
Toronto was in the mix before Holiday was dealt.
The perfect NBA Draft scenario for the Toronto Raptors
There is one scenario where the Raptors end up having the perfect draft. How do they pull it off?
Raptors NBA Draft option at 9th overall: Jeremiah Fears
Everybody wants to rule the world.
2025 Raptors Republic NBA mock draft
Coty Wiles and Brendan Stewart take a stab at all 30 first round picks
Toronto Raptors pre-draft tracker: Targets and analysis for the 2025 NBA Draft
Tracking every interview and workout the Toronto Raptors conduct
Raptors garnering intrest for 9th pick ahead of 2025 NBA Draft
Will Toronto pick later than expected?
Who are NBA Draft experts saying the Raptors will select at 9th overall?
Who will become the newest Toronto Raptor?
Raptors NBA Draft option at 39th overall: Yanic Konan Niederhauser
One of the best athletes in the class, Niederhauser is an interesting option at 39th overall
What the new NBA means for Toronto Raptors’ aspirations
If this NBA Playoffs has shown us anything, it’s that a post-season run – for almost any team – is not that far out of reach.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becomes first Canadian finals MVP
Gilgeous-Alexander caps off his amazing season with a finals MVP.
Open Thread: 2025 NBA Finals Game 7
Come hang out
6 Players The Toronto Raptors Should Try To TRADE For
Samson Folk explores 6 options he thinks the Raptors should consider this summer as trade targets.
Raptors NBA Draft option at 9th overall: Egor Demin
Once considered a top 5 lock, opinion on the Russian playmaker has become divided after a subpar season.
Three burning questions facing the Raptors ahead of two crucial weeks
There’s a lot to sort out with the Raptors’ offseason kicking into high gear
Raptors work out Nolan Traore, Egor Demin, Hansen Yang, two others
Toronto worked out a bevy of options with multiple projected first-rounders included
Raptors NBA Draft option at 39th overall: Kam Jones
The do-it-all combo guard likely would have been a mid first rounder last year. Now he’s projected to be a second round steal.
The Raptors need to choose these players in the draft – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm, with a specific focus on the draft.
Raptors NBA Draft option at 39th overall: Ryan Nembhard
Missed out on Andrew, let’s try for the younger brother.
Best moments from 2024-25 Raptors season #2: RJ Barrett & Gradey Dick lead Raptors to thrilling win on Vince Carter Night
A legend, honoured. Another, dissed. And a thrilling win for the Toronto Raptors.
Raptors NBA Draft option at 39th overall: Sion James
A gritty, two-way tank who makes winning plays. Why would the Raptors want to pass up on this future fan favourite?
Canadian Will Riley invited to NBA Draft green room
The Kitchener, Ontario native is primed to be selected in the first round.
Open Thread: Game 5 of the NBA Finals
Come hang out.
Best moments from 2024-25 Raptors’ season #3: Ja’Kobe Walter’s magical game winner
A stunning moment for the Raptors rookie leads to a conflicted victory for Raptors fans.
Raptors NBA Draft option at 9th overall: Collin Murray-Boyles
One of the most intriguing players in the draft.
How does the Desmond Bane trade impact the Toronto Raptors?
Orlando is pushing its chips into the middle of the pot for the eastern conference, Should Toronto?
A history of the ninth overall pick in the NBA Draft
Taking a look at not only the Raptors’ history with the ninth overall pick, but the NBA’s
Why Aaliyah Edwards would be a perfect fit with the Toronto Tempo
And it’s not just because she’s Canadian.
Best moments from 2024-25 Raptors’ season #4: Raptors beat defending champion Celtics
A big win for the Raptors this season came against the defending champion Boston Celtics on a cold January night.
Today marks the six-year anniversary of the Raptors’ championship
Six years ago today the Toronto Raptors captured their first NBA title.
Toronto Raptors made an offer for Kevin Durant
Teambuilding is getting spicy in the T-Dot.
Open Thread: Game 4 of the NBA Finals
Come hang out.
Raptors’ 2025 NBA free agency target: Amir Coffey
Toronto could certainly use a fresh pot of Coffey.
Raptors NBA Draft options at 39th overall: Ryan Kalkbrenner
The ideal second round steal.
2025 NBA Mock Draft | First Round Predictions + Raptors Selections
The Raptors Republic crew does a mock draft ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft for the 1st round with Samson Folk, Trevon Heath, Es Baraheni, and Mac Cunningham.
