Stephen A. laughs off Windy's claims of Celtics winning the Atlantic Division
Stephen A. Smith laughs off Brian Windhorst's claim that the Celtics will win the Atlantic Division.
Sweet Heat Index: How clutch can Kawhi be for Raptors?
With Kawhi Leonard back in the fold for the Raptors, just how clutch can he be for Toronto this year? Jevohn Shepherd takes a closer look at his 'clutch' shooting abilities in the Sweet Heat Index.
Raptors Season Preview Show
The Raptors are looking to build on last season's success and the addition of Kawhi Leonard has optimism soaring in Toronto. Kate Beirness, Leo Rautins, Jack Armstrong, Kia Nurse, Josh Lewenberg and Wesley Cheng tee up the 2026-27 campaign for the Raps with a full season preview show that can be seen here.
How does Kawhi Leonard impact the Raptors' ceiling this season?
The addition of Kawhi Leonard to an already talented Raptors squad instantly boosts them into legitimate contenders in the Eastern Conference. The NBA on TSN panel dissects the roster and analyzes how a superstar like Leonard fits into a team that has an emerging star in Scottie Barnes and key pieces in RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley.
Lewenberg on Kyle Lowry's ability to bring together past, present and future of franchise
Kyle Lowry is officially retiring as a Toronto Raptor, and his jersey will be the second to be hung in the rafters, following Vince Carter. TSN's Josh Lewenberg joins Kate Beirness to explain what has been so unique about how the franchise has already celebrated their GROAT.
Why Kyle Lowry is the greatest Raptor of all-time
Kyle Lowry has been a central figure in some of the most successful and memorable seasons in franchise history and the NBA on TSN panel explains why he, above everyone else, is considered to be the greatest Raptor of all-time.
Who is the most intriguing Raptors bench player?
The young Raptors absorbed some invaluable playoff experience last season and the bench will be asked to elevate their play even more this season in what is expected to be a challenging Eastern Conference. The NBA on TSN panel looks ahead to the expectations on the youth in 2026-27 for Toronto.
Raptors players get a collectibles flashback with the 'Dino Vault'
Raegan Subban, the newest member of the Raptors on TSN broadcast team, caught up with the team during media day to reminisce on some old school collectibles.
Kings guard Ben Simmons has torn Achilles tendon, will undergo surgery
Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons has sustained a torn Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery, the team announced Sunday. This is likely a season-ending injury for Simmons, 30, who authored an impressive training camp on short notice for Sacramento. The injury occurred during a live drill at Sunday's practice, the team said.
NBA: Raptors 125, Pistons 129
Trayce Jackson-Davis led all scorers with 23 points, but the Raptors still fell to the Pistons in the final pre-season game for both teams. Jackson-Davis also had three rebounds and a steal as Toronto didn’t put any of its top rotation players in the game.
Jevohn Shepherd predicts where the Raptors will finish in the East
The NBA season kicks off next week and several teams in the Eastern Conference got better on paper over the summer, including the Raptors. TSN NBA analyst Jevohn Shepherd ranks where other teams in the East will finish compared to Toronto.
Perkins declares what he wants to see Wemby improve on this season
ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins breaks down what he wants to see Victor Wembanyama improve on this season.
NBA: Raptors 120, Knicks 122
Scottie Barnes led the way with 23 points and Canadian RJ Barrett had 21 but the Raptors narrowly lost to the Knicks on Thursday in NBA pre-season action. Kawhi Leonard had just six points on 2-of-5 shooting in 22 minutes before exiting the game in the third quarter.
Lewenberg: You have to feel pretty good about the Raptors heading into the season
Collin Murray-Boyles said the Raptors defence can be a nightmare for opposing teams when it's dialled in, and Toronto's starters put that on display in a preseason rematch with the Knicks. Josh Lewenberg has more on the lessons learned from the Raps' narrow loss to the reigning champs on Thursday.
Stephen A.: Kawhi Leonard is the worst superstar in NBA history
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith explains why he thinks Kawhi Leonard is the worst superstar in NBA history..
Stephen A.: Raps are a title contender but Kawhi is the worst superstar in NBA history
After Kenrick Perkins called Kawhi Leonard the most feared and dangerous player in the Eastern Conference Wednesday on ESPN, Stephen A. Smith responded with his take.
Must See: Wembanyama dazzles with one-handed poster dunk
Victor Wembanyama pulls off a spectacular one-handed poster dunk against the Suns.
Giannis does it all with huge block, spinning bucket
Giannis Antetokounmpo does it all with a huge block and a spinning bucket against the Nets.
Lewenberg: Realistic possibility Raptors will be NBA's No. 1 ranked defence this season
The Raptors re-acquired Kawhi Leonard this offseason to add the two-time Defensive Player of the Year to a team that already boasted strong defenders Scottie Barnes and Collin Murray-Boyles. Will Toronto be a Top 5 defensive team in the NBA this year? TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg weighs in.
Perkins: 'Kawhi is the most feared and most dangerous player in the Eastern conference'
NBA Today discusses their expectations for the Raptors this season after acquiring Kawhi Leonard in the offseason, and Kendrick Perkins praises Kawhi for what he will bring to Toronto.
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