Best moments from 2024-25 Raptors Season #5: Scottie Barnes locks up Durant, beats Suns
The Raptors BBQ dominated Kevin Durant in the Suns in one of their best wins of the season.
Report: Toronto Raptors not interested in Kevin Durant
Raptors pull out of KD sweepstakes.
Open Thread: Game 3 of the NBA Finals
Come hang out.
Raptors to workout Naismith Men’s College Player of the Year finalist Johni Broome, one other
One of the NCAA’s most accomplished players will work out north of the border
Raptors’ 2025 NBA free agency target: Lonnie Walker IV
It’s finally time for Walker to join the Raptors.
Report: Raptors bring Ryan Nembhard in for draft workout
While Andrew Nembhard tries to lock up SGA, the Raptors may be looking to lock up his younger brother Ryan.
Raptors tabbed as a potential landing spot for Kevin Durant
Everything regarding Kevin Durant and the Toronto Raptors
Open Thread: Game 2 of the NBA Finals
I have been enjoying the absolute heck out of these playoffs. You?
The Raptors are shooting for the moon next season
It’s time for Toronto to let it fly.
Eight things you probably forgot about the 2024-25 Raptors season
Do you remember any of these moments?
Raptors NBA Draft option at 9th overall: Asa Newell
A tweener frontcourt player who could light a fire under the Raptors with his energy and hustle.
Canadians and former Raptors to take part in the NBA Finals
Canada and former Raptors will leave their mark on the 2025 NBA Championship.
Giannis to Raptors, Scottie to Jamaica, Free Agents to Toronto – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm.
Raptors’ 2025 NBA free agency target: Luke Kornet
Could the big man from Beantown beef up Toronto’s front line?
Report: “Talks underway” for Scottie Barnes to join Jamaican national basketball team
Scottie might be joining Jamaica’s national team.
Are the Raptors even ready to land a superstar like Giannis Antetokounmpo?
On preparation, meaning, and the value of success without winning the ultimate prize.
Raptors NBA Draft option at 9th overall: Noa Essengue
One of the youngest players in the draft is also oozing potential — and could fall right into the Raptors laps on draft night.
The Toronto Raptors 2025 NBA draft roundtable – Part II
In Part Two, the Raptors Republic posse delve into the draft and discuss prospects they adore.
RJ Barrett answered the call this season
On RJ Barrett pushing through this season.
Toronto Raptors and Giannis Antetokounmpo have mutual interest
A roundup of all the reports and what a deal could potentially look like for Giannis
The Toronto Raptors 2025 NBA draft roundtable – Part I
The Raptors Republic collective have gathered, once again, to share their thoughts on both the state of the Toronto Raptors and the upcoming draft.
“Best In. Best For”: Team Canada gears up for FIBA U16 AmeriCup
Canada Basketball is back.
Six teams, two leagues, one goal: Colin Castleton found a home in Toronto
Colin Castleton showed good things with the Raptors, earning him a multi-year contract
Three Raptors whose roles could shrink next season
A trio who might end up taking a step back in 2025-26.
Film Room Scouting Collin Murray-Boyles – Samson’s Mailbag
Samson Folk dives in on the film to highlight the strengths of Collin Murray-Boyles. He also takes on some listener questions.
Raptors’ 2025 NBA free agency target: Jake LaRavia
A smart, low-usage, and young forward who might quietly fill a real need in Toronto.
Kia Nurse should be the Toronto Tempo’s first signing
It’s never too early to dream about which Canadian stars could come home to the new court in Toronto.
Jamal Shead’s rookie campaign was effort personified
A look-back on the rookie season of Jamal Shead.
Raptors’ offseason trade target: Coby White
Could the Raptors trade for another guard creator?
Raptors’ Rhoden could break into the NBA
Making the case for Jared Rhoden.
Raptors NBA draft options at 9th overall: Kasparas Jakucionis
The Villain from Vilnius is arguably the best pure point guard prospect in this draft class. Is he the one who the Raptors need?
Scouting UNDERRATED NBA Draft Bigs – Hansen Yang, Thomas Sorber, Ryan Kalkbrenner
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm and to scout some more bigs from the NBA draft.
Why the Raptors should trade down from the No. 9 pick
With the future unclear, there’s a (somewhat) clear answer staring the Raptors in the face.
Garrett Temple set cultural standard of staying ready
Temple’s legacy will largely depend on how the Raptors do next season.
Ranking 2025 NBA draft prospects for the Raptors based on fit
Can the Toronto Raptors strike gold and draft the best player available who fits their goals?
Three Raptors who (probably) won’t be on the roster in 2025-26
Predicting Toronto’s roster for the 2025-26 season.
Raptors draft option at 9th overall: Thomas Sorber
The two-way big man who should be getting way more attention from scouts and fans alike.
Film Room Scouting Carter Bryant – Samson’s Mailbag
Samson Folk walks through the film that makes Bryant interesting.
Raptors’ 2025 NBA free agency target: Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Looking for fit, not flash—NAW makes sense for the Raptors
Raptors rookie Ja’Kobe Walter proved he belongs
Ja’Kobe Walter is a viable rotation player.
Scottie Barnes does not earn designated rookie-scale extension
Barnes was not named MVP, DPOY, or to an All-NBA team.
NBA Awards show Canada Basketball is on the rise
Canadian Basketball is on the upswing.
Raptors draft option at 9th overall: Carter Bryant
The player zooming up draft boards.
Raptors Draft Options at Pick 9 – Noa Essengue, Rasheer Fleming, Cedric Coward
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss a few potential draft picks for the Raptors.
Which Raptors have underrated trade value?
On players who might bring back more in a trade than fans would expect.
Immanuel Quickley wins NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award
Immanuel Quickley shows excellence off the court.
How did the former Raptors perform in 2024-2025?
A roundup of how Toronto alumni contributed on their new squads this season.
Jared Rhoden aims to be Raptors’ latest undrafted success story
For Jared Rhoden, the path forward may be arduous, but it isn’t complicated.
Jamal Shead, other Raptors miss NBA All-Rookie teams
Even in a season that depended so heavily on rookie talent, the Toronto Raptors didn’t have any of their youngsters named to the NBA’s all-rookie teams.
Here’s when everything important happens this off-season for the Raptors
Once the playoffs end, don’t expect too much of a break from basketball.
Jonathan Mogbo almost did it all
Jonathan Mogbo is elite… at some things.
Raptors’ draft option at ninth overall: Derik Queen
The Dairy Queen commercials just write themselves.
What the Toronto Tempo need to know before the 2026 WNBA draft
The countdown is on, here’s a look at key factors the Toronto Tempo must consider as it prepares to build next season’s roster.
Three Raptors set to become extension eligible this offseason
The Raptors have decisions to make about their veterans.
How the Raptors beat zone + more – Samson’s Mailbag
Samson Folk dives deep into the Raptors and answers listener questions, but gives specific time to how the Raptors beat zone defense.
What would a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade realistically look like for the Raptors?
Can Masai Ujiri pull this off?
Three Raptors trade proposals that could turn this offseason into a homerun
Trade season is almost upon us
Gradey Dick flashed everything
Gradey Dick’s sophomore season had high highs, and low lows.
What would Giannis Antetokounmpo mean for the Raptors’ competitive window?
Would Giannis lead Toronto to title #2?
Atlanta Hawks showing interest in Toronto’s Masai Ujiri, per Marc Stein
Hawks have their eye on Ujiri.
Raptors’ draft option at ninth overall: Khaman Maluach
A popular fan-pick, Khaman Maluach comes with more questions than answers.
A.J. Lawson finds a home in familiar place
Is Lawson finally going to stick as an NBA talent?
Raptors Draft Steals – Scouting Carter Bryant, Nolan Traore, and Egor Demin – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the latest in the Raptors realm, and dive deep on some draft prospects.
Raptors have interviewed Collin Murray Boyles, Derik Queen, per Osman and Grange
Raptors interview two intriguing prospects.
Giannis Antetokounmpo interested in Raptors, per report
Milwaukee star has reported interest in Toronto
Raptors’ Masai Ujiri got his fastball back in 2024-25
Masai Ujiri and Toronto’s front office had a stellar season.
Without Cooper Flagg, where do the Raptors go from here?
Toronto doesn’t get its fairy-tale draft lottery. Now what?
Lilly Singh announced as Tempo’s ‘Chief Hype Officer’
The Tempo add another celebrity owner.
Raptors fans react to Raptors pick #9 & Dallas pick #1
Samson Folk, Esfandiar Baraheni, and Trevon Heath react to the Raptors draft placement.
Toronto Raptors get 9th pick in NBA Draft Lottery
Toronto gets the 9th slot in the 2025 NBA Draft
Masai Ujiri to represent Toronto at the Draft Lottery
Can Masai bring good luck with him?
NBA Draft Lottery Primer: What are Toronto’s chances?
Everything you need to know about the NBA Draft Lottery
Canadian Ryan Nembhard invited to NBA Draft Combine
Nembhard earned the call-up along with four others
The Toronto Raptors’ rookie that no one talked about this season
“A lot of things you can’t teach he has,” Raptors 905 head coach Drew Jones on Ulrich Chomche
Everything we know about the Toronto Tempo so far
In one year, the Toronto Tempo will play basketball. Here’s what you need to know in the meantime.
Jamison Battle was exactly what the Raptors needed
Toronto uncovered another diamond in the rough, one they sorely needed.
How the Raptors can learn from the Playoffs – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm.
How former Raptors OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam are making an impact
Checking in on some former Raptor stars during the playoffs.
What can the Raptors learn from the 2025 NBA Playoffs?
The NBA playoffs can tell us a lot about what’s required to win in the league. But how do the Raptors’ plans fit in?
Gordon Herbert is a winner. But what makes him the right choice to lead Canada now?
The former SMNT player is poised to resume a tradition of Canadians coaching Canadians for the first time since 2019. Why did it take so long?
Jakob Poeltl anchored the rebuilding Raptors
Jakob Poeltl had a career year in more ways than one.
Has Chris Boucher overstayed his welcome?
Will the Montreal native move on from Toronto?
The 2025 Draft STEAL + More – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath breakdown potential draftees + take listener questions.
Seven prospects Toronto could target as undrafted free agents
Who’ll emerge out of the undrafted pool this year? Portsmouth, sweet Virginia gave us some insight.
What to make of Immanuel Quickley’s lost season?
The lead guard experiment is still ongoing.
On Scottie Barnes’ experimentation for the Raptors
The Raptors star tried a lot of new things.
Why the Raptors should trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Is Giannis on his way out of Milwaukee?
Ochai Agbaji takes a leap towards being a rotation player
Ochai enjoys career year in first full season with Toronto.
FIVE Developments that will make the Raptors a Playoff Team
Samson Folk goes live to take on listener questions + looks at some of the most important developments of this season.
Building the Perfect Raptors Offseason – Pull Up Tre w/ Samson
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath get together to discuss the latest in the Raptors realm and the NBA.
905 playbook: Mogbo the wing and Walter the creator
Jonathan Mogbo and Ja’Kobe Walter are developing in unique ways.
Chris Boucher named as a finalist for NBA Social Justice Champion award
Montreal native nominated for off court work.
Raptors’ Jared Rhoden undergoes shoulder surgery
Jared Rhoden has suffered an unfortunate setback.
Darko Rajakovic is the perfect coach for the Toronto Raptors
Darko Rajakovic laid the foundations for success.
The Dream: Cooper Flagg, Toronto Raptor
The outcome everyone is dreaming on.
Vancouver Bandits sign basketball content creator Tristan Jass
From trick shots to pro basketball, Jass signs his first professional contract
The Definitive Raptors Season Review w/ Samson & Louis
Samson Folk & Louis Zatzman get together for their annual jumbo pod to recap the Raptors season.
Montreal Alliance sign Raptors 905 forward Quincy Guerrier
Guerrier is going home
Scottie Carries Defense & Quickley Launches 3’s, Scouting Tre Johnson – Pull Up Tre
Samson Folk & Trevon Heath detail the latest in the Raptors realm.
What did the Toronto Raptors’ 2024-25 season mean?
On symbolism, being more than the sum of your parts, and judging the season.
Recapping Masai + Raptors Exit Interviews
Samson Folk discusses the latest in the Raptors realm.
Who knows ball? Readers & Writers predict the Raptors record
Well done to those who correctly predicted it.
Six takeaways from end-of-season media availability
Takeaways from Toronto’s end-of-season media availability.
Season-ending Injury Updates
One last injury report before the off-season.
Exit interviews: 2024-25 season-ending open thread
Come hang out!
6 positive takeaways from a rebuilding Raptors season
Sometimes it’s hard to see the through line in a rebuilding season. But the vision is becoming clearer for the Raptors.
Tumultuous Toronto Raptors season comes to an end in loss to San Antonio
The Toronto Raptors 2024-2025 season is officially over.
Quick Reaction: Raptors 118, Spurs 125
Game 82 ends in a classic tale of two halves. Raptors blew the 22 point-lead they had at the start of the second half.
Raptors rest most of their starters in season finale
Raptors resting plenty of players during season finale.
2025 CEBL Draft results announced
The next wave of Canadian talent enters the league